Born in the early months of 1977, Aragão spent his formative years in Guarapari, a small, unassuming town nestled within the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil, a country renowned for its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking natural beauty.
His father, a multifaceted individual with a diverse range of interests and passions, including a deep fascination with the mystical and magical arts, as well as a profound appreciation for the art of cinema, played a pivotal role in introducing Aragão to the captivating world of illusions and makeup at a remarkably young age.
The nascent spark that would eventually propel him toward a career in the realm of cinematic storytelling was first fanned into a flame at a remarkably young age, specifically when Aragão was merely seven winters old. It was on this auspicious occasion that he chanced upon a documentary film that would forever alter the trajectory of his life, namely a cinematic masterpiece entitled "The Empire Strikes Back". As he sat enthralled before the screen, his youthful mind was captivated by the very essence of movies and the wondrous magic of special effects. Though he may not have fully comprehended the intricacies of the filmmaking process at that tender age, the experience nonetheless proved to be a watershed moment, one that would ultimately shape the course of his future endeavors and lay the foundation for a lifelong passion that would continue to burn brightly within him.
A pivotal decade, the 1980s, witnessed the unveiling of "Evil Dead," a cult classic film that would forever etch an indelible mark on the psyche of Aragão. The profound impact of this cinematic masterpiece catalyzed a prolonged period of inquisitive fervor and exploration, as he embarked upon a series of courses and workshops aimed at refining his artistic abilities.
As the 1990s progressed, Aragão felt a sense of readiness to embark on his own independent filmmaking venture. His journey began in the realm of special makeup artistry, with a stint on the short film "The Legend of Proitner" in 1994. This initial foray into the world of filmmaking was soon followed by another notable project, "Vampicide", which debuted in 1996.
Aragão's journey towards becoming a director began in the realm of theater, where he masterfully guided the production of the horror play "Mausoleum" from the year 2000 to 2003. This significant experience served as a foundation for his future endeavors, encompassing a series of short films, including "Chupa Cabras," "Rotten Fish," and "Rotten Fish II," as well as the feature film "Mud Zombies," which finally made its way to the big screen in 2008.
