Valter Vieira da Silva
Biography
Valter Vieira da Silva (1948–2022), better known as Golias (due to his imitation of Ronald Golias), was a Brazilian salesman, DJ and comedian. He can be considered a great icon when it comes to LPs. Never left Downtown of Vitória-ES since 1964; was a high demand Disc Jockey during the 60’s and 70’s New Year's Eve and Debutante parties; and in 1971 realized his big dream opening the first Golias Discos store, which quickly became a local cultural landmark. He closed the store in 1998 after the sudden drop in sales with the emergence of CDs and piracy, but a year later started again and continued selling vinyls until his last day.
Known For & Full Filmography4 Titles
Movie - 2000, 2h 15m • as Record / Book Store Owner (as Golias)
Imagine "Macabéa", that one from Clarice Lispector's book. Plain, stuck in life - What would her life be like today? This is the story of Marluce, who thinks, acts, feels and dreams like a Macabea from the late 90's.
Movie - 2010, 2h 15m • as Self (as Golias)
A reflection over marketing and communication through the life stories of real people on themes as music, technology, and relationships.
Movie - 2017, 2h 15m • as Self (as Golias)
Valter Vieira da Silva, a 71-year-old record seller known by his nickname, Golias. Popular in EspĂrito Santo since the heyday of LP. Clients and friends report a bit of this charismatic character, who survives with the vinyls for more than 50 years.
Movie - 2021, 2h 15m • as Self (as Golias)
The Avalanche story, the biggest wave in Brazil, at Praia da Costa, Vila Velha-ES. The 6-meter tube, faced by Ian, led to gather testimonials and images on the adventures of Surf in EspĂrito Santo.