Marisa Paredes, born María Luisa Paredes Bartolomé on April 3, 1946, in Madrid, Spain, is a celebrated Spanish actress. She began her acting career in the early 1960s, primarily in theater and television, before gaining prominence in Spanish cinema.
Paredes’s career spans over five decades, during which she has established herself as a prominent figure in Spanish and international film. She is particularly known for her collaborations with director Pedro Almodóvar, becoming a recurring presence in his films.
She has starred in numerous critically acclaimed and commercially successful films. Some of her most popular and significant works include:
Beyond her work with Almodóvar, Paredes has also appeared in films by other renowned directors, including Arturo Ripstein and Guillermo del Toro.
Marisa Paredes has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career, recognizing her contributions to cinema. She has been nominated for and won several Goya Awards, the Spanish equivalent of the Academy Awards. In 1996, she won the Goya Award for Best Actress for her role in The Flower of My Secret. Her performances have consistently garnered critical acclaim, cementing her status as one of Spain’s most respected and versatile actresses.
In addition to her acting career, Paredes served as the President of the Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences of Spain from 2000 to 2003. She has also been involved in various cultural and artistic initiatives.
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