Maria Félix (María de los Ángeles Félix Guereña) was a Mexican film actress and singer during the 1940’s and 1950’s. She was born in Álamos, Sonora, Mexico on April 8, 1914. Maria was one of sixteen children born to Bernardo and Josefina Félix. Although, Maria’s mother had sixteen children only twelve survived. Maria was the ninth child born to her parents. Her father, Bernardo, was a merchant who decided to become a military officer and secretary of Hacienda. Her mother, Josefina, remained at home to care for the family.
When Maria was young, she enjoyed playing games that were meant “for boys,” she despised dolls and any games that were “for girls.” She was also an accomplished horseback rider. In addition, Maria did not have a good relationship with her …show more content…
He accompanied Maria to Hollywood, where she was offered to launch her film career in American films, but she refused. Maria insisted on beginning her film career in her own country. As a result, he helped Maria land her first role, in the 1942 film ''El Peñón de las Ánimas,'' or ''The Rock of the Spirits,'' a rural melodrama based loosely on ''Romeo and Juliet.'' This role immediately thrust Félix to the summit of Mexican cinema. During the 1940’s, Maria made 18 films and continued until the 1970’s. Overall, she completed a total of 47 films that were made in Mexico, Spain, France, Italy, and Argentina. Maria was portrayed as a “contemptuous man-eater” in most of her films.
Maria Félix was a living myth to Mexicans due to her extraordinary beauty and personality. She was also considered the most famous Mexican movie star. Maria was a symbol of glamour and sophistication and was often referred to as the supreme goddess of Spanish-language cinema. Sadly, on her 88th birthday, Maria Félix passed away in her sleep at her home in Mexico
When Maria was young, she enjoyed playing games that were meant “for boys,” she despised dolls and any games that were “for girls.” She was also an accomplished horseback rider. In addition, Maria did not have a good relationship with her …show more content…
He accompanied Maria to Hollywood, where she was offered to launch her film career in American films, but she refused. Maria insisted on beginning her film career in her own country. As a result, he helped Maria land her first role, in the 1942 film ''El Peñón de las Ánimas,'' or ''The Rock of the Spirits,'' a rural melodrama based loosely on ''Romeo and Juliet.'' This role immediately thrust Félix to the summit of Mexican cinema. During the 1940’s, Maria made 18 films and continued until the 1970’s. Overall, she completed a total of 47 films that were made in Mexico, Spain, France, Italy, and Argentina. Maria was portrayed as a “contemptuous man-eater” in most of her films.
Maria Félix was a living myth to Mexicans due to her extraordinary beauty and personality. She was also considered the most famous Mexican movie star. Maria was a symbol of glamour and sophistication and was often referred to as the supreme goddess of Spanish-language cinema. Sadly, on her 88th birthday, Maria Félix passed away in her sleep at her home in Mexico