Carmen Sevilla

Born: 1930-10-16

Carmen Sevilla (1930-2021) was a renowned Spanish actress and singer who enjoyed a long and acclaimed career in film, television, and music. Born in Seville, Spain, Sevilla developed an early passion for the performing arts, honing her talents as a dancer and vocalist while still a child. Sevilla's big break came in the late 1940s, when she was discovered by a film producer and offered a role in the Spanish comedy "Yo Soy Muy Malo." This marked the beginning of her rise to stardom, as Sevilla went on to appear in a string of successful Spanish-language films throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Known for her captivating screen presence, sultry good looks, and versatile acting abilities, Sevilla quickly became one of the most renowned and beloved actresses in Spain. She starred in a wide range of genres, from lighthearted musicals to dramatic thrillers, and was particularly acclaimed for her performances in classics like "Currito of the Cross" and "The Bullfighter and the Lady." Beyond her film work, Sevilla also enjoyed a successful parallel career as a singer, recording several popular albums and performing live concerts that showcased her rich, emotive vocals. Her musical talents only added to her allure and helped cement her status as a true Renaissance woman of Spanish entertainment. Throughout her decades-long career, Sevilla received numerous accolades and honors, including Spain's prestigious National Film Award. She was also celebrated for her philanthropic work, particularly her efforts to support children's charities and cultural preservation initiatives. Even after stepping away from the spotlight in her later years, Carmen Sevilla remained a revered figure in her home country and across the Spanish-speaking world.


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King of Kings

as Mary Magdalene
Released: 1961-10-11

Who is Jesus, and why does he impact all he meets? He is respected and reviled, emulated and...

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Antony and Cleopatra

as Octavia
Released: 1972-03-18

Adaptation of Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra, a historical drama that attempts to bring an...

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Revenge

as Andrea Díaz
Released: 1958-05-02

After spending ten years in prison for a crime he did not commit, Juan is released.

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Secretaria para todo

as Cristina
Released: 1958-01-01

Cristina is the perfect secretary. She helps her boss to get an important contract with an...

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Death of a Hoodlum

as Marta
Released: 1975-12-31

A jewel heist goes wrong, resulting in several deaths. Naschy is left with the loot and he takes...

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Don Juan

as Serranilla
Released: 1956-05-09

Don Juan is arrested during one of his raids loving, just as he intended to seduce the daughter...

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Beatriz

as Doña Carlota
Released: 1976-12-06

A child is witness to an assault on a monk by the gang of Lorenzo the Fifth. The monk escapes...

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Un adulterio decente

as Fernanda
Released: 1969-08-25

Federico is having an affair with Fernanda, which he believes widow, when in fact she is...

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Operación Plus Ultra

as Self
Released: 1966-09-20

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It's Not Good for a Man to Be Alone

as Lina
Released: 1973-01-01

Martín is a tormented and solitary man who hides a shameful and unspeakable secret: he lives...

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Cross of the Devil

as Maria
Released: 1975-03-29

A British novelist travels to Spain to visit his sister. However, when he arrives he discovers...

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Bread, Love and Andalucia

as Carmen García
Released: 1958-12-04

Determined to postpone his own wedding, a former marshal leaves his bride-to-be and participates...

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La vida de Pedro Infante

as (archive footage)
Released: 1966-04-20

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House of the Damned

as Sandra
Released: 1974-09-08

A young woman just released from a mental institution returns home to her mansion and faces a...

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El sueño de Andalucía

as Dolores / Estrellita
Released: 1951-03-16

Juanillo is in love with Dolores, the daughter of the owner of an inn. He likes to sing, she...

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Cuentos de la Alhambra

as Mariquilla
Released: 1950-08-24

Mariquilla is a beautiful gypsy who is in love with Lucas, a soldier of the garrison in the...

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No One Heard the Scream

as Elisa
Released: 1973-03-23

A woman sees a man throw a person into an elevator shaft and helps him to get rid of the body....

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Imperial Violets

as Violetta
Released: 1952-12-12

Violeta, an Andalusian gypsy, foretells a lady she will become empress. The lady is Eugenia de...

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El apartamento de la tentación

as Julieta
Released: 1971-05-24

Juliet and Alberto are a marriage in which peace reigns home. Mood surely be upset if Juliet...

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Una mujer de cabaret

as Rita Medina
Released: 1974-12-02

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La Guitarra de Gardel

as Carmelilla
Released: 1949-12-22

A young man is dedicated to singing, but only for his friends, and his godfather wants him to do...

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La belle de Cadix

as Maria-Luisa
Released: 1953-12-24

A group of French filmmakers travel to Andalucia for film a movie titled" Beauty of Cadiz". It...

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Spanish Affair

as Mari Zarubia
Released: 1957-10-25

Merritt Blake, an American architect who is travelling in Spain, contracts the services of...

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Barefoot in the Kitchen

as (archive footage)
Released: 2013-06-14

What was the role of women in Spanish cinema from the 1930s to the present explained through...

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Sex o no sex

as Angélica
Released: 1974-09-05

Paco, a frustrated office worker, goes to the office of a psychologist, to whom he tells his...

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The Glass Ceiling

as Marta
Released: 1971-05-03

A lonely housewife hears a man’s footsteps in the apartment above her late at night. The...

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Canciones de nuestra vida

as Mari Pepa / Rita Medina (archive footage)
Released: 1975-11-24

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Requiebro

as Paloma Reyes
Released: 1955-01-01

A rancher fleeing from marriage is conquered by a Spanish singer.

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A Lady Called Andrew

as Elisa
Released: 1970-11-19

From the Olymp the gods keep an eye on a married couple whose disputes are endangering the...

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Gitana tenías que ser

as Pastora de los Reyes
Released: 1953-11-19

Pastora de los Reyes is a beautiful Spanish that goes to Mexico with a contract to film a movie....

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Un caballero andaluz

as Esperanza "Colorín"
Released: 1954-10-08

In the farmhouse Los Laureles, owned by Don Juan Manuel Almodovar, wealthy Andalusian landowner,...

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The Unruly Girl

as Mari Pepa
Released: 1950-03-23

Adaptation of the operetta of the same title. Mari Pepa, who works as a laundress, has gone to...

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El taxi de los conflictos

as Cantante
Released: 1969-04-16

Musical. Thaddeus (Juanjo Menéndez) is a taxi driver who is about to experience a busy work day....

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Nosotros, los decentes

as Maria
Released: 1976-02-16

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Reportaje

as María Eugenia Bazán
Released: 1953-11-13

Reporters compete for cash prize awarded for biggest scoop on New Year's Eve.

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La fierecilla domada

as Catalina de Martos y Ribera
Released: 1956-01-23

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Guerreras verdes

as Dolores / Rosa
Released: 1976-09-15

Dolores, a rich landowner, is in love with a Sergeant of the Civil Guard. Her twin sister Rosa...

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La noche de los cien pájaros

as Juana
Released: 1976-01-01

The young Enrique leaving to study at the University and is married to Juana. One day he meets a...

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Serenata española

as Clementina (joven) (uncredited)
Released: 1947-05-12

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Desert Warrior

as Princess Amina
Released: 1957-10-31

Omar Sultan's army has been defeated. However, Prince Said, son of the Sultan died, encourages...

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Jalisco canta en Sevilla

as Araceli Vargas
Released: 1949-01-31

A charro and his sidekick go to Spain to collect an inheritance.

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Camino del Rocío

as Esperanza Aguilar
Released: 1966-12-05

Esperanza and Maria Jesús are two orphans because their father, Don Fernando, dies. He shared...

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Babes in Bagdad

as Maura
Released: 1952-12-07

The Kadi of Bagdad has harem troubles in this low budget comedy from Edgar Ulmer.

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Embrujo de amor

as Sovira
Released: 1971-07-08

The plot is situated in the Duchy of stultus, more precisely at the Primrose Valley, a place...

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La guerrillera de Villa

as Reyes Mendoza
Released: 1967-11-15

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The Apolitical Man

as Andrea
Released: 1977-05-02

Enrique Tolosa is a boss administrator of a small company which employs 50 workers. There never...

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Enseñar a un sinvergüenza

as Rosana Cubero
Released: 1970-04-25

Rosana is an attractive teacher who is losing his youth with such discipline in the study. When...

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La hermana San Sulpicio

as Gloria Alvargonzález / Hermana San Sulpicio
Released: 1952-10-06

Gloria and Ceferino are two antithetical characters. He is a Galician doctor, serious and...

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La Promesa

as uncredited
Released: 1976-01-01

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Buscando a Mónica

as Mónica Durán
Released: 1962-01-29

A man has a street accident with his car in his way to Buenos Aires. While he waits for his car...

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Love on Wheels

as Pasajera del avión (no acreditado)
Released: 1954-09-13

A taxi driver participates in a singing contest of a radio station for non-professionals and...

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Crucero de verano

as Patricia
Released: 1964-05-28

Patricia is guide of a travel agency. One night, when accompanying a group of tourists through...

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Congress in Seville

as Carmen Fuentes
Released: 1955-09-03

Carmen is a Spanish emigrant in Stockholm who does not have the money to run her business or buy...

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Andalusia

as Dolorès / Estrellita
Released: 1951-03-16

Having fallen out with his girlfriend Dolorès, Juanito leaves for Mexico, where he becomes a...

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Terapia al desnudo

as Doctora Sol Esteve
Released: 1975-04-25

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La cera virgen

as María
Released: 1972-02-21

María works in a hostess bar in Madrid because, forced by the Puritans of her little village,...

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El relicario

as Virginia / Soledad
Released: 1970-03-29

While watching on television a bullfight where his son Luis acts, the matador Rafael Lucena dies...

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Feather in the Wind

as Héléna Châtelain
Released: 1952-10-17

Carlos, veterinary, poet, musician in his spare time and a fun-minded Don Juan,pretends to be...

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Dormir Y Ligar: Todo Es Empezar

as Carmen Sevilla (uncredited)
Released: 1974-05-15

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The Boldest Job in the West

as Marion
Released: 1972-03-06

A bandit gang successfully executes a complicated bank heist but disagreements arise in the...

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El balcón de la Luna

as Charo Ríos
Released: 1962-10-01

The lives of 3 singers during their last few months working at a venue called "The Moon's Balcony"

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Faces

as The Woman
Released: 1978-06-19

Psychological horror.

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Strip-tis a la inglesa

as uncredited
Released: 1975-01-01

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Love and Desire

as Lola
Released: 1951-10-09

A French crew is working on location in Spain. But when they want to film a scene in which...

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The Miller's Saucy Wife

as Lucía Villanueva
Released: 1955-12-05

In a region of Andalusia, all the men lust after the miller's young wife.

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Filigrana

as Rosario Guadaira
Released: 1949-04-01

Filigrana is in the prime of his career. His dressing room is full of flowers and always the...

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Champs-Elysées

as Self
First aired: 1982-01-16

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Lo + plus

as Self - Guest
First aired: 1995-04-04

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Cachitos de hierro y cromo

as Self (archive footage)
First aired: 2013-10-27

Cachitos de hierro y cromo is a Spanish musical-themed documentary program, directed by Jero...

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