Ava Gardner displayed all her beauty and magic. “The Barefoot Countess”The movie he directed in 1954. Joseph L. Mankiewicz and co-starring Humphrey Bogart, another great myth of the seventh art. In this movie, the actor Maria VargasA brilliant Spanish dancer who has leapt onto the Hollywood stage.
Combining romance and intrigue, and impressed by the talent of this dancer, this drama, in which three directors will lead her to stardom, will be screened at the 46th Elche International Film Festival on Tuesday as part of parallel events. commemorating the centennial of the birth of the legendary actress, That is why the poster of this edition by Mario-Paul Martínez is dedicated to him.
business focuses a stunning illustration of actress Ava GardnerAccompanied by traditional elements of the Festival and the city of Elche, such as palm trees, the Basilica of Santa María or the Palau de Altamira.
“The Barefoot Countess” can be seen From 19:00 in Odeón Cinemas, Admission will be free and limited to the capacity of the venue.
Ava Gardner was born on December 24, 1922, in North Carolina. an iconic actress and considered one of the biggest stars of the 20th century and one of the myths of cinema. Known for her enchanting beauty and talent on the big screen, Gardner became one of Hollywood’s biggest stars in the golden age of cinema. His career spanned over forty years, and he has starred in the following iconic films: “The Killers” (1946), “Mogambo” (1953) and “Night of the Iguana” (1964). Her legacy as one of the great movie divas lives on to this day.
46th edition
Elche Film Festival, organized by the Mediterranean Foundation in cooperation with the Elche City Council and Luis Buñuel Film Club, Film competition of the dean of the Valencian Community It celebrates its 46th from 11 to 21 July.
Screenings of short and feature films, Hort del Xocolater and Odeón Cinemas Awards will be presented at the closing Gala of the festival between 11-20 July and on Friday, 21 July.
next to you projections of official departments, there is also a large program of parallel activities planned; from courses and workshops to round tables where you can discuss the seventh art.