Evita Peron
Evita Peron

Evita Peron

1981Movie200 minEnglish

Aspiring actress Eva Duarte rises from a minor celebrity to the wife of a powerful Argentine dictator, but her all consuming fiery rage, ambition, and hatred eventually become her downfall.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Enrique CarrerasGenres: Biography, Drama, Musical

Plot Summary

This Argentine biographical drama chronicles the life of Eva Perón, from her humble beginnings as an illegitimate child in the countryside to her rise as a powerful and controversial First Lady of Argentina. The film depicts her journey through poverty, her acting career, her meeting and marriage to Juan Perón, and her eventual ascent to become a beloved and influential figure known as "Evita."

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed reception. While praised for its ambitious scope and central performance, some critics found it to be uneven in pacing and historical accuracy. Audience reception in Argentina was notably strong, given its subject matter.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its depiction of Eva Perón's rise to power.
  • Criticized for a somewhat disjointed narrative structure.
  • Esther Goris's performance as Evita was often highlighted.

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Fun Fact

This film was one of several Argentine productions that sought to tell the story of Eva Perón, reflecting her enduring significance in Argentine history and culture.

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