Carmen Amaya
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Carmen Amaya Amaya (2 November 1913/1915 – 19 November 1963) was a Spanish Romani flamenco dancer and singer, born in the Somorrostro district of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. She has been called "the greatest Flamenco dancer ever and "the most extraordinary personality of all time in flamenco dance." She was the first female flamenco dancer to master footwork previously reserved for the best male dancers, due to its speed and intensity. She sometimes danced in high-waisted trousers as a symbol of her strong character. Description above from the Wikipedia article Carmen Amaya, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Carmen Amaya Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Carmen Amaya reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Carmen Amaya's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 36% of Carmen Amaya's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains See My Lawyer, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Carmen Amaya Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Carmen Amaya's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Carmen Amaya has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Canciones de nuestra vida | Angustias (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Los Tarantos | Angustias | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Dringue, Castrito y la lámpara de Aladino | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Quand te tues-tu ? | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | See My Lawyer | Carmen Amaya | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Follow the Boys | Carmen Amaya | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Knickerbocker Holiday | Gypsy Dancer | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Panama Hattie | Dancer in "Good Neighors" (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | El Embrujo del Fandango | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | María de la O | María de la O | Hit | Similar → |
| 1935 | The Daughter of Juan Simón | Soledad | Average | Similar → |
Carmen Amaya - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Carmen Amaya?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Carmen Amaya is "See My Lawyer" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Carmen Amaya acted in?
Carmen Amaya has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Carmen Amaya?
Other notable films include "Quand te tues-tu ?", "Canciones de nuestra vida", and "María de la O".