Rita Macedo - Actor Profile

Rita Macedo

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 8, 1928
Birth Place: Mexico City, Mexico

About Rita Macedo

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Rita Macedo was a Mexican actress who performed during the Golden Age of Mexican cinema. She was nominated for an Ariel Award for her 1956 performance in "Ensayo de un crimen" and in 1991 for a TVyNovelas Prize for "Alcanzar una estrella". She won the Best Actress Ariel Award in 1972 for "Tú, yo, y nosotros". She also was instrumental in bringing many works of international writers to the Mexican stage. She was married to a pioneer of Mexican radio, television and film, Luis de Llano Palmer, by whom she had two children, Julissa, an actress and musician, and Luis de Llano Macedo, renowned telenovela producer. On December 5, 1993, Macedo committed suicide after being diagnosed with cancer.

Rita Macedo Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Rita Macedo reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Rita Macedo's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 46% of Rita Macedo'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 Poison for the Fairies, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Rita Macedo Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Rita Macedo's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Rita Macedo has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1986 Poison for the Fairies Jaime's Grandmother (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1981 Angel del barrio Da Rosa Hit Similar →
1981 Angel del barrio - Hit Similar →
1976 Espejismo de la ciudad Trinidad Average Similar →
1973 Castle of Purity Beatriz Hit Similar →
1972 Rosa blanca Carmen López de Yáñez Hit Similar →
1972 Tú, yo, nosotros Silvia Average Similar →
1972 Victoria - Average Similar →
1972 Una mujer honesta - Hit Similar →
1972 Los ángeles de la tarde - Average Similar →
1971 Jesús, nuestro Señor Virgen María Hit Similar →
1971 El juicio de los hijos Marta Average Similar →
1971 The Corrupted - Average Similar →
1966 Nosotros los jóvenes Tía Amparo Average Similar →
1966 El fugitivo Rosa Average Similar →
1964 En la mitad del mundo - Hit Similar →
1963 A Bullet for Billy the Kid - Average Similar →
1963 The Paper Man Victoria, esposa del Torcuato Hit Similar →
1963 The Curse of the Crying Woman Selma Hit Similar →
1962 Cielo Rojo - Average Similar →
1961 Juana Gallo Starving woman Hit Similar →
1961 El globero - Average Similar →
1960 Quinceañera Teresa, Beatriz's mother Hit Similar →
1960 La estrella vacía Teresa Hit Similar →
1960 Una bala es mi testigo - Average Similar →
1959 Nazarín Andara Super Hit Similar →
1959 La reina del cielo - Average Similar →
1956 People, Song and Hope - Average Similar →
1956 Los bandidos de Río Frío Mariana del Sauz Average Similar →
1955 La mujer ajena Augusta Average Similar →
1955 The Medallion of Crime María Álvarez Hit Similar →
1955 The Criminal Life of Archibaldo de la Cruz Patricia Terrazas Hit Similar →
1954 Las últimas banderas Rosa Hit Similar →
1953 Las infieles Leticia del Valle Hit Similar →
1951 Stronghold Beatriz Vega Average Similar →
1951 For Loving a Woman - Average Similar →
1951 Manos de seda Elsa Average Similar →
1951 El señor gobernador - Average Similar →
1951 Heart of beast Leda Average Similar →
1950 By the False Door Adela Quiroga Hit Similar →
1950 Duelo en las montañas Esperanza Average Similar →
1949 El rencor de la tierra Analena Average Similar →
1949 Felipe de Jesús Rosalia / Maria Hit Similar →
1948 The Cockfighter - Average Similar →
1948 Rosenda Rosenda Hit Similar →
1947 La casa colorada - Average Similar →
1947 Cinco rostros de mujer Elena (as Concha Macedo) Hit Similar →
1943 Internado para señoritas - Average Similar →
1942 Dark Angel Hija de Doña Meche (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1942 Las cinco noches de Adán Etelvina Average Similar →

Rita Macedo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Rita Macedo?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rita Macedo is "Poison for the Fairies" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Rita Macedo acted in?

Rita Macedo has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Rita Macedo?

Other notable films include "Nazarín", "Castle of Purity", and "The Criminal Life of Archibaldo de la Cruz".

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