Rita Cadillac
ActingAbout Rita Cadillac
Rita Cadillac (born Nicole Yasterbelsky; 18 May 1936 – 4 April 1995) was a French dancer, singer, and actress. Cadillac was born in Paris and started her music career as an accordionist under the alias "Rita Rella" at the age of 13. In 1952, she was a pin-up model and took the name "Rita Cadillac" (clearly as an allusion to her prominent breasts) at Crazy Horse where she began to work as an exotic dancer. She was also a dancer of Folies Bergère in the 1950s. Cadillac appeared in many French films such as Soirs de Paris (1954), Porte océane (1958), La prostitution (1962), Un clair de lune à Maubeuge (1962), and Any Number Can Win (1963), becoming a renowned figure throughout Europe. In 1981, she appeared in the miniseries and film Das Boot, as the club singer Monique, in the town of La Rochelle. She is the inspiration for Miss Rita Chevrolet, a recurring joke in the British satirical magazine Private Eye. Source: Article "Rita Cadillac (French dancer)" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rita Cadillac reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Crime
The majority of Rita Cadillac's filmography leans towards the Crime genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rita Cadillac remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Das Boot, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Rita Cadillac Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Rita Cadillac's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rita Cadillac.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Alain Delon, l'ombre au tableau | self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Das Boot - The Director's Cut | Monique | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Das Boot | Monique | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Cent ans de Folies Bergère | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Cadavres en vacances | Stella | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Any Number Can Win | Liliane | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Prostitution | Rita | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | That Something... Else! | Singer | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Secret File 1413 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Unsatisfied | Hilda | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | It Means That Much to Me | Mercedes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Until the Last One | The circus stripper | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | No Mercy for the Cellers | (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Rita Cadillac - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Rita Cadillac?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rita Cadillac is "Das Boot" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Rita Cadillac acted in?
Rita Cadillac has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Rita Cadillac?
Other notable films include "Any Number Can Win", "Alain Delon, l'ombre au tableau", and "The Unsatisfied".