Maria Machado - Actor Profile

Maria Machado

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
10Total Films
7.2 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 16, 1937
Birth Place: Karlsruhe, Germany

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Maria Machado reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Maria Machado's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Maria Machado remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Is Paris Burning?, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Maria Machado Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Maria Machado's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2
Is Paris Burning? (1966) movie poster
★7.2

Is Paris Burning? — Near the end of World War II, Gen. Dietrich von Choltitz receives orders to burn down Paris if it becomes clear the Alli

Is Paris Burning?

1966•War
★6.9
One Deadly Summer (1983) movie poster
★6.9

One Deadly Summer — In spring 1976, a 19-year-old beauty, her German-born mother, and her crippled father move to the town of a firefighter

One Deadly Summer

1983•Mystery
★6.1
Natalia (1989) movie poster
★6.1

Natalia — WW2: in an occupied France, a young Jewish girl wants to become a movie star.

Natalia

1989•Drama
★5.9
An American Werewolf in Paris (1997) movie poster
★5.9

An American Werewolf in Paris — An American man unwittingly gets involved with werewolves who have developed a serum allowing them to transform at will.

An American Werewolf in Paris

1997•Horror
★5.4
The Monk (1972) movie poster
★5.4

The Monk — Ambrosio is a monk who is sexually tempted by an emissary of the Devil, a young girl in monk's robes. After he has commi

The Monk

1972•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Maria Machado.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1997 An American Werewolf in Paris Chief Bonnet Average Similar →
1991 A Fine Romance Miss Knudson Flop Similar →
1989 Natalia Inge Schwarzwald Average Similar →
1985 Derborence Aline Flop Similar →
1983 One Deadly Summer Paula Wieck Devigne, aka 'Eva Braun', Eliane's mother Hit Similar →
1981 Charlotte Mrs. Schwartz Flop Similar →
1975 Rosebud - Flop Similar →
1972 The Monk - Flop Similar →
1970 Promise at Dawn Nathalie Lissenko Flop Similar →
1966 Is Paris Burning? Stella (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Maria Machado - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Maria Machado?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria Machado is "Is Paris Burning?" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Maria Machado acted in?

Maria Machado has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Maria Machado?

Other notable films include "One Deadly Summer", "Natalia", and "An American Werewolf in Paris".