Maria Menado
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Maria Menado (born Liesbet Dotulong; 2 February 1932), also known as Liesje Mandagi, is an Indonesian-born Malay actress, model, and producer. She was known for her contributions to Malaysian cinema in the 1950s and 1960s. At the height of her fame she was voted “Malaya’s Most Beautiful” by Times Magazine and the “Best Dressed Woman in South East Asia” by publisher United Press International. In addition to acting, she also sang and went on to direct and produce films under her own production company, Maria Menado Productions. Menado is Minahasan and was born in Manado, Dutch East Indies (present Indonesia)
Maria Menado Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Maria Menado reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 20 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Maria Menado's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 5% of Maria Menado'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 Tun Fatimah, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Maria Menado Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Maria Menado's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Maria Menado has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Singapore Cinema: Between Takes | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Pontianak Returns | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Raja Bersiong | Chomel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Darah Ku | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Bunga Tanjong | Noraini | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | Tun Fatimah | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Siti Zubaidah | Siti Zubaidah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Sultan Mahmood Mangkat Di-Julang | Wan Anum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Singapore | Maria | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Mata Hari | Mata Hari | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Habis Gelap Terbitlah Terang (Hilang Gelap Datang Terang) | Rohana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Victim of Slander | Rahimah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Son of the Vampire | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Sumpah Pontianak | Chomel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Revenge of Pontianak | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Woman Vampire | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Tas Tangan Wanita | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Jewel in the Slum | Fatimah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Life | Halima | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Pulau Mutiara | - | Flop | Similar → |
Maria Menado - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Maria Menado?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria Menado is "Tun Fatimah" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Maria Menado acted in?
Maria Menado has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Maria Menado?
Other notable films include "Singapore", "Victim of Slander", and "Son of the Vampire".