Mecha Ortiz
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María Mercedes Varela Nimo Domínguez Castro, better known as Mecha Ortiz (1900-1987), was an Argentine theater and film actress. She was one of the most relevant figures of the golden age of Argentine cinema. She was consecrated in the 1940s and 1950s.
Mecha Ortiz Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mecha Ortiz reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 39 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mecha Ortiz's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Mecha Ortiz'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 Vacaciones, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mecha Ortiz Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mecha Ortiz's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mecha Ortiz has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Safo | Material de archivo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Aquel cine argentino | Ella misma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Piedra libre | Amalia Pradere - Amalia Grande | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Yesterday's Guys Used No Arsenic | Mara Ordaz | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | House of Shadows | Mrs. Randall | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Painted Lips | Tarotista | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Las locas del conventillo | Tía Remedios | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Bajo un mismo rostro | Madre Superiora | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Furies | La madre | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | La sombra de Safo | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Blessed be you | María | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | El mal amor | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | Pájaros de cristal | Irina Galowa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | El abuelo | Lucrecia Vélez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Dishonor | Directora Interventora | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Mi vida por la tuya | Gloria Rivas | Average | Similar → |
| 1951 | Cartas de amor | Antonieta Lear | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | Sangre en Castilla | Alcaldesa Teresa Marquesa de Pinorrey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | La rubia Mireya | Ana María Peña de Robles / La Rubia Mireya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | María de los Ángeles | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | El precio de una vida | Princesa Fedora Romanov | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Vacaciones | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Madame Bovary | Ema | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Las tres ratas | Mercedes de la Fuente | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Swan Song | Flora Jordán | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Camino del infierno | Laura Simrok | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Una mujer sin importancia | Raquel Miramar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Mi novia es un fantasma | Cameo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Safo, historia de una pasión | Selva Moreno ("Safo") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | El gran secreto | Alicia Ortega Delafuente | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Vidas marcadas | Malena | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Joven, viuda y estanciera | Elena Ocampo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Last Refuge | Silvia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Margarita, Armando and his father | Margarita | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Mujeres que trabajan | Ana María del Solar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Con las alas rotas | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Maestro Levita | Elena Acevedo de Lerena | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Melgarejo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1937 | Los muchachos de antes no usaban gomina | La rubia Mireya | Flop | Similar → |
Mecha Ortiz - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mecha Ortiz?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mecha Ortiz is "Vacaciones" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Mecha Ortiz acted in?
Mecha Ortiz has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mecha Ortiz?
Other notable films include "La rubia Mireya", "La sombra de Safo", and "Mujeres que trabajan".