Mimi Aguglia
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From Wikipedia Mimi Aguglia (21 December 1884 – 31 July 1970) was an Italian actress, who was born in Catania, Sicily while her own mother, actress Giuseppina Aguglia, was playing Desdemona in Othello. She was doing warm up acts for her famous actress mother by the time she was five. She went on to tour both Italy and Europe and became an internationally famous theatrical actress in her own right. She was "discovered" by Hollywood and from the 1930s until her death was a much requested character actress in movies. Her daughter Argentina Brunetti (1907–2005) was also an actress.
Mimi Aguglia Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mimi Aguglia reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mimi Aguglia's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 41% of Mimi Aguglia'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 When in Rome, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mimi Aguglia Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mimi Aguglia's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mimi Aguglia has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | The Brothers Rico | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Rose Tattoo | Assunta | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | When in Rome | Rosa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | Cuban Fireball | Señora Martinez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Man Who Cheated Himself | Mrs. Capa | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Deported | Teresa Sparducci | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | Right Cross | Mom Monterez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Black Hand | Mrs. Sabballera | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | East Side, West Side | Grandma Senta (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | That Midnight Kiss | Mamma Donnetti | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Cry of the City | Mama Roma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Captain from Castile | Doña Hernandez (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Carnival in Costa Rica | Mama Castro | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Anchors Aweigh | Old Lady (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Bell for Adano | Rosa Tomasino | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Outlaw | Guadalupe | Flop | Similar → |
| 1933 | Una viuda romántica | Encarna | Flop | Similar → |
Mimi Aguglia - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mimi Aguglia?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mimi Aguglia is "When in Rome" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Mimi Aguglia acted in?
Mimi Aguglia has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mimi Aguglia?
Other notable films include "Captain from Castile", "East Side, West Side", and "Right Cross".