Ava Gardner, the Gypsy of Hollywood
The spanish years of The Barefoot Contessa
At the height of her fame in 1954, actress Ava Gardner transplanted herself from Hollywood to the country of Spain. As she lovingly stated in her autobiography, “I don’t know if it was the climate, the men, or the music, but as soon as I set foot in Spain, I had a crush on this country.” In this documentary by Sergio Mondelo, the filmmaker explores the motivations behind this move and contrasts Gardner’s glitz and glam lifestyle with the hardships faced by the Spainish people under Franco’s rule.
Directed by Sergio G. Mondelo
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Ava Gardner Self (archive footage) -
Anna Mouglalis Ava Gardner's voice -
Philippe Spiteri Narrator - Frédéric Martinez Self
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Antoine Sire Self -
Jesús García de Dueñas Self -
Nieves Herrero Self -
Silvia Marsó Self
Make it a double feature
Ava Gardner, the Gypsy of Hollywood
Putains de guerre
Both from Sergio G. Mondelo.
