Isa Miranda

Isa Miranda

Deceased · Born: Jul 5, 1905 · Died: Jul 8, 1982

Personal Details

BornJul 5, 1905 Milan, Lombardy, Italy

Biography

Isa Miranda was a remarkably talented actress who dominated the European entertainment scene from the 1930s to the 1950s, showcasing her exceptional abilities in both cinematic and theatrical endeavors.

Her international fame reached new heights in the 1930s, particularly in France, Germany, and Austria, earning her the distinction of being the only movie star produced by the fascist cinema.

As her film career began to decline in the 1950s, Miranda shifted her focus to the stage, captivating audiences in Italy, the United States, France, and England with her impressive performances.

Notable stage productions included "Mike McCauley" in 1951, "Le serpent à sonettes" in 1953, and "Orpheus Descending" by Tennessee Williams in 1959, all of which received widespread critical acclaim.

In the 1960s, Miranda transitioned to television, appearing in numerous made-for-TV movies in England, further solidifying her reputation as a versatile and accomplished actress.

Despite her numerous achievements, Miranda's remarkable career was unfortunately marred by her unjustified neglect and forgetfulness at the end of her life, even by those who should have recognized her significance.

Career

1974
The Night Porter
The Night Porter as Countess Stein
1971
A Bay of Blood
A Bay of Blood as Countess Federica Donati
1970
Dorian Gray
Dorian Gray as Mrs. Patricia Ruxton
1968
1967
Hell Is Empty
Hell Is Empty as Isa Grant
1964
The Yellow Rolls-Royce
The Yellow Rolls-Royce as Duchesse d'Angoulême
1963
The Empty Canvas
The Empty Canvas as Cecilia's Mother
1955
Summertime
Summertime as Signora Fiorini
Gli sbandati
Gli sbandati as Contessa Luisa
1950
La Ronde
La Ronde as Charlotte
1940
Adventure in Diamonds
Adventure in Diamonds as Felice Falcon
1939
Hotel Imperial
Hotel Imperial as Anna Warschawska
1934
La signora di tutti
La signora di tutti as Gabriella Murge, alias Gaby Doriot