The Tears of Maria Machita (1991)
Based on the traditional Dutch smartlap genre (an overly dramatic folk song). Maria Machita has to deal with a lot of heartache in this short musical film; her father dies in an accident, her mother perishes in the theatre, and her sweet Turkish boyfriend is leaving the country. Awarded with a Gouden Kalf for Best Short Film, the Prijs van de Stad Utrecht and the Pathé Tuschinski Award. (from http://www.filmfestival.nl/publiek/films/de-tranen-van-maria-machita)
Top Cast
Ellen ten Damme
Maria
Ali Cifteci
Ahmed
Jacques Herb
Father / Elbert
FAQ about The Tears of Maria Machita
What is The Tears of Maria Machita about?
Based on the traditional Dutch smartlap genre (an overly dramatic folk song). Maria Machita has to deal with a lot of heartache in this short musical film; her father dies in an accident, her mother perishes in the theatre, and her sweet Turkish boyfriend is leaving the country.…
When was The Tears of Maria Machita released?
The Tears of Maria Machita was released in 1991.
What genres does The Tears of Maria Machita belong to?
The Tears of Maria Machita is categorised as Drama, Fantasy, Music.
Who stars in The Tears of Maria Machita?
The cast of The Tears of Maria Machita includes Ellen ten Damme, Ali Cifteci, Jacques Herb.