Zita Duarte was an American actress known for her roles in “Sleight of Hand,” “Seven Bullets for Selma,” and “Fuenteovejuna.” She was born on February 17, 1944, in Cascais, Portugal, and passed away on January 14, 2000, in Lisbon, Portugal.
Personal and Family Life
Zita Duarte was born into a Portuguese family and showed interest in acting from a young age. She became a significant figure in Portuguese theater and was a founding member of Teatro Experimental de Cascais in 1965. Zita remained a prominent star in the theater until 1974, returning once more in 1987 to alternate between dramas and comedies.
Career Highlights
Zita’s career included numerous acclaimed stage performances in plays such as “Deseja-se Mulher,” “A Casa de Bernarda Alba,” and “Maria Stuart.” Despite her notable contributions to theater, her work in film was often overshadowed by her powerful stage presence. Many colleagues and directors praised her talent and ability to captivate an audience, stating that she was a great actress who deserved recognition for her work in film and theater.
Death and Legacy
Zita Duarte passed away from cancer on January 14, 2000, in Lisbon, Portugal. Her legacy lives on through her remarkable contributions to theater as well as her various roles in television and film. She is remembered as a powerful actress who made a lasting impact on the Portuguese performing arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Jaime | 1999-03-14 | Joana |
| Uma Abelha na Chuva | 1972-04-13 | Clara |
| Rosa Negra | 1993-06-25 | Joconda |
| Mal | 2000-02-25 | Assunção |
| Crónica dos Bons Malandros | 1984-03-14 | Lina Despachada |
| O Cerco | 1970-10-14 | airline employee, the colleague |
| Nós Por Cá Todos Bem | 1978-03-04 | The older maid |
| O Rei das Berlengas ou a Independência das Ditas | 1978-05-09 | Sãozinha |
| O Mal-Amado | 1974-05-03 | Leonor |
| No Quarto da Vanda | 2001-03-02 | Herself |
| Os Demónios de Alcácer Quibir | 1976-08-20 | |
| A Princesinha das Rosas | 1981-01-07 | |
| Domingo à Tarde | 1966-04-13 | Aurora da Conceição’s Daughter |
| A Ilha dos Amores | 1982-06-08 | Francesca |
| Sete Balas para Selma | 1967-11-03 | Nurse |
| Longe da Vista | 1999-04-02 | Idalina |
| O Fim do Mundo | 1993-06-10 | Violante |
| O Desejado | 1987-09-01 | Teacher |
| Jogo de Mão | 1983-02-02 | Maria |
| Gestos e Fragmentos | 1983-02-22 | Woman on a river boat (voice) |
| O Anjo da Guarda | 1998-01-01 | Helga |
| O Barão de Altamira | 1986-03-07 | Irmã Lúcia |
| Conversa Acabada | 1982-05-13 | Marinheiro: 1.º Veladora |
| Requiem | 1998-06-03 | Gypsy |
| Ninguém Duas Vezes | 1985-04-24 | Maria Teresa |
| Ossos | 1997-11-14 | Friend |
| A Mulher do Sr. Ministro | 1994-12-06 | Madalena |
| Polícias | 1996-10-03 | Guarda Prisional |
| Sozinhos em Casa | 1993-09-15 | Membro do Juri |
| Por Mares Nunca Dantes Navegados | 1991-09-19 | |
| Procura-se | 1993-07-03 | Joana Trigo Roxo |
| Uma Casa em Fanicos | 1998-10-16 | |
| Débora | 1998-10-21 | Madalena |
| Desencontros | 1995-02-01 | Juíza |
| Zona+ | 1994-09-19 | Própria |