Lola Gaos facts for kids

Dolores Gaos González-Pola, known to many as Lola Gaos, was a talented Spanish actress. She was born on December 2, 1921, in Valencia, Spain, and passed away on July 4, 1993, in Madrid. Lola Gaos was famous for her strong performances in movies, on television, and in plays.

She is especially remembered for her work with the famous director Luis Buñuel. She also played a very memorable role as the powerful mother in the film Furtivos. Her unique voice and intense acting style made her stand out in many of her roles.

Lola Gaos' Acting Career

Lola Gaos had a long and successful career in acting. She appeared in many films, television shows, and theater productions. She often played characters who were strong, sometimes a bit rough, but always very real.

Working with Luis Buñuel

Lola Gaos worked with the legendary Spanish director Luis Buñuel on several important films. These collaborations helped make her famous around the world.

Notable Films with Buñuel

• Viridiana (1961): In this film, Lola Gaos played the role of Enedina. The movie won a major award at the Cannes Film Festival.
• Tristana (1970): Here, she played Saturna. This film is another well-known work by Buñuel.

Memorable Roles in Other Films

Besides her work with Buñuel, Lola Gaos starred in many other movies. She was known for bringing a lot of emotion and power to her characters.

The Film Furtivos

One of her most famous roles was in the 1975 film Furtivos. In this movie, she played Martina, a very dominant and strong mother. Her performance in Furtivos is considered one of her best and most impactful.

Other Important Movies

Lola Gaos appeared in many other films that showed her wide range as an actress. Some of these include:

• Esa pareja feliz (1953)
• El Verdugo (1963)
• La Tía Tula (1964)
• Mi querida señorita (1972)
• Elisita (1980)

Her final film role was in Gran sol in 1989, marking the end of a remarkable career.

See also

In Spanish: Lola Gaos para niños