Rafael Rivelles facts for kids
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Rafael Rivelles
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Rafael Félix Rivelles Guillén
23 December 1898 |
| Died | 3 December 1971 (aged 72) Madrid, Spain
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| Spouse(s) | Rosa Fontana (second wife) |
| Children | Amparo Rivelles |
Rafael Félix Rivelles Guillén (born December 23, 1898 – died December 3, 1971) was a famous Spanish actor. He was born in El Cabañal, a small town near Valencia, Spain. His parents, José Rivelles and Amparo Guillén, were also actors. Rafael Rivelles was the father of another well-known Spanish actress, Amparo Rivelles.
In the 1930s, when movies started having sound, Rafael went to Hollywood. He made Spanish versions of American films there. But he eventually came back to Spain to continue his acting career.
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Rafael Rivelles's Famous Roles
Rafael Rivelles was especially known for two big roles. He played the main character in the movie Don Quijote de la Mancha (1947). This film was based on a very famous Spanish book. He also played the Prior in the movie Marcelino pan y vino (1955). This movie is about a young boy and is very popular.
A Look at His Film Career
Rafael Rivelles acted in many films throughout his career. Here are some of his notable movies:
- 1931: La Mujer X (Lady X)
- 1931: El Embrujo de Sevilla (The Charm of Seville)
- 1938: Carmen, la de Triana
- 1942: Goyescas (Goyesque)
- 1947: Don Quixote - Don Quijote
- 1954: Judas' Kiss - Judas Iscariote
- 1955: Marcelino pan y vino - The Prior
- 1960: La rivolta degli schiavi (Revolt of the Slaves)
- 1966: El Greco
His Work in Theatre
Besides films, Rafael Rivelles also had a successful career in theatre. He performed in many plays, showing his talent on stage. Some of his theatre works include:
- El nido ajeno (1923)
- El bandido de la Sierra (Bandit of the Mountain) (1926)
- La muralla (The Wall) (1954)
- La herida luminosa (1955)
Later Life and Legacy
Rafael Rivelles died in Madrid on December 3, 1971. He was buried in the El Cabanyal Cemetery in Valencia, next to his father. He is remembered as one of Spain's great actors.
See also
In Spanish: Rafael Rivelles para niños
