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Ivana BaqueroSpanish actress
Date of Birth: 11.06.1994
Country:  Spain |
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Biography of Ivana Baquero
Ivana Baquero Macías was born on June 11, 1994, in Barcelona, Spain. She is a Spanish actress known for her role as Ofelia in the war fantasy film "Pan's Labyrinth." Baquero attends the American School of Barcelona in her hometown and is fluent in English, Spanish, and Catalan.
Early Career
Before gaining recognition for her role in "Pan's Labyrinth," Baquero had played several small roles in films. One of her notable roles was as Mandy in the horror film "Fragile," alongside Calista Flockhart and Richard Roxburgh. She also appeared in horror films such as "Romasanta: The Werewolf Hunt" and "Rottweiler," a science fiction horror film about a robotic Rottweiler chasing a fugitive.
Rise to Fame
Out of a thousand young actresses, Baquero was chosen for the role of Ofelia in "Pan's Labyrinth" when she was just 11 years old. Guillermo del Toro, the director known for films like "Mimic," "Blade 2," and "The Devil's Backbone," instantly recognized her as the perfect fit for the role when he saw her curly hair and deep dark eyes. The script was modified to fit the 11-year-old Baquero perfectly, even though the role was initially intended for an 8-year-old girl. Baquero received critical acclaim for her performance and won several awards, including a Goya Award for Best New Actress from the Spanish Academy of Arts and Cinematography.
Later Career
After her success in "Pan's Labyrinth," Baquero was cast as Paloma, a 15-year-old character, in the historical drama "The Anarchist's Wife" about the Spanish Civil War. She continued to expand her career internationally and played the lead role of Louisa James in the horror film "The New Daughter," alongside Kevin Costner. This marked her first American role. Baquero also appeared in the short drama "Absència" in 2010 and was set to be involved in the family film "Keeper Of The Pinstripes" as Mary Reyes in 2012.
Overall, Ivana Baquero's talent and versatility have made her a prominent actress in both Spanish and international cinema.
