Maria Candelaria (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1944, Maria Candelaria is a drama and romance film directed by Emilio Fernández, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. A young journalist asks an old artist about the portrait of a naked Indian woman that he has in his study. The artist tells the story of Maria Candelaria, a young Indian woman who was rejected by her own people for being the daughter of a prostitute. She is protected by a young Indian man, Lorenzo Rafael, who has fallen in love with her.
Who’s in it. Maria Candelaria stars Dolores del Río as María Candelaria, Pedro Armendáriz as Lorenzo Rafael, Alberto Galán as El Pintor and Margarita Cortés as Lupe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Maria Candelaria has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maria Candelaria page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maria Candelaria tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maria Candelaria (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Maria Candelaria change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Maria Candelaria worth watching?
- Maria Candelaria holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Maria Candelaria?
- Maria Candelaria stars Dolores del Río, Pedro Armendáriz, Alberto Galán, Margarita Cortés and Miguel Inclán.
- When was Maria Candelaria released?
- Maria Candelaria was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.