Events Country October 22, 2024

Celebrating 50 Years of 'La Mary' with Martin Fierro Awards

In a star-studded event, Argentine film and TV legends were honored at the Martin Fierro Awards, celebrating 50 years of 'La Mary'. Susana Giménez and Luis Brandoni received prestigious accolades, while heartfelt speeches paid tribute to their contributions to cinema.


Celebrating 50 Years of 'La Mary' with Martin Fierro Awards

During the celebration of the 50th anniversary of "La Mary", Susana Giménez expressed her surprise at the time that has passed since its inception, highlighting that she still feels the closeness of the beginning of this iconic production. As part of the APTRA Platinum Martín Fierro Awards, Luis Brandoni was honored for his outstanding career in cinema.

In an emotional moment, Guillermo Francella praised Susana Giménez for her 60 years of career while emphasizing the importance of giving creative freedom to filmmakers. The actress received the Brilliant Martín Fierro in recognition of her contribution to the entertainment industry.

Additionally, Mirtha Legrand was another honoree of the night, also receiving the Brilliant Martín Fierro for her extensive and successful television career. Graciela Borges was recognized with the Martín Fierro Icon of Cinema award, in a special moment hosted by Natalia Oreiro.

During the ceremony, several significant tributes were held. The film "La Tregua" was highlighted, commemorating its nearly 50 years of history and its significance in Argentine cinema as the first local film nominated for the Oscars in 1975. Furthermore, a tribute was paid to actor Norman Briski, who elicited laughter by thanking the award in English and sharing humorous anecdotes in his speech.