Mia Farrow

Born:9 febbraio 1945

Place of Birth:Los Angeles, California, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Mia Farrow, born María de Lourdes Villiers Farrow on February 9, 1945, is a multi-talented American actress, activist, and former fashion model. With a career spanning over five decades, Farrow has showcased her versatility in more than 50 films, earning critical acclaim and accolades along the way. Beyond her contributions to the entertainment industry, she is renowned for her extensive humanitarian work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, advocating for those in need in regions such as Darfur, Chad, and the Central African Republic.

Coming from a family deeply rooted in the entertainment industry, Farrow's upbringing in Beverly Hills, California, shaped her into the remarkable individual she is today. Her early success as a fashion model transitioned seamlessly into acting, where she made her mark with notable roles such as Allison MacKenzie in the television soap opera Peyton Place and her award-winning performance in the film Guns at Batasi. Farrow's portrayal of Rosemary Woodhouse in the iconic horror film Rosemary's Baby solidified her as a talented actress to watch.

Not one to be confined to a single medium, Farrow made history by becoming the first American actress to join the prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company, showcasing her theatrical prowess in productions like Jeanne d'Arc au bûcher and Three Sisters. Throughout the 1970s, she continued to captivate audiences with her performances in films like The Great Gatsby and A Wedding, proving her range and depth as an actress.

Farrow's collaboration with filmmaker Woody Allen in the 1980s marked a significant chapter in her career, leading to multiple acclaimed performances in films such as Broadway Danny Rose, The Purple Rose of Cairo, and Hannah and Her Sisters. Despite personal challenges, Farrow's dedication to her craft and advocacy work remained unwavering, earning her respect and admiration from fans and peers alike.

In the wake of her highly publicized separation from Allen and subsequent allegations, Farrow displayed immense strength and resilience, focusing on her role as a mother to her adopted and biological children. Her commitment to humanitarian causes continued to shine through, underscoring her unwavering dedication to making a positive impact on the world.

As she entered the 2000s, Farrow's presence on screen remained impactful, with notable appearances in television shows like Third Watch and films such as The Omen and Be Kind Rewind. Her contributions to both the entertainment industry and humanitarian efforts abroad solidify her legacy as a talented actress and compassionate advocate for those in need. Mia Farrow's influence transcends the screen, leaving an indelible mark on both the artistic landscape and the hearts of those she has touched.

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Rosemary's Baby

Rosemary Woodhouse

1968

A young couple, Rosemary and Guy, moves into an infamous New York apartment building, known by frightening legends and mysterious events, with the purpose of starting a family.

Death on the Nile

Jacqueline de Bellefort

1978

As Hercule Poirot enjoys a luxurious cruise down the Nile, a newlywed heiress is found murdered on board and every elegant passenger becomes a prime suspect.

Arthur and the Invisibles

Daisy Suchot

2006

Arthur is a spirited ten-year old whose parents are away looking for work, whose eccentric grandfather has been missing for several years, and who lives with his grandmother in a country house that, in two days, will be repossessed, torn down, and turned into a block of flats unless Arthur's grandfather returns to sign some papers and pay off the family debt. Arthur discovers that the key to success lies in his own descent into the land of the Minimoys, creatures no larger than a tooth, whom his grandfather helped relocate to their garden. Somewhere among them is hidden a pile of rubies, too. Can Arthur be of stout heart and save the day? Romance beckons as well, and a villain lurks.

The Great Gatsby

Daisy Buchanan

1974

Nick Carraway, a young Midwesterner now living on Long Island, finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifestyle of his neighbor, the nouveau riche Jay Gatsby. He is drawn into Gatsby's circle, becoming a witness to obsession and tragedy.

The Purple Rose of Cairo

Cecilia

1985

Cecilia is a waitress in New Jersey, living a dreary life during the Great Depression. Her only escape from her mundane reality is the movie theatre. After losing her job, Cecilia goes to see 'The Purple Rose of Cairo' in hopes of raising her spirits, where she watches dashing archaeologist Tom Baxter time and again.

Supergirl

Alura

1984

After losing a powerful orb, Kara, Superman's cousin, comes to Earth to retrieve it and instead finds herself up against a wicked witch.

The Omen

Mrs. Baylock

2006

A diplomatic couple adopts the son of the devil without knowing it. A remake of the classic horror film of the same name from 1976.

Arthur and the Revenge of Maltazard

Granny

2009

Arthur answers a distress call from Princess Selenia, who is menaced by the nefarious Maltazard.

Radio Days

Sally White

1987

The Narrator tells us how the radio influenced his childhood in the days before TV. In the New York City of the late 1930s to the New Year's Eve 1944, this coming-of-age tale mixes the narrator's experiences with contemporary anecdotes and urban legends of the radio stars.

Arthur 3: The War of the Two Worlds

Granny

2010

With Maltazard now seven feet tall and Arthur still two inches small, our hero must find a way to grow back to his normal size and stop the Evil M once and for all, with the help of Selenia and Betameche.

The Last Unicorn

Unicorn / Amalthea (voice)

1982

From a riddle-speaking butterfly, a unicorn learns that she is supposedly the last of her kind, all the others having been herded away by the Red Bull. The unicorn sets out to discover the truth behind the butterfly's words. She is eventually joined on her quest by Schmendrick, a second-rate magician, and Molly Grue, a now middle-aged woman who dreamed all her life of seeing a unicorn. Their journey leads them far from home, all the way to the castle of King Haggard.

Hannah and Her Sisters

Hannah

1986

Between two Thanksgivings, Hannah's husband falls in love with her sister Lee, while her hypochondriac ex-husband rekindles his relationship with her sister Holly.

Private Parts

Mia Farrow (uncredited)

1997

The life and career of shock-jock superstar Howard Stern is recounted from his humble beginnings to his view from the top. Possessing a desire to be an on-air personality since childhood, Stern meanders through the radio world, always with his supportive wife, Alison, by his side. Landing a gig in Washington, D.C., Stern meets Robin Quivers, who will become his long-time partner in crime. When the two move to New York, they face the wrath of NBC executives.

Be Kind Rewind

Ms. Kimberley

2008

A man whose brain becomes magnetized unintentionally destroys every tape in his friend's video store. In order to satisfy the store's most loyal renter, an aging woman with signs of dementia, the two men set out to remake the lost films.

Husbands and Wives

Judy Roth

1992

When Jack and Sally announce that they're splitting up, this comes as a shock to their best friends Gabe and Judy. Maybe mostly because they also are drifting apart and are now being made aware of it. So while Jack and Sally try to go on and meet new people, the marriage of Gabe and Judy gets more and more strained, and they begin to find themselves being attracted to other people.

Alice

Alice Tate

1990

Alice Tate, mother of two, with a marriage of 16 years, finds herself falling for a handsome sax player, Joe. Stricken with a backache, she consults herbalist Dr. Yang, who realizes that her problems are not related to her back, but in her mind and heart. Dr. Yang's magical herbs give Alice wondrous powers, taking her out of her well-established rut.

A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy

Ariel

1982

A nutty inventor, his frustrated wife, a philosopher cousin, his much younger fiancée, a randy doctor, and a free-thinking nurse spend a summer weekend in and around a stunning - and possibly magical - country house.

New York Stories

Lisa

1989

Get ready for a wildly diverse, star-studded trilogy about life in the big city. One of the most-talked about films in years, New York Stories features the creative collaboration of three of America's most popular directors, Martin Scorsese, Francis Coppola, and Woody Allen.

Crimes and Misdemeanors

Halley Reed

1989

A renowned ophthalmologist is desperate to cut off an adulterous relationship…which ends up in murder; and a frustrated documentary filmmaker woos an attractive television producer while making a film about her insufferably self-centered boss.

Zelig

Dr. Eudora Nesbitt Fletcher

1983

Fictional documentary about the life of human chameleon Leonard Zelig, a man who becomes a celebrity in the 1920s due to his ability to look and act like whoever is around him. Clever editing places Zelig in real newsreel footage of Woodrow Wilson, Babe Ruth, and others.

A Wedding

Buffy Brenner

1978

Muffin's wedding to Dino Corelli is to be a big affair. Except the ageing priest isn't too sure of the ceremony, only the families actually turn up as the Corelli Italian connection is suspect, security guards watch the gifts rather over-zealously, and Dino's grandma expires in bed just as the reception starts. Could be quite an occasion.