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Maritza Olivares
★ Acting

Maritza Olivares

Born 1958 · Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas, México · Active 1972–2017

Maritza Olivares, a Mexican actress, made her mark in the world of cult horror with her roles in Curse of the Devil (1973) and The Specter of Terror (1973). Born in Mexico, Olivares honed her craft in London and has since captivated audiences across Mexico, the United States, and France. Her performances in these films reflect the gritty and provocative nature of 1970s exploitation cinema, where she embodies the complex characters that drive the narratives forward. Olivares continues to be a notable figure in the genre, contributing to its rich legacy.

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The Specter of Terror

The Specter of Terror

1973 ★ 4.3
as Elena O'Hara (as May Oliver)

Maria Preston, Iberia stewardess, lives with her ​​friend and companion Elena O'Hara. She finds out that is followed by a mysterious character. He is Charly, an airport employee, U.S. Vietnam veteran, unhinged and with sexual disorders due to the infidelity of his wife.

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Filmography

23 credits
2010s 1 credit
2017
À la recherche de... Pierre Richard as Self - Mexican actress (archive footage)
Movie ★ 7.0
2000s 1 credit
2004
Hearts to the Limit as Amalia Valladares
TV ★ 7.0
1990s 2 credits
1991
Mente Criminal as Gabriela
Movie ★ 6.3
1990
Movie ★ 6.3
1980s 6 credits
1981
La Chèvre as Prostitute
Movie ★ 7.1
1981
Movie ★ 7.3
1981
Movie ★ 6.0
1981
TV ★ 8.0
1980
Movie ★ 7.9
1980
The Border as Whore
Movie ★ 5.4
1970s 13 credits
1979
Movie ★ 5.5
1979
Movie ★ 6.0
1978
Movie ★ 5.8
1976
Movie ★ 6.0
1975
Movie ★ 6.7
1975
Movie ★ 4.9
1974
Faith, Hope and Charity as (segment "Esperanza")
Movie ★ 6.4
1974
Movie ★ 5.5
1973
Curse of the Devil as Maria Wilowa
Movie ★ 5.5
1973
The Specter of Terror as Elena O'Hara (as May Oliver)
Movie ★ 4.6
1973
Movie ★ 4.1
1972
Movie ★ 7.4
1972
Los perturbados as (segment "La Obsesión")
Movie ★ 4.3