Maria Barranco shares a humorous tale involving Ana Belén, recounting their unexpected eviction from the Congress of Deputies.
A Smirk and a Story: A Casual Chat with María Barranco
Sporting a cool jacket and jeans, María Barranco gracefully sat down for an intimate chat on To Heaven with Her. Laughs echoed through the room as she spilled the beans on her journey to stardom, including the hilarious tale of why she became a Chica Almodóvar. With Henar Álvarez by her side, she delved into her career, revisiting memorable moments that led her to become an A-lister in Spanish cinema.
Reminiscing about her early days, she humorously shared her reaction when she found out Pedro Almodóvar had asked for her, after a promising encounter at the San Sebastián Film Festival.
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A Parliamentary Squabble
The room erupted in giggles as she recounted her infamous escapade with Ana Belén at the Congress of Deputies, during a protest against the Iraq War. "Aznar's intervention was already underway by the time we got there! We had to sit through an entire parliamentary session, just waiting for him to re-emerge," she chuckled.
To cope with the tension and nervousness, both women decided to take a half-dose of Orfidal, but that turned out to be an amusing anecdote. "Sitting through a parliamentary session with Orfidal... I could barely keep my eyes open! I couldn't even stand up to show our 'No to War' t-shirt when it was time. They had to help us," she laughed. And to top it off, they were expelled from Congress for their actions!
Despite the laughter, the actress didn't shy away from expressing her opinions on ageism in cinema, and her continuous vigor at 63. Don't miss the full interview now on our website Play.
Enrichment Data:An Unearthed TaleWhile information regarding Maria Barranco and Ana Belén's expulsion from Congress during an Iraq War protest is scant, it is known that public figures, including celebrities, often participate in political protests, voicing their opinions, and in some cases, facing repercussions. In this case, the tale of two women having a shared, funny experience seems to have left a lasting impression, as it was part of their memorable conversation during the interview.
"During the interview, María Barracco shared a humorous story about taking half-doses of Orfidal to cope with tension while attending a parliamentary session, which she and Ana Belén were expelled from for their actions, showing the intersection of entertainment and politics in their lives."
"María Barracco's account of their expulsion from Congress during a protest against the Iraq War demonstrated her continued involvement in issues that extend beyond the realm of movies and TV, revealing her commitment to addressing topics like ageism in the entertainment industry."
