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Luisa Huertas to Receive Award for Contribution to Mexican Cinema

Mexican actress Luisa Huertas will be honored with a top award at the Guadalajara film festival. In an interview, she spoke about her 57-year career, how art helped her overcome personal tragedies, and her philosophy of life and work.


Luisa Huertas to Receive Award for Contribution to Mexican Cinema

Mexican actress Luisa Huertas, with a 57-year career, will be awarded the Silver Mayahuel for Mexican Cinema at the 41st Guadalajara International Film Festival (FICG), held from April 17-25, 2026. Known for her authenticity and profound understanding of her craft, Huertas views acting as a calling and a remedy for life's hardships. She emphasizes that she never tried to appear younger and is proud of her authenticity. Her career required sacrifices, especially in her personal life, but she is grateful to her daughter for her understanding and support. Huertas believes in the transformative power of art to create more conscious and sensitive individuals. She also acknowledges that her work helped her cope with her mother's death, turning the theater into a refuge. The tribute in Guadalajara is a recognition of her cultural contribution and proof that true passion and love for the profession can overcome any difficulty.