The devil picks a fight with María Félix. Spoiler: he loses spectacularly.
A conquering woman of love, power, and fame is challenged by the devil, as he too wants to conquer all. Even the devil learns that there is no wrath like a woman’s scorn.
Acting
María Félix commands every frame with volcanic charisma.
Costume
Gowns that scream 'I would sell my soul for this wardrobe.'
Writing
Wickedly subversive script for 1957 Spain under Franco.
Director
José Luis Sáenz de Heredia
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Made during Franco's Spain, the film's brazen female protagonist and religious mockery required careful navigation of state censors.
This was María Félix's final Spanish production before she permanently relocated to France, making it her farewell to Iberian cinema.
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