Evita is based on the historical story of Mar铆a Eva Duarte de Per贸n, a poor Argentinian girl who grows up to be the wife of the president of Argentina, worshipped by her people. As a young woman who longs for an acting career, fame, and fortune, Eva quickly learns that her feminine wiles hold power among a culture, and a political system, run by men. Once she makes it to Buenos Aires, Evita finds fame and power in her powers of seduction, eventually seducing the rising political figure, Juan Per贸n, who becomes the President of Argentina. As First Lady of Argentina, she aligns herself with the poor, winning herself, and Per贸n, popularity among Argentinians. Evita becomes a hero to the poor and the working class鈥攁nd an enemy to the rich. A young and unknown revolutionary, Ch茅, narrates the rise and fall of the beloved matriarch of the Argentinian people. This blockbuster musical, made even more famous as a 1996 Hollywood film starring Madonna and Antonio Banderas, shows both the righteous determination, and the ruthless power, of Argentina鈥檚 20th century matriarch.
Evita guide sections
