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| Dina Bonnevie |
In a world where even the greatest beauties do come and go,
one image continues to linger despite the passing of time. Dina Bonnevie may
have reached her peak and passed her prime, yet, to this day, she remains one
of the most iconic actresses ever to grace the Philippine cinema. Perhaps, none
could outdo, let alone match the bida-contrabida
portrayals which she showcased in most of her films. Indeed, it is easy to grab
the audience’s pity by playing helpless heroines, so much more endure the
enmity of the masses by being the villain. But then, not all are gifted enough
to play both roles all in one film. That’s acting the Dina Bonnevie style.
Famed for her exotic beauty that endures to this day, Bonnevie is equally
praised for her intelligence and quick wit, an attribute that not too many of
her contemporaries, or even stars of succeeding generations, are not quite
known for.
