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Emilio Gutiérrez Caba
Emilio Gutiérrez Caba is a prolific Spanish actor whose career spans more than six decades, encompassing stage, film, and television. Born on 26 September 1942 in Valladolid, he entered the world while his parents, both actors, were on tour, and the family moved to Madrid just three days later. Growing up in a theatrical dynasty—his mother Irene Caba Alba, his aunt Julia Caba Alba, his sister Julia Gutiérrez Caba, and even his great‑grandfather Pascual Alba Sors were all performers—he was steeped in the craft from an early age. He initially pursued philosophy at university, but the pull of the stage proved irresistible and he debuted on stage in 1962, quickly transitioning to the silver screen with Jess Franco’s El llanero in 1963. Over the years he has become known for his chameleon‑like ability to inhabit a wide range of characters, from gritty supporting roles in contemporary dramas to nuanced performances in historical epics. His talent earned him two Goya Awards for Best Supporting Actor, first for La comunidad and later for El cielo abierto, cementing his status as one of Spain’s most respected character actors.
Beyond the accolades, Emilio’s impact lies in his dedication to the craft and his mentorship of younger generations. He has appeared in dozens of films and television series, collaborating with renowned directors and contributing to the evolution of Spanish cinema. His family legacy continues through his grand‑niece Irene Escolar, an emerging actress who cites him as an inspiration. Though private about his personal life, he remains a beloved figure in the industry, celebrated for his professionalism, humility, and the breadth of his artistic contributions.
Biography, Career & Filmography
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Given Name: Emilio Gutiérrez Caba
Born: Valladolid, Spain
Citizenship: Spanish
Birthday: September 26, 1942
Occupations: film actor, television actor, stage actor
Years Active: 1962-present
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Movies Featuring Emilio Gutiérrez Caba
The Tree of Blood
The Vault
The Most Important Thing in Life is Not Being Dead
Stolen Children
Retornos
Five Square Meters
Spy Time
Palm Trees in the Snow
Cervantes versus Lope
Smoke & Mirrors
Brava
¡Ay, Carmen!
Despite Everything
Stories of Our Cinema
Ten Days Without Love
El florido pensil
Desire
School of Seduction
Seeing Double
Kill Me Tender
La torre de Suso
The Art of Dying
Y decirte alguna estupidez, por ejemplo, te quiero
La sombra del ciprés es alargada
Me olvidé de vivir
Stigma
Journey to the Beyond
Viva la clase media
The Beehive
Teresa de Jesús
Bicycles Are for the Summer
Réquiem por un campesino español
Love Ravings
Silver-beet Face
Common Wealth
What Have I Done to Deserve This?
Werther
García!
Phenomena
Un curita cañón
Mouth to Mouth
The Sweet Sound of Death
¿Qué hacemos con los hijos?
The Priest
Historia de la frivolidad
Forbidden Passion
Los chicos del Preu
Jaguar
The Midshipmen
Un buen hombre
Words of Love
Hen Pecked
Tengo 17 años
Animia of Love
Nine Letters to Berta
Una chica y un señor
Small Country
Stories
In the Folds of the Flesh
Las 4 bodas de Marisol
Carola de día, Carola de noche
Luna caliente
Memorias del ángel caído
Career Timeline
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2000
The Art of Dying
Quintana
Y decirte alguna estupidez, por ejemplo, te quiero
García Sanjuan
Common Wealth
Emilio
1980
Me olvidé de vivir
José María
Stigma
José
Journey to the Beyond
The Traveler
Viva la clase media
José González "Spencer"
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