As she celebrates her 50th birthday, we revisit her 10 most memorable performances to date.
Cruz is enchanting as the youngest, a naive country girl with whom he finally settles down.
Shes fierce yet fearful, charming critics and securing her first Goya Award in the process.

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Despite her limited screen time, Cruz steals the show and snagged a best-supporting-actress Oscar.
When the plot hurtles towards tragedy, you hope against hope that she survives.
She manages to be both steely and touchingly sensitive.

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From her initial insouciance to the glimmers of discontent and the heart-wrenching climax, shes masterful.
Its impossible to take your eyes off her.

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Photo: Courtesy Everett Collection

Photo: Courtesy Everett Collection

Photo: Courtesy Everett Collection

Photo: Courtesy Everett Collection

Photo: Courtesy Everett Collection

Photo: Courtesy Everett Collection