The story of Eva "Evita" Duarte de Peron, who rose from poverty to eventually became the wife of President Juan Peron. Her huge political influencemade her the most beloved and hated Argentine woman in history.
Oscar Winner for Best Music, Original Song; Oscar Nominated for Best Art Direction-Set Decoration; Best Cinematography;Best Film Editing; and Best Sound; Golden Globe Winner for Best Motion Picture - Comedy/Musical, Best Original Song - Motion Picture, Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy/Musical, Golden Globe Nominee for Best Director - Motion Picture and Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Comedy/Musical