Questions for Mari Paz and Eva
Reynard from Texas asks: From what I understand, it seems as though there is mounting opposition to this sport. Have you experienced opposition to bullfighting? Do you foresee laws banning bullfighting in the future?
Mari Paz: Yes, there is definitely opposition to bullfighting, especially when you reach the upper echelon of the sport. In particular, I've experienced opposition at bullfights in Catalonia and in Bogota, Colombia; there were insults and death threats in both of those places.
I don't see laws banning bullfighting being passed in the future. The sport is so deeply rooted in Spain, and at its best, bullfighting is of the people and for the people.
Eva: It is true that bullfighting is not going through its best moment right now. In my opinion, you cannot turn such a special and moving spectacle into pure business, where the most important element becomes making money. What's happening today is that the most important aspect of the fight are being neglected to make profit. As a result, bullfighting aficionados are not getting what they want to see, and they are the ones paying for the tickets to get into the plazas.
There has always been anti-bullfighting sentiment, and there's been much talk of it lately in Catalonia, where they want to refuse entry (to bullfights) to those who are under 16. Some of these sentiments play into other political interests as well.
But there are still a lot of fans for bullfighting, and the seats are filled in the major bullfights — because bullfighters are risking their lives, and the fights are thrilling. On the other hand, the critics of bullfighting are basing their opinions on theories, not any real knowledge of the bullfights, and I think this makes their argument superficial and hypocritical. Were it not for bullfighting, bulls would be extinct!
I want to clarify that I have nothing against people who do not appreciate bullfighting. It is something I have experienced in my own family, and in my home country of Italy. I would simply like to say that if you don't like the bullfight, then don't see it. But please don't disrespect us, or call us murderers.
Amy from Brooklyn asks: Generally speaking, how long does a matador's career last? What usually causes a matador to retire (other than being forced to retire due to injury)?
Mari Paz: As in all professions, the retirement age is usually set at 55. But as a bullfighter, you can continue on for as long as you want. Usually, bullfighters retire because they get hired less and less, and they lose hope.
Eva: Normally, bullfighting is a young person's profession. But there's no specific retirement age — it's all relative. There have been bullfighters who fought until their 60s, and others who retired at 30. There can be many factors that cause a bullfighter to retire: injury or lack of contracts, for example. But most importantly, to continue in this profession means that the bullfighter wants to risk their lives every time they step into the ring! Of course physical injuries play a part in whether or not a bullfighter retires, but I think the bullfighters passion for the sport is the determining factor in the decision (to continue or retire). You can lose that passion at any age.
Of course, you certainly have to be lucky with the bulls, and fan support is also a strong factor in when you might retire. The bullfighters need to be motivated by the people.
They say that once you are a matador, you are a matador until you die. I think this is true — it's something that runs through your veins. Most matadors, after they retire, stay in the bullfighting world. They might participate in the running of the bulls, or become train other bullfighters, and they might even bullfight in private or, at times, even in public. Bullfighting is very personal.
Questions for Eva
Many viewers wrote in to ask: How can we see your artwork? Is any of it available for purchase?
Eva: You can see some of my artwork right here on the POV website.
Some, but not all, of my artwork are for sale. If you're interested in buying my paintings, you can contact me at evaflorencia [at] gmail.com. Please be patient, though, because I will not be selling my work until the end of my first solo exhibition, which will happen in the spring of 2010.
The paintings are also always much more vivid in person than they are through a computer screen. I will do my best to provide updates on the exact date and place of my exhibit for those who wish to see my work in person.
I have many ideas for my work, and want to experiment with different techniques, and create a collection of drawings. In the future there will be a variety of works, from elaborate paintings to sketches.
Someone had also asked about the possibility of acquiring copies of my work. I have not thought about this before, but will consider it for the future.
Michael from New York asks: The film suggests that female matadors are more accepted in Latin America than in Spain. Did you ever consider moving to Latin America to pursue the sport there?
Eva: On a couple of occasions, I have considered the possibility of crossing the Atlantic to fight bulls. I've discussed it with other matadors. To go fight in Mexico, you have to have guaranteed contracts with the businessmen who handle the fights. A matador who had gone to Mexico said that it was not so easy — it was like going on an adventure without knowing anyone, not knowing if she'd be bullfighting, and in uncertain conditions. I decided not to go to Mexico. I didn't want to go 9,000 miles and start from scratch again.
Questions for Mari Paz
D from San Diego asks: Mari Paz, were any of your brothers able to take up bullfighting? What region of Spain is your family from?
Mari Pazs: My brothers were almost all novilleros (apprentices); because they didn't have the opportunity to make it to the professional level, they work as assistants in the ring. Three of my brothers are banderilleros and one is mozo the espadas. Banderilleros assist the matador inside the ring, and the mozo de espadas is the one that helps the matador get dressed and carries the swords and capes into the ring and during the fight. My youngest brother is a bullfighting fan.
My family is from Southern Spain. The region is Andalusia, and we are from the city of Malaga.
Estefania from Pennslylvania asks: The Pedro Almodóvar film, Talk to Her, is about female matadors, and I understand the film is inspired by you. What do you think of the film?
Mari Paz: AlmodÓvar's film tells a little of what happened to me in the capital of Mexico — I met a bull in the same way, and the bull broke my femur in two places. I like the film, but it has very little to do with bullfighting.
Filmmaker Gemma Cubero adds: When we started shooting Ella Es El Matador, Talk to Her was also being shot. We learned that for the bullfighting scenes, Almodóvar actually used a male bullfighter. So the body that you see in the film is not the body of a woman.
Talk About This
Journalist
Querida Eva:
Me encantan tus pinturas.
?Como puedo conseguir tus obras de arte?
Muchisimas gracias.
Julie McCarthy
by julie m. mccarthy from washington, d.c., d.c.
September 1, 2009, 11:03 PM
Thank You!
Thank you both for letting us into your world. I don't know much about bullfighting, but like many, I have very mixed feelings about the sport. However, I think this is one of the first times I've begun to appreciate the tradition and passion contained in the sport by watching both of your stories.
Now a question for Eva: The film suggests that female matadors are more accepted in Latin America than in Spain. Did you ever consider moving to Latin America to pursue the sport there?
by Michael deleon from New York, NY
September 1, 2009, 11:14 PM
r.n.
brava to both of you ..... thank you so much
by sheila shane from west palm beach, fl
September 1, 2009, 11:15 PM
How can you justify the barbarity of your actions, especially while displaying obeisance to a relgion whose Pope has condemned the sport as “altogether foreign to piety and charity.” and who further stated that “these cruel and disgraceful exhibitions of devils and not of men be abolished,”, forbading attendance at them under penalty of excommunication?
by Bonnie from North Port, FL
September 2, 2009, 12:16 AM
Wow, I never knew ther were female matadors
You ladies looked great. I'm going to need a poster.
From what I understand about the attitudes toward this sport it seems there is mounting opposition to this cultural sport. I imagine some what like English fox hunts and the mob protests a couple years ago.
Do you see a rise in opposition to the sport in general? Have you experienced any of it? Do you foresee laws banning it?
by Reynard from Houston, TX
September 2, 2009, 12:46 AM
Consultant
Ladies,
I am surprised that I watched a complete film about bullfighting but now, thanks to this film, I know I will attend a fight when I have a chance.
Eva, please put pictures of your paintings on the web? Your paintings of bulls in the moonlight looked beautiful. I doubt that I will be able to be in Seville for your show.
Emil
by Emil A Plecko from Riverside, Illinois
September 2, 2009, 1:01 AM
Living your heritage.
You both exhibit great bravery and are an inspiration, I am certain, to all young women, especially of your culture. Those who criticize do not understand the history of other cultures, especially here in the United States. Although I do consider it somewhat brutal the manner in which the bull dies, I appreciate the deep history that is comes from within your culture. Being an African American, I too have grown to appreciate even more my heritage and history even though it is not taught in our public schools. We must learn about our heritage on our own although we pay taxes to the public school system. Good luck and may you continue to triumph.
by Malinda Knowles from Savannah, Georgia
September 2, 2009, 1:30 AM
Growing up
Mari Paz, were any of your brothers able to take up bullfighting? Also, what region of Spain is your family from? I didn't recognize your father's accent.
Eva, did you ever consider a bullfighting career in Latin America?
by D. Alcocer from San Diego, CA
September 2, 2009, 1:34 AM
Querida Matadora Maripaz Vega
Nos conocimos en Mexico DF hace como 8 años (mas o menos). Soy camarografo Americano e hizomos un documental sobre vd. Estuvo lastimado en la Plaza de Torros principal de DF.
Que bueno que ha seguido y crecido. Felicidades y suerte siempre.
Abrazos y Besitos
Neil de la Peña
by Neil de la Peña from Los Angeles, California
September 2, 2009, 2:50 AM
Ms
To Eva: I was very impressed with your art. Is it available? Thanks.
by Ruth Lansford from Playa del Rey, California
September 2, 2009, 3:32 AM
For Eva Florencia: Have you really given up bullfighting? You are amazing and I hope you can find a way to continue practicing your art in the ring as well as on canvas.
For Maripaz Vega: I have tremendous admiration for you after watching this film and hope one day to cheer for you in the ring. Your perseverance is incredibly inspiring, as is your style and skill when fighting the bulls. Watching you has truly stirred my soul.
Thank you, film makers, for bringing the stories of these beautiful and powerful women into the world!
by Amy S. from Brooklyn, NY
September 2, 2009, 9:56 AM
I sort of knew there were female bullfighters. I am glad that you 2 were showcased. For some reason, I am drawn to bullfighting. I like it. The nice thing is afterwards, the bull is not wasted, it is eaten. What is the difference between a bull in the packinghouse or a bull in the arena. At least here, the bull has a chance to win. Like a joke I heard. An american walks in a restaurant and asks about the special. They are the testicles from the bull in the bullfight. For about 3 days he eats the special. One day he comes in for the special and notices that the testicles are much smaller. He asks the waiter, "Hey are these from a half grown bull?" "Ahh no" says the waiter "Once in a while, the bull wins."
by Elvin Holloway from Omaha, Ne
September 2, 2009, 10:06 AM
The Door
Eva, what is now beyond the door guarded by the bull and which still burns so in your eyes?
by wcrisler from Shady Shores, Texas
September 2, 2009, 10:06 AM
I have two more questions for either of you:
1) What happens to the bull after he is defeated?
2) How long is the matador's career? What causes a matador to retire (other than being forced to retire from injury)?
Thank you.
by Amy S. from Brooklyn, NY
September 2, 2009, 10:24 AM
Pregunta sobre la pelicula de Almodovar
Hola Mari Paz, Ciao Eva,
Ustedes son fantásticas, me emocione mucho en verlas en acción. Ustedes son una gran inspiración para otras mujeres.
Ustedes saben que Pedro Almodovar hico una película sobre la tema de Matadores femeninas, “Habla Con Ella,” y quería saber que piensan ustedes de la película ya que ustedes fueron la inspiración para esa película.
Tambien queria comentar que la obras de arte de Eva son bellisimas, como podemos comprar copias del arte de Eva?
Gracias!
by Estefania from Pittsburgh, PA
September 2, 2009, 10:39 AM
First BRAVA to both Eva & Mari Paz for living your dreams. I was very impressed by your displays of courage, strength & beauty inside & out.
For Eva: Your artwork is most impressive. The artwork displayed in both the documentary & on this website are truly beautiful. Of the work displayed, I was very taken by "Guardian" and "Timeless Fullness". Your artwork shows a passion for life that I think could only be matched by the tenacity of a bull. Maybe one day you'll have an art show in New York City. Thank You
by Anna Cooley from Yonkers , New York
September 2, 2009, 12:29 PM
Maripaz Vega
Llevas siempre la capa que te he bordado alli en Malaga?
Lastima que aqui en Inglaterra no se puede ver la pelicula.
Un abrazo de La Guiri :o)
by georgina riall from Northampton, United Kingdom
September 2, 2009, 1:53 PM
A Eva y Maripaz...
¡Bravo! El documental ha sido uno de los mejores que he visto en mucho tiempo. El valor y la belleza que vosotras han dado en el ruedo es impresionante.
Eva, tal vez el toreo no era tu vocación, pero saco tu arte aflote y necesitamos más arte en este mundo tan gris. Quisiera saber si tienes un "site" donde tu arte este en exhibición. Y adelante, que ya tu arte tiene fanaticos.
Maripaz; ¡Olé Matador! Te vere en Las Ventas, con despues de una magnifica tarde, saliendo por la puerta ancha. ¡Así de buena eres! ¡Adelante Campeona!
Las dos ya me tienen de fanatico.
¡Gracias!
by Marcos Rodríguez from San Juan, Puerto Rico
September 2, 2009, 5:20 PM
Retired
Ole! Bravo! I applaude you both.
Eva, will you be fighting in Andalucia this coming 6 weeks?
I will be in Nerja, Spain late September to late October and would sure love to see you fight.
Thanks,
Neal
by Neal from Lake Barrington, IL.
September 2, 2009, 5:35 PM
OOPS!
My question was for Maripaz. Will you be fightin in Andalucia in the next 6 weeks?
by Neal
September 2, 2009, 5:47 PM
Miss Florencia
Is any of your art work for sale?
by Gary Allen from bellflower, Ca
September 2, 2009, 7:21 PM
A Never Ending OLE!
Eva,
I would like to know that you returned to bullfighting - don't give up the dream. I enjoyed watching your skill and grace, much like a ballerina in perfect balance, rhythm and form - beautiful. When I was a child I used to accompany him to La Plaza Monumental in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico, I can appreciate the spectacle. I too liked your paintings and wold like to know how I can purchase a few. Thank you for your time and good luck! Chiao!
by Ramon from El Paso, Texas
September 2, 2009, 11:43 PM
Sra.
For Matador Mari Paz: what are the names of the different passes you use with the muleta? What are the names of the different poses you take when you face the bull?
Is there a name for, or a meaning, when you drop the cape and stand with arms apart in front of the bull? or , when you kneel in front of the bull? with no cape? no sword? I am interested to learn as much as I can about the names and the purpose of the different passes, and the poses and positions you take when you are fighting the bull - and when you show dominance over the bull. Brava!
by Sandra Saltzman, NYC from New York, NY
September 2, 2009, 11:45 PM
For Eva
Eva-
You're an amazaing artist, in your bullfighting and in your art. Your artistic abilities are so present in your bullfighting style, it is very apparant your love for the sport. It was if I were watching a ballet with a bull and a prima ballerina.
You should consider selling your art, if you're not already. You are wildly talented! Thank you for sharing with the world.
by shelli from chalfont, PA
September 3, 2009, 12:13 PM
Proxima Temporada en España
Maripaz:
Veo por la pagina web de su Peña que estas ya con la temporada de invierno en America del Sud. Quiero hacerme un vieje a España en la primavera que viene a ver Los Toros. Quiero verte torear en un plaza alli. Espero que cuando ya su "cartelera" de la proxima temporada esta fija, estara en esa pagina web, no? Mucho éxito y triunfo con las corridas que te queda delante en la Américas....
William Silow
San Francisco, California
by William from San Francisco, California, EE.UU.
September 3, 2009, 3:48 PM
Thank You
Dear Mari,
I wanted to write and let you know how awestruck I was by the beauty and grace of the bullfight. Like many American's, I had a very poor opinion of bullfighting. After watching you in this film, my opion of bullfighting has completely changed. This film has given me a new appreciation of this incredible art. This evening I told my daughter about watching the film and she insisted on finding an online video and watching you fight the bull for herself. Just like me, she was utterly amazed. Thank you for being a part of this film and sharing your life and art with us. It is wonderful to see a woman compete and succeed in a man's world, but more than that, it is wonderful to see superior skill and beauty reign in the bullfighting ring. My daughter and I have added seeing you fight a bull to our list of things that we love to see should we ever be blessed to travel abroad. Thank you Mari for your courage and passion and for educating two American's in the art of bullfighting. Blessings Matador!
by Nicole from Elkhorn, NE
September 4, 2009, 12:49 AM
Entre toros
Eva... me impresiono el documental, como a muchos, y por supuesto vuestra pinturas sobre el toro como tema principal. Compartimos una admiracion hacia el toro de lidia atraves de nuestro arte, en mi caso la fotografia. Favor de visistar, www.joelsalcido.com y picar en el portafolio, "via artistica." El proximo año estare en España y me interesa tu trabajo. Favor de anunciar fecha de exposicion o si tienes algun website con tus obras, ahun mejor.
Suerte en todo,
Joel
by Joel Salcido from Austin,, Texas
September 4, 2009, 2:17 PM
Brava! Bravissima!
Thank you so much for sharing your stories and dreams with us. I've spent some time today looking up some of the other female bullfighters and glad to know that this is still possible today. I can't see myself as an aficianado of the ring, but love what we saw of Eva's art, please have some of it on-line. It is great to see Eva's two great passions entwined into her life today.
And for Mari Paz - may you carry the torch until another such as yourself comes along. May you have a long, happy and healthy life in the years to come. May your injuries and troubles be few, and may you and your loved ones prosper.
God bless you both.
by Christine from Pitman, NJ
September 4, 2009, 4:54 PM
HOLA EVA,
ERES UNA MAGNIFICA MUJER.TIENES MUCHOS
TALENTOS Y UNA HERMOSURA NATURAL.SI, ERES
UN ''BONBON''.AHORA, QUE BUENO QUE DEJASTE
LA CORRIDA.LOS TOROS NO BAILAN,SANGRAN Y
SUFREN.MEJOR LA PINTURA EN TUS LINDAS MANOS
QUE LA SANGRE DE UN TORO TORTURADO .
DAVID NAVARRO
by DAVID NAVARRO from SAN JOSE, CA
September 4, 2009, 11:44 PM
Eva,
Your beautiful story was a revelation. To hear you speak of your dreams, your journey into the world of bullfighting; to see your passion in the ring, the pride with which you carry yourself, the expression of yourself in your art - all this was wonderful.
Thank you for sharing your story with everyone. In our materialistic, hi tech world, it is refreshing to see values and passion that are deeply elemental.
I wish you good fortune in your future pursuits and I hope you continue to paint.
I would love to own one of your prints - your images fo the bulls are very powerful.
Please let me know if your art is available and again, thank you for sharing your story.
Regards,
Ricardo
by Ricardo Blakeney from Fremont, CA
September 5, 2009, 8:48 AM
Amazing art
Eva, your art is so beautiful, I think you can rest assured that if you do not make a career of bullfighting, you will certainly make a career from your art -- and you can be so proud of that!
I too have wondered if you have not considered moving to South America. You obviously have enormous talent in the ring, and those talents would be appreciated there. Is it family that keeps you in Spain?
Sharon
Montreal, Canada
by Sharon Meir from Montreal, Quebec
September 5, 2009, 11:10 AM
A question for Eva and a general comment
Eva,your beautiful form in the ring was magnificent. Many years ago I saw (male) bullfights in Madrid. The best were performing ballets in the ring, and that is what you reminded me of. Along with your art, your passion for the ring, and your way with words, you are a true Renaissance woman. Please tell us: have you considered moving somewhere in Latin America, where you would probably become a star?
Mari, I just wanted to thank you for living your dream, as difficult as we know it has been against the backlash from the promoters/businessmen and other matadors. It is a long, difficult road that you are walking, but you are doing it with grace.
Mucho suerte a los dos!
by Shawn Jackson from Culver City, CA
September 5, 2009, 12:08 PM
EVA & MARI PAZ,
FIRST I WANT TO THANK BOTH FOR A AMAZING PERFORMING FILM. EVA YOU FOUND YOUR SPIRIT THROUGH THE PAINTINGS AND HOW CAN THEY BE BOUGHT?????...MARI PAZ WITH ALL THOSE BROTHERS AND YOU BEING THE ONLY SISTER, HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE A FEMALE MATADOR???
by anthony alvarez from new york city, new york
September 5, 2009, 12:11 PM
She is the Matador
Both women are mgnificent warriors and artists. I am so sad to see that bullfighting lost a great fighter, Eva, due to the smallmindedness of a bunch of insecure men. I would love to see her fight again, she displayes an intensity and artistry that is so rare in any profession. Eva and Mari Stand Strong.
Edan
by Edan East from Monterey, CA
September 5, 2009, 3:59 PM
Ole!
Cada vez que os vi torear en este documental, me sonrei... que bonito arte, y que talento que teneis las dos... lastima que hay tantas gentes con prejuicios que no saben valorar a una mataora... Un beso y un abrazo para vosotras, y mucha suerte... Oleee!
by Dania Suarez from Winter Springs, FL
September 5, 2009, 4:24 PM
Self Employed
Thank You both for doing the POV Special. It's been years since I've been to watch Over 40 years. I enjoyed them a great deal However, I was lucky, my friend took me, and explained the history, along with his Father. I hope to visit Spain in a couple of years, and to the ring I will go. Thanks again for your film.
by Bill Clark from Pullman, Washington
September 5, 2009, 10:46 PM
Attorney
Ms. Bianchini,
Your disappointment at having to turn away from Bullfighting was heartbreaking. But, I noticed that you made a very astute observation. What stood in your way was not the physical bull. But the invisible bull; injustice. Now you've seen it and know what it looks like so it is no longer invisible to you.
There is your bull. that is the one that kept you from the doorway you sought to traverse.
If you have any fight left in you, dance with that bull, put a sword though it's heart.
If you can do that, just once, you'll join the rolls of the greatest Bullfighters throughout history.
Oh, and I like your paintings too.
Bonchance.
by Ben Pearson from Crossville, Tennessee
September 5, 2009, 11:42 PM
Student
For Eva,
Your picture of the bull in the moonlight was awesome. How many copies can you paint? I think you will sell every single one!
Mari,
You are strong and beautiful. After watching you on TV, I'd love to see you in the bull ring in real life!.
by Tim Smith from Knoxville, TN
September 6, 2009, 1:36 PM
For Maripaz Vega
Why do you throw your hat down on the ground at the beginning of the fight? What does this symbolize?
You are an artist!
by Ruth from Topeka, KS
September 7, 2009, 1:05 AM
CIUDADADANO DEL MUNDO
Could you explain why so many of Spain's "bravest" matadores view women in the bullring as an intolerable and dangerous threat? Saludo ustedes!
by Jim Hart from Chicago, Illinois
September 7, 2009, 10:46 PM
Catholic Hispanic Heritage
As an Irish Catholic, I applaud you women for carrying on the Spanish tradition of bullfighting. It has always been part of the Catholic Hispanic Heritage along with religious processions and devotions. I see your problem as more of a cultural issue than a feminist issue. I am surprised that you have not received sponsorship and support from the male establishment for upholding Spain's national tradition, Nowadays, bullfighting can use all the help it can get; it needs to reach out to a wider audience.
Mari Paz - Are matadors paid by the contest? What would be the annual income of a professional matador? I hope you find a rich padron to help you clear the obstacles in your path to Madrid. Surely, there must be some publicity-seeking millionaire (like Donald Trump) in Spain who could help you?
Eva - I enjoyed your "cubist-style" paintings of bulls. I own a bronze sculpture of a bull by Barye and would like to purchase a painting or reproduction. When is your 2010 exhibition in Seville? Are you publishing a catalogue or a price list? I have a friend in New Mexico who makes limited edition lithographs and sells them to art lovers - that is a great idea!
Gemma & Celeste - I enjoyed your interesting and unique documentary and gained a new appreciation for the sport of bullfighting from watching the performances of Mari Paz and Eva. Please keep us updated with news on these two remarkable women. Perhaps in the future, you can do a sequel - a second documentary!
by Gary Vincent from Scottsdale, Arizona
September 8, 2009, 5:19 PM
Too...way too soon!
Dear Eva
You gave up too soon. How many apprentices too any "craft"...must
never wait for others...but lead the way in their own quiet ways...
That is the test of truth...is it not. Hopefully you take up the cape again...
and teach the men...that women can be...even better in cape control than them!
by David C. Werbeck from El Seattle, WA, Washington
September 13, 2009, 8:28 PM
Way ahead of it....
Dear Mari
First....you should shoot the person who took your photo..
You are much too beautiful...
to be shown....in such a simplistic manner....
Secondly...tie him to a bull...just for good measure!
Thirdly.... What's a great bullfighter like you.... not yet showing up the rest of the macho bullfighters...? The only confidence you need is to stand in front of a mirror...and say:
"You...mari are more than great...you...have a style...macho...can not "touch"!
Finally:
What exactly...was that "top secret" about in the Movie..
"She is a Matador"? WAS THAT A TAIL OF A BULL behind the door.... I NOTED...WHEN YOU WERE ENTERING ...THAT SHOWER!?
So.... you not only fight them.....dream....and speak constantly of them.....but shower with them as well ?
You have a style that is unique...and should not mimic...that of macho....
but of finesse...that you are so capable of.......
Finessimo !
by David C. Werbeck from Seattle, WA. - USA, Washington
September 13, 2009, 8:40 PM
.shoot the photographer
Mari
YOU DESERVE A BETTER PHOTOGRAPH
SHOOT THE PHOTOGRAPHER...AND THEN TIE THEM TO A BULL...IT JUST MIGHT
SHARPEN THEIR SENSES!
You have somnething..macho bull fighters will never have
and you should explore it more...
as you hve "earned" it...Finesse.
You are....Finessimo !
Your style has become better with "age"...as also your beauty.
The lows...of it all...only show you the heights you are to obtain...
and enjoy !
by Charles Von Rictofen from Lottabull, Colorado
September 13, 2009, 9:14 PM
Malaga
Mari Paz Vega
In 2010 I will visit Malaga. I sure hope you are performing in the Plaza then. Before this film, I never had a desire to witness a bullfight. Now it is near the top of my bucket list. You are amazing. Why don't you have a website?
by Bruce Tilden from Bisbee, Arizona
September 19, 2009, 2:12 AM
Entertainment.
It saddens me that anyone torments a living creature in the name of sport or entertainment. It saddens me more that so many people enjoy seeing the creature tormented.
by Candice from Edmonton, Alberta
September 27, 2009, 4:48 PM
caregiver
Estimadas senoritas,
Me impresiono muchisimo el caracter que mostraron en el film. Lo acudi al principio solo porque se trataba de un tema iberico y despues...bueno, me ganaron. Siguen adelante y que se cuelgan los obstaculos. Me aseguro que igual que miran a los trucos y costumbres taureanas, pueden evitar y conquistar otras bestias de oposicion humana! Gracias por haber compartido el valor andaluz!
by Felipe R, Mirabal from Alburquerque, New Mexico
September 28, 2009, 1:51 AM
questions
Dear Eva and Mari,
I am greatfull to receve the film, and to see you fight the bulls. I was impresed and glad to see a woman in the arena. It is a pitty that there are a few women who are matador. I hope there will be more. I think the world is kind of macho and you can make a lot of diference. I do not agre with the comment of Enrice Ponce, that femail have not the fisical strengths. Remembering the bull, living out free fore 4 ore more years, there condition is better then wich yumen beïng ever. So , women i think wil try to be better then mail matadores, so you can possibly give a more interesting fight.
We have in Holland a pena taurina Hollanda, i.o. from wich i am the secretary gen. and tresure holder. In my room, where i keep meetings with other afficionada's i have pictures from some matadores. I realy would love to have a autographt picture from you, Mari and from you Eva, if posible. It will be a great aquesision to the collection. If we had in Holland bullfigting you would have a perfect chanse, We all hope to hear and see more from you. I wsould like to go to a tienda, and try out fore my self, Now i have more time, but not the adge....(58)ore is there any hope? do you give instruction? lessons in cape and muleta? Did you consider to write a book , how to yurdge a bull and how to fight as an amator? there is only one book, from Conrad as fare as i know.
I hope to hear or read frpom you. If there are costs, pl. let me know. Henk Schattenberg
My adres; Neerijnen 26 / 3772 EP Barneveld / Netherlands.
Best greatings, Henk
by Henk Schattenberg from Barneveld , Netherlands
September 29, 2009, 4:32 PM
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Dear Eva and Mari,
My E-mail is; hgc@telfort.nl
Best greatings, Henk Schattenberg from Barneveld
by Henk Schattenberg from Barneveld , Netherlands
September 30, 2009, 3:31 PM
Eva, Mari Paz,
You show so much grace in the ring, its almost unbelievable. No male matador will ever match your artistic performances and your heartfelt expressions. You display respect towards the bull. It shows in your expressions.
Mari Paz - you are awesome.
Eva - I love your art, it has so much feeling. I wish you get back in the ring one day, one way or another.
One question: Given that the bull is a formidable opponent and a thing of beauty in its own, is there ever a moment during the fight when you feel remorse for him?
by Christobal from El Paso, TX
October 20, 2009, 5:34 PM