Anita Farra, born in Venice in 1905 and deceased in Madrid in 1979, was an Italian stage and screen actress, primarily active between the 1930s and 1950s. Following her debut on the stage, she established herself in the world of cinema as one of the most prolific and esteemed character actresses of her generation. Known for her elegant and measured presence, she specialized in roles as mothers, noblewomen, and authoritarian figures, working with the most prominent directors of the era. Her most notable performances include those in films such as *1860* (1934) by Alessandro Blasetti, *Cavalleria* (1936) by Goffredo Alessandrini, and *Il signor Max* (1937) by Mario Camerini. Her extensive filmography, comprising over seventy films, attests to an intense professional career. Although she did not win any major awards, her primary recognition was the consistent esteem of critics and industry professionals, who valued her great reliability and professionalism, making her a familiar and indispensable face in Italian cinema of that period.