British actress Rhona Mitra finds peace in Uruguay after Hollywood trauma
British actress Rhona Mitra, known for roles in 'Boston Legal', 'Sweet Home Alabama', and as the original Lara Croft, left Hollywood due to trauma, ill health, and the toxic environment of the American entertainment industry. Now based in Uruguay, she runs a horse sanctuary where she rehabilitates and rewilds horses. Mitra, 49, explains that Los Angeles functions as a 'machine that runs on sales' that abuses and pillages individuals. She has since carved out a new life in Uruguay, focusing on healing, survival, and environmental awareness. Her recent film 'Red Sonja' is released this week, and she emphasizes the importance of relearning relationships with nature and animals. Mitra was born in London to an Irish mother and Indian father, and she left the US after being denied re-entry due to her surname's religious significance in Iran. She describes a transformative horseback dream where she learned to listen and overcome fear, leading her to establish a sanctuary with 35 horses.