Alfredo Bracchi

Italian songwriter and screenwriter.

Alfredo Bracchi - Italian songwriter and screenwriter.
Born

December 30th, 1897
127 years ago

Died

October 11th, 1976
48 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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Contributed significantly to Italian cinema and music during the early to mid-20th century. Wrote scripts for several films and composed numerous popular songs that became part of Italy's musical heritage. Collaborated with notable directors and musicians, leaving a lasting influence on the artistic landscape of the time.

Composed the song 'Mamma'

Wrote screenplays for films including 'Rigoletto'

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