Paolo Taviani

Italian film director and screenwriter

Paolo Taviani - Italian film director and screenwriter
Born

November 8th, 1931
93 years ago

Died

2024
1 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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A prominent figure in Italian cinema, contributed to film through direction and screenwriting. Collaborated with brother Vittorio Taviani to form a renowned partnership. Gained recognition for the film 'Padre Padrone', which won the Palme d'Or at the 1977 Cannes Film Festival. Also directed 'The Night of the Shooting Stars', which received critical acclaim. Continued to influence Italian film with a unique narrative style and social themes.

Directed 'Padre Padrone', Palme d'Or winner

Directed 'The Night of the Shooting Stars'

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