Considered one of the greatest actors in the history of Italian cinema, Sordi starred in more than 150 films. Well known and beloved he received numerous awards and recognitions during his career. Sordi started acting in films in 1937, when he participated as an extra in the film ‘Il signor Max’. However, his career did not take off immediately and he had to wait until the 1950s to get his first important roles. During these years, Sordi worked with some of the most important directors of Italian cinema, such as Federico Fellini, Vittorio De Sica and Dino Risi.

Sordi’s success came in the 60s, when he played some of his most famous roles. Such as that of the accountant Ugo Fantozzi in the film series ‘Fantozzi’, and that of Commissioner Taviani in the film series ‘Il commissario’. Thanks to his versatility and his ability to play both comic and dramatic characters, Sordi became one of the most loved actors by Italian audiences.

Additionally, to his work as an actor, Sordi was a prolific director and screenwriter. Directing some highly successful films such as ‘Un italiano in America’ and ‘Il maestro di Vigevano’. Thanks to his versatility and creativity, Sordi managed to create a unique and inimitable cinematic oeuvre, which influenced many subsequent directors and actors.

Despite his death in 2003, Alberto Sordi continues to be an icon of Italian cinema for many generations of actors and directors. His ability to portray the everyday life of Italians with irony and intelligence made his films immortal. Thus contributing to make Sordi one of the greatest artists in the history of italian cinema.

Overall, Alberto Sordi was an actor, director and screenwriter of great talent, who was able to recount uniquely, the daily life of Italians. Thanks to his art, Sordi left an indelible mark on the history of Italian cinema, and still continues to be a point of reference for a moltitude people around the world.

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