Biagio Proietti

An underappreciated maestro of Italian cinema, Biagio Proietti was born in 1940 in Rome, Italy, and has been active in the industry for over five decades. Known for his work predominantly in comedy and drama genres, he has handed down several memorable films including "Febbre da Cavallo" and "Il Giorno del Cobra." Although not a regular on the international awards circuit, his work is distinguished by deep and nuanced character development, and a particular talent for blending humor with poignant social commentary. Above all, Proietti is a man of remarkable resilience and creativity, constantly pushing the boundaries of cinematic storytelling in his own understated way.