One of the best character actors in the Italian film production; he has always distinguished himself thanks to his professionalism, eclecticism and perfectionism. He was born in Milan on September 14th 1939. His performing debut was brilliant; he worked with the Taviani Brothers in Sotto il segno dello scorpione. He was directed by Marco Bellocchio in Nel nome del padre in 1972 and then by the Taviani Brothers again in San Michele aveva un gallo.



