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Bernardo Bertolucci

Bernardo Bertolucci - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 16, 1941
Age85
BirthplaceParma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Zodiac SignPisces - (see also Bernardo Bertolucci's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacSnake
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForFilm director and screenwriter, known for 'The Last Emperor,' 'Last Tango in Paris,' and 'The Conformist'

Intro

Bernardo Bertolucci was an acclaimed Italian film director and screenwriter, renowned for his visually stunning and thematically provocative films. He is best known for works such as 'Last Tango in Paris' and 'The Last Emperor,' which won him multiple Academy Awards.

Early Life & Background

Bernardo Bertolucci was born into a cultured family; his father, Attilio Bertolucci, was a prominent poet and film critic. Raised in an intellectually stimulating environment in Parma, Bertolucci developed an early interest in literature and cinema before attending the University of Rome, where he began his film career as an assistant to Pier Paolo Pasolini.

Career Highlights

  • Directed 'The Conformist' (1970), a critically acclaimed political drama.
  • Achieved international fame with 'Last Tango in Paris' (1972), starring Marlon Brando.
  • Directed 'The Last Emperor' (1987), which won nine Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director.
  • Became known for ambitious, visually distinctive films and tackling controversial themes.
  • Awarded a Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice Film Festival in 2007.

Trivia

  • Was the youngest person at the time to win the Academy Award for Best Director (at age 46).
  • Worked with several renowned actors including Marlon Brando, Maria Schneider, and John Lone.
  • Known for frequent collaborations with cinematographer Vittorio Storaro.
  • His films often explore themes of politics, sexuality, and identity.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Bernardo Bertolucci?

Bernardo Bertolucci is 85 years old.

When was Bernardo Bertolucci born?

Bernardo Bertolucci was born the 16 March 1941.

Where is Bernardo Bertolucci from?

Parma, Emilia-Romagna, Italy.

On His Birth-Day

About March 16th, 1941, in brief:

  • Historical events: On March 16, 1941, the British government issued a call for women to join the workforce to support the war effort. This initiative aimed to fill labor shortages as men were conscripted into military service.
  • Day of the week: March 16th, 1941 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Sergeant York directed by Howard Hawks

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernardo_Bertolucci
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Bernardo-Bertolucci
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000919/