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Clara Calamai - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 07, 1909 |
|---|---|
| Birthplace | Prato, Tuscany, Italy |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Clara Calamai's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Leading roles in Italian films, especially in 'Ossessione' (1943) and 'The Adulteress' (1946). |
Intro
Clara Calamai was an Italian actress prominent during the 1930s and 1940s, particularly known for her work in Italian cinema, most notably for her role in Luchino Visconti's 'Ossessione' (1943), a foundational film in the Italian neorealist movement.
Early Life & Background
Clara Calamai was born in Prato, Tuscany, in 1909. She began studying acting early and made her cinema debut in the early 1930s, quickly rising to prominence in Italian cinema.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Giovanna in Luchino Visconti's 'Ossessione' (1943), considered a landmark of Italian neorealism.
- Became one of Italy’s leading actresses of the 1940s, working with major directors of the era.
- Won critical acclaim for her performance in 'The Adulteress' (1946), earning the Nastro d'Argento award for Best Actress.
- Performed notable roles in films such as 'La cena delle beffe' (1942) and later appeared in Dario Argento's 'Deep Red' (1975).
Trivia
- Clara Calamai's brief topless scene in 'La cena delle beffe' (1942) is considered one of the earliest topless scenes in Italian cinema.
- She initially retired in the 1950s but returned for a memorable role in Dario Argento's 'Deep Red' (1975).
FAQs
People also ask
When was Clara Calamai born?
Clara Calamai was born the 7 September 1909.
Where is Clara Calamai from?
Prato, Tuscany, Italy.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 7th, 1909, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 7, 1909, Eugene Lefebvre became the first airplane pilot to be killed in a plane crash. He was flying at Port-Aviation (often called "Juvisy Airfield") at Viry-Châtillon in France when his plane suddenly tilted downward and struck the ground with great violence.
- Day of the week: September 7th, 1909 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: She is My Daisy by Harry Lauder
- Popular movie: The Life of Moses directed by J. Stuart Blackton
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