Lina Wertmüller - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 14, 1926 |
|---|---|
| Age | 99 |
| Birthplace | Rome, Italy |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Lina Wertmüller's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | First woman nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director; directing films such as 'Seven Beauties', 'Swept Away', and 'Love and Anarchy'. |
Intro
Lina Wertmüller was an acclaimed Italian film director and screenwriter, best known for being the first woman ever nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director. Her provocative, satirical films in the 1970s gained international attention and established her as a major figure in Italian and world cinema.
Early Life & Background
Lina Wertmüller, born Arcangela Felice Assunta Wertmüller von Elgg Spanol von Braueich, grew up in a Swiss-Italian aristocratic family in Rome. She began her career in theatre and puppetry before moving into filmmaking, working as an assistant director to Federico Fellini.
Career Highlights
- Directed 'Seven Beauties' (1975), for which she became the first woman nominated for the Academy Award for Best Director.
- 'Swept Away' (1974) won critical acclaim and brought her international recognition.
- Directed notable films such as 'Love and Anarchy' (1973) and 'The Seduction of Mimi' (1972).
- Received an Honorary Academy Award in 2019 for her contributions to cinema.
Trivia
- Her films often combine comedy and tragedy, featuring strong political and social themes.
- Wertmüller's birth name is one of the longest in cinema history.
- She was awarded the Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic.
FAQs
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Lina Wertmüller is 99 years old.
Lina Wertmüller was born the 14 August 1926.
Rome, Italy.
On Her Birth-Day
About August 14th, 1926, in brief:
- Historical events: René Goscinny, a French comic book writer and editor, was born on August 14, 1926, in Paris, France. He is best known for creating the 'Astérix' comic book series.
- Day of the week: August 14th, 1926 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: But I Do, You Know I Do by Ruth Etting
- Popular movie: The Son of the Sheik directed by George Fitzmaurice
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