Adriano Aprà was an Italian actor and film historian, best known for his work in films such as “Dillinger è morto,” “The Seed of Man,” and “Fortini/Cani.” He was recognized as a key figure in film criticism and education in Italy, contributing significantly to the understanding of cinema.
Personal and Family Life
Adriano Aprà was born on November 18, 1940, in Rome, Italy. He had a brother, Pierluigi Aprà, who was also an actor. Adriano spent much of his career in Italy, where he became well-known in the film community for both his performances and his critical work.
Career
Aprà began his career by writing for film magazines like “Filmcritica” and co-founding “Cinema e Film,” both important publications in Italian cinema. He directed his first feature film in 1970 and worked on numerous documentaries, becoming a well-respected figure in film history. He also taught film aesthetics at a university in Rome and led the Italian Cineteca Nazionale, further influencing the preservation of Italy’s film heritage.
Death and Legacy
Adriano Aprà passed away on April 15, 2024, in Rome. His contributions to film criticism and education have left a lasting impact on Italian cinema. He is remembered not only for his acting roles but also for his dedication to analyzing and preserving film history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Fortini/Cani | 1977-11-30 | |
| Les yeux ne veulent pas en tout temps se fermer, ou Peut-être qu’un jour Rome se permettra de choisir à son tour | 1971-01-13 | Othon |
| La balena di Rossellini | 2010-04-26 | |
| L’età d’oro | 2016-04-07 | sè stesso |
| Il seme dell’uomo | 1969-09-27 | |
| Questione di cuore | 2009-04-17 | medico di Alberto |
| Dillinger è morto | 1969-01-24 | Cinema critic |
| Umano Non Umano | 1969-05-07 | Self |
| Trapianto, consunzione e morte di Franco Brocani – Dedalo ’69 | 1969-01-01 | |
| Sassi nello Stagno | 2016-12-27 | |
| Glauber, Claro | 2020-10-22 | Self |
| Poltrone Rosse – Parma e il cinema | 2014-07-24 | Self |
| Satellite | 1968-01-01 | |
| Amore e rabbia | 1969-05-29 | Clerk (segment “Agonia”) |
| Il était une fois… « Rome, ville ouverte » | 2006-05-27 | Self |
| Marco Melani – The Man With The Golden Eye | 2021-12-09 | |
| Ritratto di Piero Bargellini | 2005-12-26 | |
| I Am Not God But I Am Michelangelo Antonioni | Self | |
| Un film et son époque | 2003-05-17 | Self |