Goliarda Sapienza was an Italian actress and author born on May 10, 1924, in Catania, Sicily. She is best known for her roles in Fabiola, Times Gone By, and Gli sbandati. She passed away on August 30, 1996, in Gaeta, Lazio, Italy.
Personal and Family Life
Goliarda Sapienza was married twice, first to Francesco Maselli and later to Angelo Pellegrino. She had a rich personal life marked by her passion for literature and film. Sapienza’s works gained recognition posthumously, establishing her as a significant figure in literature.
Death and Legacy
Goliarda Sapienza died on August 30, 1996, after a fall in Gaeta, Lazio. Her passing marked the end of a vibrant career in both acting and writing. Today, she is remembered not only as an actress but also as an important author, with her works continuing to inspire readers.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fabiola | 1949 | Cecilia | 6.5 |
| It’s Forever Springtime | 1950 | Maria Antonia (voice, uncredited) | 6.4 |
| Behind Closed Shutters | 1951 | La prostituta religiosa | 6.4 |
| Times Gone By | 1952 | Anna (segment “La morsa”) | 6.4 |
| Love in the City | 1953 | Caterina (voice, uncredited) | 6.5 |
| Senso | 1954 | Una patriota al teatro (uncredited) | 7.4 |
| Ulysses | 1954 | Eurimione (uncredited) | 6.6 |
| Gli sbandati | 1955 | Lucia’s aunt | 6.9 |
| The Doll That Took the Town | 1957 | Lilliana Attenni (voice, uncredited) | 6.1 |
| Lettera aperta a un giornale della sera | 1970 | Goliarda – ex moglie du Saverio | 6.4 |