Guido Alberti

Guido Alberti was an Italian-American actor best known for his roles in 8½, La Califfa, and Casanova ’70. He had a notable presence in both Italian and international cinema.

Personal and Family Life

Guido Alberti was born on April 20, 1909, in Benevento, Italy. He was the son of industrialist Ugo Alberti. In 1953, he married Lucia Alberti, and they remained together until her death in 1995.

Career

Guido began his acting career later in life, achieving recognition for his unique presence and versatility in a wide range of genres. He became renowned for taking on authoritative roles, such as priests, bishops, and police officials. Throughout his career, he worked with major directors, including Federico Fellini and Francesco Rosi.

Death and Legacy

Guido Alberti passed away on August 3, 1996, in Rome, just days before his 87th birthday. He is remembered for his contributions to cinema and as a character actor who made a significant impact, stealing scenes in both minor and major roles.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
1963-02-14 Pace, the Producer
La Califfa 1970-12-31 Il monsignore
Casanova ’70 1965-06-15 Monsignore
El verdugo 1963-08-31 Director de la prisión
Deux hommes dans la ville 1973-10-24 Boss of the printing house
Il Decameron 1971-08-25 Musciatto, Wealthy Merchant
Il giustiziere sfida la città 1975-08-16 Billiard Salon Owner
Che? 1972-12-07 Priest
Tony Arzenta 1973-08-23 Don Mariano
Le mani sulla città 1963-10-11 Maglione
Napoli violenta 1976-08-07 Il questore
Spara forte, più forte, non capisco 1966-10-26 Pasquale Cimmaruta
Il testimone deve tacere 1974-05-15 Il questore
La mano spietata della legge 1973-03-11 Prof. Palmieri
Saving Grace 1986-05-02 Cardinal Augusto Morante
Philadelphia Story 1974-10-04 Zio Willy
Valentina 1989-09-29 Tristan Brancusi