Massimo Girotti

A commanding presence on screen, Massimo Girotti began his film career with auspicious dramatic roles in Italian neorealist masterpieces like Luchino Visconti's 'Obsession' and Roberto Rossellini's 'Desire'. His athletic prowess also saw him excel in heroic turns, notably as Spartacus. While his later career featured more supporting roles, Girotti consistently lent gr... moreavitas to diverse projects, including Pier Paolo Pasolini's 'Teorema' and Bernardo Bertolucci's 'Last Tango in Paris'. He remained a respected figure in cinema until his passing shortly before the release of his final film. less