Valentina Cortese

Valentina Cortese carved a distinguished career in international cinema, transitioning from early Italian ingenue roles to captivating performances in Hollywood thrillers like 'Thieves' Highway' and 'The House on Telegraph Hill.' Her versatility shone as she collaborated with titans of European cinema, including Michelangelo Antonioni and Federico Fellini. Cortese achieved... more critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for her poignant portrayal of a fading star in François Truffaut's 'Day for Night.' Throughout her career, she balanced her cinematic work with a significant stage presence, solidifying her legacy as a formidable and multifaceted artist. less