Fulvio Lucisano, Italian Film Producer, Dies at 98
On August 18, 2026, the esteemed Italian film producer Fulvio Lucisano passed away at the age of 98. He was born in Rome in 1928 and established Italian International Film in 1958, later founding Lucisano Media Group in 1992, contributing to the film industry for over six decades. Lucisano held the presidency of ANICA from 1998 to 2001. His notable productions include Massimo Troisi's 'Ricomincio da tre', Fausto Brizzi's 'Notte prima degli esami', and Lina Wertmüller's 'Ninfa Plebea', along with various hit comedies from the 2010s. Additionally, he produced the widely acclaimed Rai series 'Mina Settembre'. Following his passing, the Italian film community paid tribute, recognizing his remarkable blend of popular comedies and esteemed dramas.
Key facts
- Fulvio Lucisano died at age 98 on August 18, 2026.
- He produced Massimo Troisi's 'Ricomincio da tre' and Fausto Brizzi's 'Notte prima degli esami'.
- Born in Rome in 1928.
- Founded Italian International Film (IIF) in 1958.
- Founded Lucisano Media Group in 1992.
- Served as president of ANICA from 1998 to 2001.
- Produced films including 'Ninfa Plebea', 'Il grande cocomero', 'Il Tassinaro', two Fantozzi sequels, and 'Tre tigri contro tre tigri'.
- Recent TV work included Rai series 'Mina Settembre' with Serena Rossi.
Entities
Artists
- Fulvio Lucisano
- Massimo Troisi
- Fausto Brizzi
- Lina Wertmüller
- Francesca Archibugi
- Alberto Sordi
- Sergio Corbucci
- Steno
- Massimiliano Bruno
- Paola Cortellesi
- Tiziana Aristarco
- Serena Rossi
- Federica Lucisano
- Paola Lucisano
- Maurizio Brambatti
- Aurelio De Laurentiis
- Giorgio Napolitano
- Alessandro Giuli
Institutions
- Italian International Film
- Lucisano Media Group
- ANICA
- Venice Film Festival
- David di Donatello
- Rai
- ANSA
- Sapienza – Università di Roma
- Istituto Luce
- Documento Film
- Italian International Film (IIF)
- Festival di Venezia
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- Venice
- Latin America