Sky Arte documentary marks Nino Manfredi's centenary
On March 22, 2021, Sky Arte premiered 'Uno, nessuno, cento Nino,' a documentary by Luca Manfredi celebrating the 100th anniversary of his father, Nino Manfredi's birth. This film incorporates an unreleased interview conducted prior to Manfredi's passing, alongside cherished recollections from his family, including his wife Erminia, daughters Roberta and Giovanna, and his grandchildren. Contributions from friends and colleagues such as Elio Germano, Edoardo Leo, Massimo Ghini, and others are included. The documentary features a variety of archival materials, including home videos, film clips, television series, theater performances, commercials, and the song 'Tanto pe' canta' by Ettore Petrolini from Sanremo, illustrating Manfredi's evolution from a spirited child in Ciociaria to a renowned actor who overcame tuberculosis to become a symbol of postwar Italian cinema.
Key facts
- Nino Manfredi was born Saturnino Manfredi on March 22, 1921 in Ciociaria, Italy.
- Documentary 'Uno, nessuno, cento Nino' aired on Sky Arte on March 22, 2021.
- The film was written and directed by his son Luca Manfredi.
- It includes an unpublished interview with Nino Manfredi recorded years before his death.
- Contributors include family members Erminia, Roberta, Giovanna, and grandchildren.
- Friends and colleagues such as Elio Germano, Edoardo Leo, Massimo Ghini, Nancy Brilli, Enrico Brignano, Johnny Dorelli, Walter Veltroni, Massimo Wertmüller, and Lino Banfi appear.
- Archival materials span from the 1950s including films, TV, theater, musicals, commercials, and songs.
- Manfredi studied at the Silvio d'Amico Academy of Dramatic Arts and became a leading postwar Italian actor.
Entities
Artists
- Nino Manfredi
- Luca Manfredi
- Elio Germano
- Edoardo Leo
- Massimo Ghini
- Nancy Brilli
- Enrico Brignano
- Johnny Dorelli
- Walter Veltroni
- Massimo Wertmüller
- Lino Banfi
- Ettore Petrolini
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- Silvio d'Amico Academy of Dramatic Arts
- Artribune
Locations
- Ciociaria
- Italy
- Roma
- Sanremo