Nando Cicero

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Biography

Fernando Cicero, better known as Nando Cicero (22 January 1931 – 30 July 1995), was an Italian film director, screenwriter and actor. Born in Asmara, Cicero debuted as an actor, working with directors such as Luchino Visconti (Senso, 1953), Roberto Rossellini (Vanina Vanini, 1961), Francesco Rosi (Salvatore Giuliano, 1962) and Alberto Lattuada (The Steppe, 1962). He starred in eleven films between 1953 and 1962, always in supporting roles. After his directorial debut with Lo scippo he directed three Spaghetti Western films ( Professionals for a Massacre, Last of the Badmen, and Twice a Judas). From 1970 he focused on comedy genre, directing some parody films starred by Franco and Ciccio. Starting with The School Teacher Cicero established himself as one of the most important and successful directors of the commedia sexy all'italiana film genre. Following the decline of the genre, he retired in 1983; his last film was Paulo Roberto Cotechino, starring Alvaro Vitali and Carmen Russo.

Career Overview

Nando Cicero has 40 screen credits in a career dating back to 1954. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently La liceale - Collezione with 1 titles. Signature works include The Soldier with Great Maneuvers, Long Live the Seal, The Nurse on a Military Tour. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Directing
Gender
male
Known Credits
40
Birth Date
1931-01-22 00:00:00
Birth Place
Asmara, Eritrea

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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