1. Overview
Stefano Dionisi is a prominent Italian actor born in Rome in 1966. Over his career, which began in 1986, he has appeared in more than sixty films. He is widely recognized for his acclaimed portrayal of the 18th-century Italian castrato opera singer Farinelli in the biographical film of the same name.
2. Early Life and Career
2.1. Birth and Place of Origin
Stefano Dionisi was born on October 1, 1966, in Rome, Italy.
2.2. Debut and Career Beginnings
Dionisi began his acting career in 1986, making his film debut that year. Since then, he has established a prolific career, performing in over sixty films across various genres.
3. Acting Career
3.1. Notable Performances
Among Stefano Dionisi's most notable performances is his leading role as the celebrated 18th-century Italian castrato opera singer Farinelli (Carlo Broschi) in the 1994 film Farinelli. This portrayal is considered one of his most iconic and widely recognized works. Other significant roles include Giacomo in Sleepless, András Aradi in Gloomy Sunday, and Flavio in Bambola. He also played Daniele in The Truce and Luca in The Loss of Sexual Innocence. In television, he notably portrayed Pharaoh in the 1995 TV movie Joseph and Antonio Vivaldi in Antonio Vivaldi, un prince à Venise.
3.2. Filmography
Stefano Dionisi has appeared in numerous films and television movies throughout his career.
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | L'amore fa male | Aldo | |
| 2008 | Blood of the Losers | Kurt | |
| 2007 | Family Game | Vittorio | |
| 2007 | Era mio fratello | Sante Palmisano | TV movie |
| 2007 | Antonio Vivaldi, un prince à Venise | Antonio Vivaldi | |
| 2005 | Raul: Straight to Kill | Raul | |
| 2004 | Ovunque sei | Leonardo | |
| 2002 | Ginostra | Giovanni Gigli | |
| 2001 | Sleepless | Giacomo Gallo | |
| 2000 | Johnny the Partisan | Johnny | |
| 1999 | Gloomy Sunday | András Aradi | |
| 1999 | Children of the Century | Pietro Pagello | Also known as Les Enfants du siècle |
| 1999 | The Loss of Sexual Innocence | Luca | |
| 1998 | Shooting the Moon | Roberto | |
| 1997 | The Truce | Daniele | |
| 1996 | Bambola | Flavio | |
| 1996 | The Mysterious Enchanter | Giacomo Vigetti | Also known as L'arcano incantatore |
| 1996 | Sostiene Pereira | Monteiro Rossi | |
| 1995 | Joseph | Pharaoh | TV movie |
| 1994 | Farinelli | Farinelli (Carlo Broschi) | |
| 1994 | Father and Son | Gabriele | |
| 1993 | Mille bolle blu | Antonio | |
| 1993 | The Rebel | Franchino | |
| 1992 | Verso Sud | Eugenio | |
| 1992 | Sabato italiano | Ricky | |
| 1990 | The Secret | Carlo |
4. Evaluation and Impact
Stefano Dionisi's work has contributed significantly to Italian cinema, with his performances often recognized for their depth and intensity. His portrayal of Farinelli, in particular, brought him international acclaim and remains a defining role in his career. His consistent presence in both film and television over several decades underscores his enduring impact and versatility as an actor.
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