
Gianni Canova
ActingAbout Gianni Canova
Gianni Canova is one of Italy's most important and famous film critics. He's known for creating and directing film magazines like "Duel" and "Duellanti". He wrote cinema essays for a number of journals like Rolling Stone, Vogue, Segnocinema, Corriere della Sera, La Voce, Il Sole 24 Ore. He worked in television on MTV, Telepiù, Netsystem, My-TV and he's a TV host for Sky Cinema. Meanwhile he's a professor of cinema at IULM University both in the bachelor's degrees and the master's degrees, since 2018 he's also the dean of the university. In the past he taught cinema at "Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia" and Università Bocconi. He's also part of the council of MiBACT (italian Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities) and from 2002 to 2014 he was the curator of several multi-medial exhibitions, mostly at the "Triennale di Milano".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gianni Canova reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Gianni Canova's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gianni Canova remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in About Max, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gianni Canova Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gianni Canova's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gianni Canova.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Attitudini: Nessuna | Sé stesso | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | About Max | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Goodbye Marilyn | Journalist (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Those I met may not have seen me | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Viaggio nel cinema in 3D: Una storia vintage | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Burning Love | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Day of the Two Holy Popes | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | 27 aprile Racconto di un evento | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | La visione romantica | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Istintobrass | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Scerbanenco Noir | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Like Life - Private Stories of Italian Film Critics | - | Flop | Similar → |
Gianni Canova - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gianni Canova?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gianni Canova is "About Max" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Gianni Canova acted in?
Gianni Canova has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gianni Canova?
Other notable films include "Attitudini: Nessuna", "Burning Love", and "Istintobrass".




