Monica Vitti
ActingAbout Monica Vitti
Monica Vitti (3 November 1931 – 2 February 2022) was an Italian actress best known for her starring roles in films directed by Michelangelo Antonioni during the early-to-mid 1960s. After working with Antonioni, Vitti changed focus and began making comedies, working with director Mario Monicelli on many films. She appeared with Marcello Mastroianni, Alain Delon, Richard Harris, Terence Stamp, Michael Caine, and Dirk Bogarde.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Monica Vitti reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Monica Vitti's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 42% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Monica Vitti remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in We Are Cinema, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Monica Vitti Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Monica Vitti's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Monica Vitti.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Belmondo: The Incorrigible | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | We Are Cinema | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Vitti d'arte, Vitti d'amore | Archive footage | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Jeanne Moreau: Free Spirit | Self - Actress (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Monica Vitti, une étoile dans la nuit | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | 1960 | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Michelangelo Antonioni: The Eye That Changed Cinema | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Farewell to Enrico Berlinguer | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Return to Lisca Bianca Island | Claudia (voice) (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Flirt | Laura | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | I Know That You Know That I Know | Livia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Unfaithfully Yours | Renata Adorni / Grazia Siriani | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Mystery of Oberwald | The Queen | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Tango of Jealousy | Lucia | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Hotel Room | Flaminia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | I Don't Understand You Anymore | Luisa Malpieri | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | My Loves | Anna Lisa Bianchi | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | State Reasons | Angela Ravelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | L'altra metà del cielo | Susanna Maccaluso | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Keep It To Yourself! | Amanda / Lia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Duck in Orange Sauce | Lisa | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Blonde in Black Leather | Miele | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Midnight Pleasures | Tina Candela | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Phantom of Liberty | Mrs. Foucault | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Stardust | Dea Dani | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Teresa the Thief | Teresa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | La Tosca | Floria Tosca | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Orders are Orders | Giorgia | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | That's How We Women Are | la suonatrice di piatti, Zoe, Annunziata, Teresa, Alberta, Eliana, Katherine, Erika, Palmira, Agata, Laura, Fulvia | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Superwitness | Isolina Pantò | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Pacifist | Barbara | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Couples | Adele / Giulia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | A Drama of Jealousy (and other things) | Adelaide | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Help Me, My Love | Raffaella Macchiavelli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Scarlet Lady | Eva | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Girl with a Pistol | Assunta Patanè | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Kill Me Quick, I'm Cold | Giovanna | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | I Married You for Fun | Giuliana | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Modesty Blaise | Modesty Blaise | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Queens | Sabina ("Fata Sabina") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Antonioni: Documents and Testimonials | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Dolls | Giovanna (segment "La Minestra") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Flying Saucer | Dolores | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Red Desert | Giuliana | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | High Infidelity | Gloria | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Nutty, Naughty Chateau | Éléonore | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | L'Eclisse | Vittoria | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | La Notte | Valentina Gherardini | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | L'Avventura | Claudia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Third | Ofelia Granelli | Flop | Similar → |
Monica Vitti - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Monica Vitti?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Monica Vitti is "We Are Cinema" with a rating of 9.5/10.
How many movies has Monica Vitti acted in?
Monica Vitti has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Monica Vitti?
Other notable films include "Michelangelo Antonioni: The Eye That Changed Cinema", "Belmondo: The Incorrigible", and "Monica Vitti, une étoile dans la nuit".