Elsa Martinelli
ActingAbout Elsa Martinelli
Elsa Martinelli (January 30, 1935 – July 8, 2017) was an Italian fashion model and actress. Known for appearing in both European and American films, her popularity peaked in the 1960s when she was considered a formidable rival to "Hollywood Italian imports" Sophia Loren, Gina Lollobrigida and Claudia Cardinale.
Elsa Martinelli Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Elsa Martinelli reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Elsa Martinelli's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 8% of Elsa Martinelli's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Trial, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Elsa Martinelli Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Elsa Martinelli's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Elsa Martinelli has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Il tempo delle mimose | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Italian Kings Of B | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Once Upon a Crime | Carla the Agent | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | I Am an ESP | Carla Razzi | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Red Carnation | Zobeida | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Lion's Share | Annie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Conquest | Inés de Suárez | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | OSS 117 Takes a Vacation | Elsa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | L'amica | Carla Nervi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Katmandu | Martine | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | One on Top of the Other | Jane Bleeker | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Misdeal | Gilberte de Baer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | If It's Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium | Maria, Woman on Venetian Bridge | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Candy | Livia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Madigan's Millions | Vic Shaw | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Belle Starr Story | Belle Starr | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Manon 70 | Annie | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Movie Orgy | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Woman Times Seven | Pretty Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Oldest Profession | Domitilla (segment "Nuits romaines") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Maroc 7 | Claudia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Every Man Is My Enemy | Laureen | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | How I Learned to Love Women | Rallye driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | The 10th Victim | Olga | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | L'Or du duc | Sonia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Diamonds Are Brittle | Juliette | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Hail! Mafia | Sylvia | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Marco the Magnificent | The Woman with the Whip | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | All About Loving | Mathilde | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Rampage | Anna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The V.I.P.s | Gloria Gritti | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Scorched Skin | Rosaria | Flop | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Trial | Hilda | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Hatari! | Anna Maria 'Dallas' D'Allesandro | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Pigeon That Took Rome | Antonella Massimo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | The Menace | Lucile | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Love in Rome | Fulvia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Captain Blood | Gisèle d'Angoulême | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Blood and Roses | Georgia Monteverdi | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | I piaceri del sabato notte | L'indossatrice romana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Big Night | Anna | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Wild Cats on the Beach | Doriana | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Prisoner of the Volga | Mascha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | The Mine | Lucia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Manuela | Manuela Hunt | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Four Girls in Town | Maria Antonelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Donatella | Donatella | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Rice Girl | Elena | Flop | Similar → |
| 1955 | The Indian Fighter | Onahti | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Le Rouge et le Noir | (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Elsa Martinelli - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Elsa Martinelli?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elsa Martinelli is "The Trial" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Elsa Martinelli acted in?
Elsa Martinelli has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Elsa Martinelli?
Other notable films include "Hail! Mafia", "Hatari!", and "The 10th Victim".