Franco Giraldi
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Franco Giraldi (11 July 1931 – 2 December 2020) was an Italian director and screenwriter. Born in Komen , Giraldi spent his childhood and adolescence between the Carso, Trieste and Gorizia. During the Second World War , still in minor age, he helped the Italian partisans. His first professional contact with the world of cinema was as a film critic from the pages of the newspaper L'Unità. Later Giraldi had the opportunity to work as assistant director of, among others, Gillo Pontecorvo, Giuseppe De Santis, Sergio Corbucci and Sergio Leone . Shortly after his work with Leone in A Fistful of Dollars Giraldi directed his first Spaghetti Western, Seven Guns for the MacGregors , released in 1966. After four westerns, in which he used the pseudonyms of Frank Garfield and Frank Prestand, in 1968 Giraldi directed his first film with his real name, the commedia all'italiana La bambolona . After some other comedies he dedicated himself to literary adaptations.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Franco Giraldi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Franco Giraldi'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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Franco Giraldi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Sergio Leone: The Way I See Things, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Franco Giraldi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Franco Giraldi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Franco Giraldi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | L'ultimo gattopardo - Ritratto di Goffredo Lombardo | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Sergio Leone: The Way I See Things | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Western all'italiana | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Italian Kings Of B | Self | Average | Similar → |
Franco Giraldi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Franco Giraldi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Franco Giraldi is "Sergio Leone: The Way I See Things" with a rating of 9.6/10.
How many movies has Franco Giraldi acted in?
Franco Giraldi has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Franco Giraldi?
Other notable films include "L'ultimo gattopardo - Ritratto di Goffredo Lombardo", "Italian Kings Of B", and "Western all'italiana".