Pina Menichelli
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Giuseppa Iolanda Menichelli (10 January 1890 – 29 August 1984), known professionally as Pina Menichelli, was an Italian actress. After a career in theatre and a series of small film roles, Menichelli was launched as a film star when Giovanni Pastrone gave her the lead role in The Fire (1916). Over the next nine years, Menichelli made a series of films, often trading on her image as a diva and on her passionate, decadent eroticism. Menichelli became a global star, and one of the most appreciated actresses in Italian cinema, before her retirement in 1924, aged 34. Since her death, restorations of Menichelli's surviving films have been shown at important film festivals, and her filmography has been re-assembled and re-evaluated by film historians.
Pina Menichelli Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Pina Menichelli reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Pina Menichelli's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of Pina Menichelli'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 Cabiria, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Pina Menichelli Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pina Menichelli's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Pina Menichelli has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Diva Dolorosa | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | La Biondina | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | La donna e l'uomo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | L' ospite sconosciuta | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1923 | La dama de chez Maxim's | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1922 | La seconda moglie | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | L'età critica | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1921 | Il Romanzo di un Giovane Povero | Margherita | Flop | Similar → |
| 1920 | A Woman's Story | Beatrice | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | The Railway Owner | Clara de Beaulieu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1918 | La Moglie di Claudio | Cesarina Ruper | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | La Gemma di Sant'Eremo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Royal Tigress | Countess Natka | Average | Similar → |
| 1916 | The Fire | Poet | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Papà | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | Jenny | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Cajus Julius Caesar | Cleopatra | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | Cabiria | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | Lulu | Lulù | Flop | Similar → |
| 1914 | For Napoleon and France | Rina Larive | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Cinema Tragedy at Carnival Time | Wife | Average | Similar → |
Pina Menichelli - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pina Menichelli?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pina Menichelli is "Cabiria" with a rating of 7.2/10.
How many movies has Pina Menichelli acted in?
Pina Menichelli has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pina Menichelli?
Other notable films include "Diva Dolorosa", "The Fire", and "Papà".