Giovanni Grimaldi

Giovanni Grimaldi

Deceased · Born: Nov 14, 1917 · Died: Feb 25, 2001

Personal Details

BornNov 14, 1917 Catania, Sicily, Italy

Biography

Giovanni Grimaldi, a virtuosic and multifaceted creative genius in the realm of Italian cinema, launched his illustrious and storied career in the year 1952, leaving an enduring and profound impact on the industry with his extraordinary and unparalleled screenwriting abilities.

The illustrious career of Grimaldi, a master of the written word, was marked by a plethora of cinematic achievements, as his remarkable penmanship proved to be a highly sought-after commodity in the film industry. In collaboration with the illustrious Bruno Corbucci, Grimaldi's artistic talents were showcased in a multitude of successful movies, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and skilled creative force.

Noted film director Grimaldi's artistic vision and creative genius were exemplified through his work on two significant cinematic productions, specifically the 1968 releases "Brutti di notte" and "I 2 deputati", which effectively demonstrated his remarkable talent for crafting captivating narratives that enthralled and mesmerized audiences worldwide.

The multifaceted and illustrious body of work crafted by the renowned filmmaker, Grimaldi, has garnered widespread acclaim for its profound and lasting impact on the realm of Italian comedy and genre cinema, thereby cementing his status as a pivotal and iconic figure within the country's storied cinematic legacy.

Giovanni Grimaldi's indelible mark on the world of cinema continues to reverberate across the globe, as his remarkable legacy has become a beacon of inspiration for a new wave of talented filmmakers, poised to make their own lasting impacts on the industry.

Career

1966
4 Dollars of Revenge
4 Dollars of Revenge as Story, Screenplay
1964
Castle of Blood
Castle of Blood as Story, Screenplay
1963
Gli onorevoli
Gli onorevoli as Story, Screenplay
Totò e Cleopatra
Totò e Cleopatra as Screenplay
The Shortest Day
The Shortest Day as Screenplay
1960
Chi si ferma è perduto
Chi si ferma è perduto as Story, Screenplay
1966
Johnny Colt
Johnny Colt as Director, Story, Screenplay