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Main Subject: Christian De Sica
Key Points:
* Birthday & Recent Work: Recently turned 74, just finished celebrating the success of “Cortina Express,” and is preparing to direct and star in “Fannulloni” (based on a book by Marco Lodoli).
* lifestyle: No longer skis, prefers the sea (but doesn’t wear a swimsuit anymore), still rides his Vespa to stay connected to current trends and visit his daughter.
* Family: Became a grandfather a year and a half ago to bianca, with whom he enjoys spending time.
* Relationship with Carlo Verdone: His brother-in-law (married to Carlo’s sister).They traveled together on their honeymoons because Carlo was afraid to fly alone. He acknowledges Verdone seems more melancholic lately.
* “Retirement”: He receives a small pension but loves his work too much to fully retire. He considers acting the ”most lovely job in the world.”
* Comedy & Colleagues: He appreciates comedians like Max Tortora, Massimo Boldi, Carlo Verdone, Lillo, Emanuela Fanelli, Angela Finocchiaro, and Paola Minaccioni.He notes that traditionally, very beautiful women aren’t known for comedy.
* Paola Cortellesi: He praises her as a brilliant actress, comparing her to Monica Vitti.He also notes the increasing support for female directors in film funding.
Other Details:
* He has made 115 films as an actor.
* The article appeared in the Italian publication Il Messaggero.
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