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“Often referred to as La Lupa, Anna Magnani was one of the greatest Italian actresses of the 20th century. Her given epithet (literally translating to she-wolf, or more specifically, Lupa the wolf who helped found Rome) is a testament to her legendary status. Her unforgettable contribution to Italian cinema was instrumental in bringing a mode of cinematic realism. She was noted for playing real-life, gritty characters. Forgoing glamorous parts in favor of down-to-earth, complicated women, Magnani made a name for herself in films like Rome Open City (1945), Mamma Roma (1951) and Bellissima (1962).
Not many actors possess the conviction and self-knowledge to make audiences instinctively believe the parts they are playing. However, critics have long noted her natural screen and st”
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