Giuliana De Sio - Actor Profile

Giuliana De Sio

Acting
35Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 2, 1956
Birth Place: Salerno, Campania, Italy

About Giuliana De Sio

Giuliana De Sio (Salerno, 2 April 1956) is an Italian actress, winner of two David di Donatello awards. Her first main role was in 1977 RAI TV film Una donna, based on the novel by Sibilla Aleramo. The following year she was given a part in the Rai TV series Le mani sporche (Dirty Hands), alongside Marcello Mastroianni. De Sio was romantically involved for four years with Elio Petri, whom she met during the filming of the series, directed by him. She lived with him until his untimely death in 1982. De Sio had her breakout in 1983, when she starred in Massimo Troisi's Scusate il ritardo and alongside Francesco Nuti in Maurizio Ponzi's The Pool Hustlers, that got her a David di Donatello for Best Actress and a Nastro d'Argento for Best Actress. She won a second David di Donatello for Carlo Lizzani's The Wicked.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Giuliana De Sio reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 35 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Giuliana De Sio's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Giuliana De Sio remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Wicked, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Giuliana De Sio Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Giuliana De Sio's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Giuliana De Sio.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Raqmar Madame Flop Similar →
2024 Per sempre al Massimo - Flop Similar →
2023 Ares Gate: La fabbrica delle illusioni Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2022 Buon Lavoro - Flop Similar →
2017 The Truth About Love Is... Roberta Average Similar →
2014 Roma, Napoli, Venezia... in un crescendo rossiniano Isabella Colbran Flop Similar →
2012 Ci vediamo a casa Madre di Enzo Flop Similar →
2012 Vorrei vederti ballare - Hit Similar →
2011 Il console italiano - Flop Similar →
2010 Francesco Nuti… e vengo da lontano Self Hit Similar →
2006 The Short Night Lara Flop Similar →
2004 A luci spente Elena Monti Average Similar →
2002 Ti voglio bene Eugenio Elena Hit Similar →
2000 Mary Magdalene Erodiade Average Similar →
1998 Angelo Nero Iris Flop Similar →
1996 Italiani Margherita Average Similar →
1994 The True Life of Antonio H. - Super Hit Similar →
1992 Per non dimenticare - Flop Similar →
1992 Centro storico Sandra Flop Similar →
1991 The Wicked Emilia Super Hit Similar →
1990 Feu sur le candidat Alix/Clara Flop Similar →
1988 What if Gargiulo Finds Out? Teresa Capece Flop Similar →
1987 Private Affairs Nagra Flop Similar →
1987 I picari Rosario, the prostitute Average Similar →
1986 Let's Hope It's a Girl Franca Hit Similar →
1985 Casablanca, Casablanca Chiara Average Similar →
1984 Uno scandalo perbene Giulia Canella Flop Similar →
1984 One Hundred Days in Palermo Emanuela Setti Carraro Hit Similar →
1983 The Pool Hustlers Chiara Hit Similar →
1983 Sorry for the Delay Anna Super Hit Similar →
1982 Chopin Marta Vitale Flop Similar →
1979 Hypochondriac Angelica Average Similar →
1979 Rue du Pied de Grue Luisa Flop Similar →
1976 San Pasquale Baylonne, Protector of Women Cesira Flop Similar →
N/A Nel tepore del ballo - Flop Similar →

Giuliana De Sio - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Giuliana De Sio?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Giuliana De Sio is "The Wicked" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Giuliana De Sio acted in?

Giuliana De Sio has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Giuliana De Sio?

Other notable films include "Sorry for the Delay", "The True Life of Antonio H.", and "Ti voglio bene Eugenio".