Piero Natoli
ActingAbout Piero Natoli
Piero Natoli (1947 – 2001) was an Italian actor, director and screenwriter. A dedicated independent filmmaker for over twenty years (he described himself as "the only legit indie filmmaker in Italy") with little-to-no recognition, he found greater success later in life as a character actor in mainstream comedy films, especially Carlo Verdone's "Compagni di scuola" (1988), Paolo Virzì's "Ferie d'agosto" (1996), and Gabriele Muccino's "The Last Kiss" (2001).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Piero Natoli reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 26 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Piero Natoli'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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Piero Natoli remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Compagni di scuola, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Piero Natoli Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Piero Natoli's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Piero Natoli.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Il mondo è fatto a scale (Frammenti) | Mercurio | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Last Kiss | Michele | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | La banda | Mirko's father | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Le sciamane | Claudia's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Boom | Dante Lombardozzi (segment "Il figlio di Pelè") | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Ecco Fatto | Tassista | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Abbiamo solo fatto l'amore | Simone's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Ladri si diventa | Bruno | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Last New Year's Eve | Vittorio Trodini | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Simpatici & antipatici | Mario Bonfanti | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Stressati | Gino | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Figurine | Italo Donelli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Cresceranno i carciofi a Mimongo | Paolo Baldini | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Intolerance | Manager (segment "La coincidenza") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | August Vacation | Marcello | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Love, Money and Philosophy | Marcello | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Bits & Pieces | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Ladri di cinema | Mercurio | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Quattro figli unici | Moretti | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Gli assassini vanno in coppia | Roberto Ventura | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Affetti speciali | Dr. Sacchetti | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Compagni di scuola | Luca Guglielmi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Chi c'è c'è | Mercurio | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Magic Moments | Marcello | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Commissioner | The young Clerk | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Con... fusione | Piero | Flop | Similar → |
Piero Natoli - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Piero Natoli?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Piero Natoli is "Compagni di scuola" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Piero Natoli acted in?
Piero Natoli has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Piero Natoli?
Other notable films include "Boom", "August Vacation", and "The Last Kiss".