Paolo Favino, a renowned Italian actor, was born in the eternal city of Rome, Italy. Throughout his illustrious career, which spans over three decades, he has had the privilege of appearing in more than forty European films and television series. His extensive filmography includes critically acclaimed movies such as Gabriele Muccino's romantic drama, The Last Kiss, Gianni Amelio's poignant drama, The Keys to the House, Giuseppe Tornatore's captivating mystery, The Unknown Woman, and Ferzan Özpetek's thought-provoking drama, Saturn in Opposition.
In the late 1990s, Favino took on a significant role in the HBO film Excellent Cadavers, an adaptation of Alexander Stille's novel of the same name. This critically acclaimed film showcased Favino's impressive range as an actor. Furthermore, his outstanding performance in the crime film Romanzo Criminale, directed by Michele Placido, earned him the prestigious David di Donatello award in 2006. The David di Donatello is Italy's equivalent of the Academy Award, recognizing Favino's exceptional talent and dedication to his craft.
