Pupi Avati, born in Bologna in 1938, embarked on a journey that would shape his life and artistic endeavors. Following his formal education at the University of Florence, where he studied Political Science, Avati began his professional career at a frozen food company. Concurrently, he nurtured a deep passion for jazz, which eventually led him to become a skilled clarinetist.
In the latter half of the 1950s, Avati co-founded the Doctor Dixie Jazz Band, a group that shared the stage with none other than the renowned Lucio Dalla. Initially, Avati aspired to make a living as a professional musician, but as he delved deeper into the world of music, he came to realize that his talents lay elsewhere.
The mid-1960s marked a pivotal moment in Avati's life, as he became enamored with the cinematic world after witnessing Federico Fellini's masterpiece, 8½. This film's portrayal of the director's role resonated deeply with Avati, ultimately inspiring him to dedicate his life to the art of filmmaking.
