Enzo Petito
Biography
Enzo Petito, also known as Vincenzo Squatriti, was an Italian film and stage character actor. Born in Naples, Italy on July 24, 1897, he lived until July 17, 1967, passing away at the age of 69. Petito was a theatre actor under Eduardo De Filippo during the 1950s at the Teatro San Ferdinando of Naples, maintaining a close professional association with him. He also appeared in several films alongside Eduardo and his brother Peppino De Filippo. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, Petito played minor roles in commedia all'Italiana movies directed by filmmakers such as Dino Risi and Mario Monicelli, frequently appearing alongside actors including Nino Manfredi, Alberto Sordi, and Peppino De Filippo. His career on screen encompassed twenty known acting credits.
Career overview
Enzo Petito was an Italian film and stage character actor born in Naples, Italy on July 24, 1897. He passed away on July 17, 1967 at the age of 69. Also known by the name Vincenzo Squatriti, Petito built a known career with twenty acting credits recorded on the Movie Database.
During the 1950s, Petito worked as a theatre actor under Eduardo De Filippo at the Teatro San Ferdinando of Naples. He was closely associated professionally with Eduardo De Filippo and appeared in several of his films. These film appearances frequently featured Eduardo De Filippo and his brother Peppino De Filippo, who are regarded as among the greatest Italian actors of the twentieth century.
In addition to his work with the De Filippo brothers, Petito played minor roles in memorable commedia all'Italiana films directed by figures such as Dino Risi and Mario Monicelli during the late 1950s and early 1960s. In these films, he often appeared alongside prominent actors including Nino Manfredi, Alberto Sordi, Peppino De Filippo, and Anna Maria Ferrero.
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Full Filmography
20 titles- Sacred Silence (1996)
- The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966) as Storekeeper
- Me, Me, Me... and the Others (1966)
- Made in Italy (1965) as The Usher (segment "4 'Cittadini, stato e chiesa', episode 1")
- Night Train to Milan (1962) as Un barbone
- Roaring Years (1962) as ingegnere del circolo
- The Four Monks (1962) as Padre guardiano
- Christmas at the Cupiello House (1962) as Pasquale
- Filumena Marturano (1962)
- The Last Judgment (1961)
- Gold of Rome (1961) as Usuraio
- He Who Hesitates Is Lost (1960) as Napoleone, l'usciere
- The Widower (1959) as Fritzmayer
- Il medico dei pazzi (1959)
- Tre calzoni fortunati (1959)
- Sogno di una notte di mezza sbornia (1959) as Giovanni
- We will get married in Capri (1956) as commissario
- Poverty and Nobility (1954) as Don Gioacchino
- Siamo tutti inquilini (1953) as Affittuario di Anna
- A Coperchia è caduta una stella (1933)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Enzo Petito best known for?
Enzo Petito is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966), Night Train to Milan (1962), Roaring Years (1962), The Widower (1959).
When and where was Enzo Petito born?
Enzo Petito was born on July 24, 1897 in Naples, Italy. They passed away on July 17, 1967.
How many credits does Enzo Petito have?
Enzo Petito has accumulated over 20 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1933 to 1996.
What is Enzo Petito's background in cinema and television?
Enzo Petito, also known as Vincenzo Squatriti, was an Italian film and stage character actor. Born in Naples, Italy on July 24, 1897, he lived until July 17, 1967, passing away at the age of 69. Petito was a theatre actor under Eduardo De Filippo during the 1950s at the Teatro San Ferdinando of Naples, maintaining a cl...