| Marcello Fondato | |
|---|---|
| Born | 8 January 1924 Rome, Italy |
| Died | 13 November 2008 (aged 84) San Felice Circeo |
| Occupation | Screenwriter Film director |
| Years active | 1958 - 2008 |
Marcello Fondato (8 January 1924 – 13 November 2008)[1] was an Italian screenwriter and film director. He wrote for 46 films between 1958 and 1986. He also directed nine films between 1968 and 1986. His 1970 film Ninì Tirabusciò: la donna che inventò la mossa was entered into the 21st Berlin International Film Festival.[2]
He was born in Rome, Italy and died in San Felice Circeo of a cerebral hemorrhage aged 84.