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A new drama profiles the career of Italian actress Anna Magnani whose naturalist acting would be the driving force for many Italian classic films, becoming the first Italian actress to win a best actress award at the Academy Awards.

Magnani would be remembered for her performances in neo-realistic classics like Rome Open City, Bellissima, and dramatic roles such as L’Amour and her career defining performance as Mamma Roma. 

Stephen Hill asked University of Melbourne's Elisabetta Ferrara about the career of one Italy’s most popular actors.

A new drama profiles the career of Italian actress Anna Magnani whose naturalist acting would be the driving force for many Italian classic films, becoming the first Italian actress to win a best actress award at the Academy Awards.
Magnani would be remembered for her performances in neo-realistic classics like&nbsp;Rome Open City, Bellissima,&nbsp;and dramatic roles such as&nbsp;L&rsquo;Amour and her career defining performance as&nbsp;Mamma Roma.&nbsp;
Stephen Hill asked University of Melbourne's Elisabetta Ferrara about the career of one Italy&rsquo;s most popular actors.