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Enigmatic, dark-haired foreign import Alida Valli was dubbed "The Next Garbo" but didn't live up to postwar expectations despite her cool, patrician beauty, remote allure and significant talent. Born in Pola, Italy (now Croatia), on May 3, 1921, the daughter of a Tridentine journalist and professor and an Istrian homemaker, she studied dramatics as a teen at the Motion Picture Academy of Rome and Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia before snaring bit roles in such films as Il cappello a tre punte (1935) ["The Three-Cornered Hat"] and I due sergenti (1936) ["The Two Sergeants"]. She made a name for herself in Italy during WWII playing the title role in Manon Lescaut (1940), won a Venice Film Festival award for Piccolo mondo antico (1941) ["Little Old World"] and was a critical sensation in We the Living (1942) ["We the Living"]. She briefly abandoned her career, however, in 1943, refusing to appear in what she considered fascist propaganda, and was forced into hiding. The next year she married surrealist painter/pianist/composer Oscar De Mejo. They had two children, and one of them, Carlo De Mejo, became an actor. She divorced in 1955, then she came back to Italy,
Following her potent, award-winning work in the title role of Eugenie Grandet (1946), she was discovered and contracted by David O. Selznick to play the murder suspect Maddalena Paradine in Alfred Hitchcock's The Paradine Case (1947). She was billed during her Hollywood years simply as "Valli," and Selznick also gave her top femme female billing in Carol Reed's classic film noir The Third Man (1949), but for every successful film--such as the ones previously mentioned--she experienced such failures as The Miracle of the Bells (1948), and audiences stayed away. In 1951 she bid farewell to Hollywood and returned to her beloved Italy. In Europe again, she was sought after by the best directors. Her countess in Luchino Visconti's Senso (1954) was widely heralded, and she moved easily from ingénue to vivid character roles. Later standout films encompassed costume dramas as well as shockers and had her playing everything from baronesses to grandmothers in such films as Eyes Without a Face (1960) ["Eyes Without a Face"], Le gigolo (1960), Oedipus Rex (1967) ["Oedipus Rex"], The Big Scare (1974), 1900 (1976), Suspiria (1977), Luna (1979), Inferno (1980), Aspern (1982), A Month by the Lake (1995) and, her most recent, Angel of Death (2001).- Actor
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Goran Visnjic is a Croatian American actor and producer, born in Sibenik, Croatia. He is married to Eva Visnjic (formerly Ivana Vrdoljak) with whom has three children. From an early age Visnjic started appearing in various theater plays. At the age of 16, he had his screen debut in the film Braca po materi (1988). In 1990, when the dissolution of Yugoslavia began, Visnjic was serving a one-year military obligation in the Yugoslavian Army (JNA). He left the JNA and returned to Sibenik, where he joined the Croatian Army in the defense of his hometown. After leaving the army, he moved to Zagreb and enrolled at the Academy of Dramatic Art. In his second year of studies at the academy, Visnjic was chosen for the title role in Shakespeare's Hamlet, which made him the youngest actor to play that role. Prior to joining ER (1994) in 1999, Visnjic played several minor roles in the films like The Peacemaker (1997), Welcome to Sarajevo (1997) and Practical Magic (1998). In 1998, he appeared in Madonna's music video for the song "The Power of Goodbye", which opened the doors of Hollywood for him.- Actor
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Rade Serbedzija was born in Bunic (Korenica) in 1946. Graduated from the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Zagreb. Still a student, he started to play the leading roles in films and theater productions. He is remembered as an outstanding Peer Gynt, Don Juan, Georgij, Melkior, Oedipus, Hamlet, Leon and Richard III. He wrote and published four books of poetry and released four albums, as well as directed 12 plays (Balade Petrice Kerempuha, Kazu da je sova nekad bila pekareva kci, Judita, Hrvatski slavuj...). He shot more than seventy films (Rdece klasje (1970), Zadah tela (1983), Hajka (1977), Vecernja zvona (1986), Bravo maestro (1978), Variola Vera (1982), Una (1984), Usijanje (1979), Life Is Beautiful (1985), Cyclops (1982), Povratak (1979), Horvatov izbor (1985), Dreaming the Rose (1986), Kontesa Dora (1993)...), and starred in leading roles of several TV-series (Sam covjek, U registraturi (1974), Prosjaci i sinovi (1971), Bombaski proces (1977), Nikola Tesla (1977), Putovanje u Vucjak (1986)...). He joined Vanessa Redgrave to found a theater that produced plays such as Brecht in exile, Liberation of Skopje, Smoke, Opera Sarajevo. He took part in many charity and peace initiatives. After a world famous film Before the Rain (1994) where he played the leading role, he was cast in films by prominent directors of the world (P. Noyce, J. Woo, S. Kubrick, F. Rossi...), in films such as The Saint (1997) (P. Noyce), The Truce (1997) (F. Rossi), Prague Duet (1998), Broken English (1996), Eyes Wide Shut (1999) (S. Kubrick), Polish Wedding (1998), Stigmata (1999), Mighty Joe Young (1998), The Sweet Sounds of Life (1999), Open Sea (1999), Mission: Impossible II (2000), Space Cowboys (2000), Snatch (2000), and in South Pacific (2001), Hermano (2007), Quicksand (2003), currently in post-production. He starred alongside Val Kilmer, Elisabeth Shue, John Turturro, Tom Cruise, Glenn Close. He lives in London.- Actor
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Born in Croatia and raised in Windsor, Ontario, Steve Bacic initially pursued a career in academics, earning an honors degree in kinesiology and a minor in math. However, his true passion for film drew him away from that path, and he decided to try his luck in the entertainment industry. His talent and dedication have since earned him international recognition, landing leading roles in popular TV series like NCIS, E.R, and CSI Miami. Steve is a versatile actor, equally adept at playing dramatic or comedic roles, as demonstrated in his work on Andromeda, The Guard, Crash and Burn, HBO's Big Love, and Showtime's Out of Order. He has also made notable appearances on Virgin River and Republic of Doyle.
Notable achievements include starring alongside Anthony Hopkins in the feature film "Go with Me," supporting roles in "Why We're Killing Gunther" with Arnold Schwarzenegger, and "Wonder" with Julia Roberts and Owen Wilson. Additionally, he received critical acclaim for his lead role in the indie feature "Lemonade." Steve has guest starred on several well-known shows, including The Spielberg series "The Whispers," "Arrow," "Aftermath," "The 100," and even took on a transformative role with heavy prosthetics on "Once Upon a Time in Wonderland." One of his breakthrough moments was playing Anna Gunn's husband on the pilot episode of "Rita" for Bravo.
Not neglecting his younger audience, Steve also starred as a series regular in the hit Netflix series "Julie and the Phantoms" and the children's series "Spooksville." Furthermore, he has embraced his softer and romantic side with numerous leading roles on the Hallmark Network.
Throughout his career, Steve Bacic has remained dedicated to the film industry, constantly honing his craft and extending his creativity behind the camera as well. He has delved into writing, editing, and other aspects of filmmaking, even creating, directing, and executive producing three full-length features.
When asked for advice to aspiring actors and filmmakers, Steve emphasizes the importance of not being driven solely by fame or fortune. He believes in immersing oneself in the process of creating and being fully present in each moment, trusting that the outcome will naturally take care of itself.
Over the past three decades, Steve Bacic has amassed an impressive body of work with over 160 credits to his name, working tirelessly in Canada, the United States, and around the world. His passion and dedication continue to drive him forward in the ever-evolving world of film and television.- A leading actress of theatre, film and TV in the former Yugoslavia, Mira Furlan emigrated to the U.S. with her husband, Goran Gajic, in November 1991, due to the intolerable political circumstances in her homeland. Ms. Furlan starred in the Warner Brothers TV series Babylon 5 (1993) as "Ambassador Delenn" (Sci-Fi Universe Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Genre TV-series 1996 and 1997).
Her other American credits included the TV movie My Antonia (1995) directed by Joseph Sargent, the title roles in "Sophocles Antigone" at the Hudson Guild Theatre in Los Angeles (Dramalogue Theatre Award for Outstanding Performance in 1995) and Lorca's "Yerma" at The Indiana Repertory Theatre. She also appeared in Brecht's "Baal" at The Second Stage in Los Angeles and Shaw's "Don Juan In Hell" in which she co-starred with Edward Asner and Rene Auberjonois. Ms. Furlan was a member of The Actor's Studio.
Ms. Furlan's film credits include leading roles in over 25 films. She co-starred in Emir Kusturica's Cannes award-winning and Oscar-nominated film When Father Was Away On Business (2000). Films include: Three For Happiness, (Grand Prix, Valencia Film Festival), Beauty Of Vice, In The Jaws Of Life, The Loves Of Blanka Kolak, and Dear Video. In addition, Ms Furlan has appeared regularly on Yugoslav television, playing leading roles in numerous series and TV films. She received all the highest awards in her former country, both for her stage and film work, including two Golden Arenas (Yugoslav Oscars) for Best Actress.
In the former Yugoslavia, Furlan was a member of the Croatian National Theatre and a frequent guest star at major theatres in the whole country. Her favorite roles include: 'Natalya' in "A Month In The Country", 'Mrs. Elliot' in "Alpha-Beta", 'Celimene' in "The Misanthrope", 'Judith' in "The Devil's Disciple", 'Annabella' in "Tis Pity She's A Whore", the title role in Euripides' "Helen", 'Lea' in "Dybbuk", 'Isabelle' in Corneille's "L'Illusion Comique", 'Yvette' in "Mother Courage", 'Natasha' in "Three Sisters" and 'Ophelia' in Jiri Menzel's production of "Hamlet". - Zlatko Buric was born on 13 May 1953 in Osijek, Croatia, Yugoslavia. He is an actor, known for Triangle of Sadness (2022), Pusher (1996) and 2012 (2009).
- Laura Antonelli was born on 28 November 1941 in Pola, Istria, Italy [now Pula, Istria, Croatia]. She was an actress, known for Passion of Love (1981), Malicious (1973) and The Innocent (1976). She was married to Enrico Piacentini. She died on 22 June 2015 in Ladispoli, Rome, Lazio, Italy.
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Sylva Koscina was born on 22 August 1933 in Zagreb, Croatia, Yugoslavia [now Zagreb, Croatia]. She was an actress, known for Hercules (1958), Hornets' Nest (1970) and Judex (1963). She was married to Raimondo Castelli. She died on 26 December 1994 in Rome, Lazio, Italy.- Art Department
Allan Roy Marceta was born on 12 November 1973 in Croatia, Yugoslavia [now Croatia]. Allan Roy is known for Star Trek: Discovery (2017). Allan Roy died on 22 August 2022 in Trenton, Ontario, Canada.- Femi Benussi was born on 4 March 1945 in Rovigno, Istria, Italy [now Rovinj, Istria, Croatia]. She is an actress, known for Poppea... una prostituta al servizio dell'impero (1972), Bloody Pit of Horror (1965) and La commessa (1975).
- Iva Babic's latest role as the female lead in 'The Machine' highlights her comedic and dramatic talents. Legendary Pictures' 'The Machine' opens Memorial Day weekend 2023 via Sony Pictures Releasing. It tells the hit viral story of stand-up comedian Bert Kreischer's brush with the Russian Mafia as a 21-year-old student on a semester abroad in Moscow. Directed by Peter Atencio (Key & Peele), 'The Machine' features Star Wars alum Mark Hamill as Kreischer's father.
Born in Croatia, Iva has appeared in both English-language as well as many projects in several other languages. Her English-language projects include Alan Ball's 'Virtuoso' for HBO (2015), and 'The Romanoffs', Matthew Weiner's Amazon series (2018).
Iva studied at the Academy of Arts and Drama in Zagreb. Director Branko Schmidt cast her in his films 'Metastases' (2009) and 'Vegetarian Cannibal' (2012). Her breakthrough, however, came with the series 'Sunday Mornings, Saturday Nights' (2012), for which she was widely praised. Her burgeoning acting skills were next put to the test in the Croatian version of the renowned US/Israeli TV series 'In Treatment' (2013), for which she won Best Actress in a TV series. Her first major role as a lead in a theatrical film came in 2014 with the suspense drama 'One Shot', playing a young woman who kills an innocent passer-by in a shooting accident.
She has since worked with some of the most renowned directors in Croatia, such as Antonio Nuic in his dramedy 'Life is a Trumpet' (2015), Lukas Nola's spy thriller 'Guardian of the Castle' (2017) and Vinko Bresan's 'Perica's Diary' (2021) where she displayed her musical talents: singing, dancing, and piano playing, as well as her capability with a variety of accents. The series won numerous awards and has received enthusiastic reviews from both audiences and critics. - Gracija Filipovic is one of the ten Berlinale Shooting Stars 2022, making her one of the most exciting new talents emerging from European cinema.
Born in Croatia, Gracija Filipovic received her theatre training in Dubrovnik and shot her first film in 2014. Her collaborative work with director Antoneta Alamat Kusijanovic includes two award-winning films which have brought her both international recognition and acclaim. In Kusijanovic's short film, Into the Blue, Filipovic plays an emotionally scarred young women, desperate to reconnect with her best friend. The film won numerous awards, including a Special Mention at the Berlinale's Generation programme, the Heart of Sarajevo Award for Best Short Film and the Prize of the Youth Jury at the highly regarded Oberhausen Short Film Festival. It was also a finalist for the Student Academy Award.
Filipovic's debut in a feature film was in Kusijanovic's Murina, which premiered in the Director's Fortnight of the Cannes Film Festival and won the prestigious Caméra d'Or.
Apart from her award-winning acting career, Filipovic is a professional swimmer and tap dancer. In her spare time, she is studying biology in Zagreb. - Actress
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Néa Dune is a Croatian-American actress, creature performer, model and neurodiverse creative splitting time between Los Angeles, California, USA and Croatia, EU (where she was born-and-raised in ex-Yugoslavia). After arriving in Hollywood, it took less than 2 weeks to land her first feature film role ("Female Fight Club" as Ring Girl, starring Dolph Lundgren) and book hair modeling campaigns (Wella). Her educational background is very diverse, in line with her neurodivergent polymath nature - Néa speaks 8 languages with an ear for dialects/accents and nurtures a rich skillset, breaking glass ceilings and reaping awards in every field she immerses herself into. She first gained recognition through international publications worldwide and vixen roles starting in late 2009, having graced 45+ magazine covers to date. Néa studied acting at the only English-language acting school in Zagreb - International Arts Center, and continued honing her craft through L.A. workshops with respected teachers and industry coaches. She's been implementing her linguist skills as a Voice-Over actress and translator for over a decade. Now SAG-Core, Néa directed, wrote, cast and produced 2 projects in festival circuit gathering over a dozen laurels, including winning Best International Short Film award for her debut. She is a regular invitee as a peer review and judge - including World Monologue Games 2 years in a row. When not in front of the camera, Néa brings looks to life as a certified Make-Up/Hair/SFX celebrity artist. Before starting her on-camera career, she earned two Master degrees, won a Rector's Award for her STEM work (still cited weekly) and continued with a ph.D. before switching to a career in entertainment full-time. Néa has been a dedicated volunteer and humanitarian for the majority of her life, in various causes she advocates for: invisible illnesses, Earth conservation and innovation, equality, alt subcultures and her native culture to help remove stigmas. She served in the European Youth Parliament for a decade which also enabled her to master English language. Néa also offers her expertise to fellow foreigners to the USA specializing in O1 and EB1 visas, with all success stories! After having received two "extraordinary abilities alien" visas since fall of 2015, she earned her greencard in record time. Always on the hunt for new skills and abilities, Néa thrives on opportunities to intertwine them. As a trained ballroom dancer/aerialist with 20+ years of experience specializes in stunts of such nature; is mermaid SireNea and a certified PSS freediver; seasoned creature performer and stilt-walker, archer, lover of extreme sports, an avid globetrotter and linguistic aficionada (native Croatian; native level in Balkan languages Serbian and Bosnian; fluent English and Master degree in Spanish; proficient in German, French, Latin, Slovenian etc.)- Writer
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Vanya Asher was born on 20 December 1985 in Zagreb, Croatia. He is a writer and producer, known for Electric Easy (2021), Shadow and Bone (2021) and The Sandman (2022).- Actress
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Iva Hasperger is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and has performed in theater productions from Shakespeare to Tennessee Williams. Strong roots in a classical and European background often inform Iva's work-perhaps most notably in her performance as "Ilona" in the feature "Vlad" starring Billy Zane and Francesco Quinn. Hasperger plays a 15th century girl who only speaks middle English. In preparation for the shoot, the actress consulted Professor Edward Condron of UCLA to ensure accuracy with the complex ancient tongue.
Hasperger fulfilled a childhood dream when she came to the US to train as an actress. An avid student of the American cinematic tradition and its history she has repeatedly delivered nuanced and eye catching performances in film, television and theater. Hasperger readily admits that her favorite actress of all time is Meryl Streep, and makes no bones about a desire to emulate her heroine. From a Southern belle in "Cloud Seven" to a Czech communist in "Cold Case" she has consistently delivered depth and range.
As the projects get larger the approach remains the same-remain true to the character and serve the writing. So-no distraction by the bright lights for this terrific talent!- Actor
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Miljenko Brlecic was born on July 4, 1950 in Zlatar Bistrica to Marija (Zimmerman) Brlecic, a homemaker, and Franjo Brlecic, a state official. In 1973, he graduated from the Academy of Theatre and Film Arts in Zagreb. After graduation he joined the first regular ensemble of the ITD theatre. Since 1978. he is a member of the ensemble of the Drama department of the Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb. He is an actor, director and producer, known for Ispit zrelosti (1978), Tomo Bakran (1978), You Love Only Once (1981), That Summer of White Roses (1989) ,Konac komedije (1986), Duga ponoc (2004) ...- Actor
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Andrej Dojkic is a Croatian actor. His first official screen part was in the 2005 TV series, "Forbidden Love", followed by the 2007 TV series drama "Good Intensions". He then went on to do a number of theater plays from 2008 up until recently in 2015. His notable film parts include the lead in "Glembay " playing the part of Leone and a lead in a film "I Was Not Afraid To Die" co-staring Armand Assante, Alan Sklar, John Nielsen, Matthew Newton. He has received "The Chancellors Award "in 2007.- Actor
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Slavko Stimac is a Serbian actor, who was born on October 15, 1960 in Konjsko Brdo, a village in municipality of Perusic, Croatia, Yugoslavia. He began acting when he was only 12 years old and starred in popular movies like "Sutjeska", "Cross of Iron" "Specijalno vaspitanje" and "Ko to tamo peva". With his leading role in Emir Kusturica's classic "Sjecas Li Se, Dolly Bell" Stimac gained international popularity. Then he graduated from Faculty of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade. His collaboration with Kusturica continued in the next years.- Actress
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Oja Kodar was born in 1941 in Dubrava kraj Zagreba, Croatia, Yugoslavia [now Croatia]. She is an actress and writer, known for Jaded (1989), The Other Side of the Wind (2018) and The Deep (1970).- Actor
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Amar Bukvic is a Croatian actor.[1] He is s famous Croatian actor who is recognizable for his work in theatre, television and film. He is a member of Gdk Gavella theatre in Zagreb, Croatia. He has received numerous acting awards, including the Croatian theatre award twice. He is married to Alma Vukicevic and they have two kids.- Gianni Garko was born on 15 July 1935 in Zara, Dalmatia, Italy [now Zadar, Croatia]. He is an actor, known for Devil Fish (1984), ... If You Meet Sartana Pray for Your Death. (1968) and Waterloo (1970).
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Antoneta Alamat Kusijanovic is a writer, director, and producer born in Dubrovnik and based in New York. Her directorial feature debut, Murina, executive produced by Martin Scorcesse, premiered at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival in Directors Fortnight section and was honored with the the Caméra d'Or Award presented to the Best First Film and has proceeded to garner critical acclaim as one of the Best Films of 2022. Murina was nominated for three Film Independent Spirit Awards, including Best First Feature, Best Breakthrough Performer and Best Cinematography. Her short Into the Blue was awarded at the 67th Berlin International Film Festival and was nominated for a Student Academy Award. Antoneta is an alumna of the Résidence du Festival of Cinéfondation, Jerusalem Film Lab, the Berlinale Talent Lab, Sarajevo Talent Lab, La Femis Producing Atelier and Marcie Bloom Fellowship. She holds an MFA in Directing from Columbia University in New York, a Masters in Producing from the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Zagreb, Croatia and is a member of the Academy of The Motion Picture, Arts and Sciences, Oscars.- Actor
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One of America's greatest racing drivers, Mario Andretti has virtually won it all, the Indianapolis 500, the Daytona 500, the International Race of Champions (IROC) series, CART, and Formula 1 World titles. Andretti was born in Montona, Italy (now Motvun, Croatia) and with his family, including twin brother Aldo, moved to the United States in 1955. Ever since he was a little boy, his goal was to win the world championship and he accomplished this in 1978 as America's second and last world champion (he was naturalized when he was in his teens). He later won the CART title (America's top open-wheel series) and retired from racing in 1995. His son Michael is also a CART champion and went on to become a successful team owner. Andretti is still enormously popular with race fans and is one of the most recognized personalities in the sport.- Editor
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Ivor Sonje was born on 25 June 1991 in Zagreb, Croatia. Ivor is an editor, known for Solitude (2023), F20 (2018) and Divljaci (2022).- Ema Mur was born on 2 March 1995 in Cakovec, Croatia. She is an actress, known for Lamborghini: The Man Behind the Legend (2022), The Palace (2023) and Ciao Darwin (1998).