Ivana Monti (born 20 February 1947) is an Italian stage, television and film actress.

Life and career

Born in

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, Monti studied at the drama school of the Piccolo Teatro in her hometown, and made her professional debut in 1966 in the stage play ''I giganti della montagna'' directed by

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. He also directed her in ''

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'' (1972) and in '' The Trial of Lucullus'' (1973). Monti was mainly active on television, in TV-movies and series. She also appeared in a number of films, mainly cast in supporting roles. Monti was married to journalist Andrea Barbato until his death in 1996.

Filmography

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* 1947 births Living people Actresses from Milan Italian film actresses Italian stage actresses Italian television actresses 20th-century Italian actresses {{italy-screen-actor-stub