Giovanni Grimaldi

Born

November 14, 1917

Died

February 25, 2001 · age 83

From

Catania, Sicily, Italy

Giovanni Grimaldi was an Italian screenwriter, journalist, and film director. He began his career in 1952, writing for numerous successful films, often collaborating with Bruno Corbucci. Grimaldi directed films such as Brutti di notte (1968) and I 2 deputati (1968). His work is noted for its contribution to Italian comedy and genre cinema.