**Omero Antonutti (1935-2019)** was an Italian actor of great depth and intensity. Trained in theatre, he achieved international recognition in cinema, particularly thanks to his role as the severe patriarch Gavino Ledda in the Taviani brothers' **_Padre Padrone_** (1977), which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes.

His collaboration with the Tavianis continued in masterpieces such as **_The Night of the Shooting Stars_** (1982) and **_Kaos_** (1984), where he often embodied paternal or authoritarian figures endowed with austere dignity. Another iconic role was that of Pope Pius VII in Mario Monicelli's **_Il Marchese del Grillo_** (1981), demonstrating his versatility even in historical comedies.

Recognized for his deep voice and magnetic presence, Antonutti often portrayed complex, powerful, and upright characters. He also worked in international productions like Carlos Saura's **_El Dorado_** (1988). His career spanned from historical dramas to roles of strong emotional impact.