**Romolo Valli (1925-1980)** was an Italian actor of great refinement and versatility. His film career was studded with memorable roles that made him an iconic face of Italian cinema.

Known for his discreet elegance and his ability to portray bourgeois characters, professionals, or figures of power, often with a streak of subtle irony or profound melancholy, Valli excelled at rendering complex psychological nuances. Despite his often measured presence, his performances were always intense and convincing.

Among his most important films are masterpieces such as Luchino Visconti's **"Il Gattopardo" (The Leopard) (1963)**, where he played Father Pirrone, and Dino Risi's **"Profumo di donna" (Scent of a Woman) (1974)**, alongside Vittorio Gassman. He was a preferred actor of Ettore Scola, appearing in films like **"Un borghese piccolo piccolo" (An Average Little Man) (1977)** and **"La famiglia" (The Family) (1987)**, demonstrating his innate ability to transition naturally from comedy to drama.