Jan 18, 2009

Monica Bellucci

Monica Bellucci Biography:
Name : Monica Bellucci
Birth Date : September 30, 1968
Birth Place : Citta di Castello, Perugia, Italy
Height : 5' 9
Education : Drop-out of law school
University of Perugia in Italy
Nationality : Italian
Profession : Actress, model
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Monica was born in the Italian region on the September 30, 1964. Though she dreamt of
becoming a successful lawyer, she came to the fashion limelight and joined Elite Model
Management in Milan. She instantly became the face of celebrated brands such as Elle and
Dolce and Gabbana. Perhaps, wanting more than just the face of famous labels, she took up
different workshops and classes in acting. Her first film was entitled "Bandits: Love and
Liberty." Monica also starred in "La Riffa," "Bram Stoker's Dracula," "Mitici," "Palla di
Neve," and "L'Appartement." She was Cesar-nominated for her role "Lisa," which took her
career to a whole new level. Not long after, she starred in her own films and in hit
movies. Her best film was "Malena," which got a lot of awards in both national and foreign
award-giving bodies. Her most recent projects include "The Matrix," "The Passion of the
Christ" by Mel Gibson, “The Brothers Grimm” and the hit “Lord of War,” where she starred
with famous actor Nicolas Cage.