Anita Caprioli

Anita Caprioli (born 11 December 1973) is an Italian theatre and film actress whose career has spanned more than two decades, marked by a blend of classical stage work and contemporary cinema. The Mistress of the Inn marked her London stage debut in 1995, where she performed alongside Andrea Brooks in a modern adaptation of Carlo Goldoni’s celebrated comedy, demonstrating an early talent for navigating both language and cultural contexts. The following year she tackled Luigi Pirandello’s Il Berretto a Sonagli, further cementing her reputation as a daring interpreter of Italian theatrical canon. Caprioli transitioned to the silver screen in 1997 with Davide Ferrario’s We All Fall Down, a gritty drama that introduced her to Italian cinema audiences and opened doors to collaborations with directors such as Carlo Lizzani in La donna del treno. Over the next decade she amassed a diverse filmography, appearing in Fireworks (1997), Vajont (2001), Santa Maradona (2001), and the romantic ensemble Manual of Love (2005), each role highlighting her ability to shift seamlessly between comedy, thriller, and historical drama. In 2008 she earned a Nastro d'Argento nomination for Best Supporting Actress for Don’t Think About It, a recognition that underscored her growing critical acclaim. Four years later, her performance in Heavenly Body secured a David di Donatello nomination, confirming her status as one of Italy’s most respected supporting actresses. Beyond the big screen, Caprioli continued to nurture her theatrical roots, performing in productions that ranged from classic revivals to experimental pieces, and she remained a visible presence at cultural events such as dramatic readings in 2021. Her career, which began in the mid‑1990s and shows no sign of slowing, reflects a relentless commitment to craft, a willingness to explore complex characters, and an enduring connection to both Italian heritage and international artistic dialogue.