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Valentina Lodovini, actor
Actor

Valentina Lodovini: Movies & Box Office

films
32
on screen
2004–2025
box office
$34.6M
average score
42
Born
May 14, 1978 (age 48)
Birthplace
Umbertide, Perugia, Italy
Citizenship
Italian
Occupations
Actress
Years active
2004-present
Career at a glance

Valentina Lodovini's Career in Numbers

Valentina Lodovini's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Valentina Lodovini works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Wherever You Are (2004) to When Mom Is Away… With the In-laws (2025), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.

Valentina Lodovini Movies by Decade

  1. 2000s 8
  2. 2010s 13
  3. 2020s 10

The 2010s were Valentina Lodovini's busiest decade, with 13 films.

Valentina Lodovini Movies by Genre

  • Comedy 15
  • Drama 8
  • Romance 3
  • Tv movie 1
  • Crime 1
  • Adventure 1
  • Mystery 1
  • Horror 1

Comedy is the genre Valentina Lodovini has worked in most, with 15 films, ahead of drama (8).

Valentina Lodovini Career Milestones

First film
Wherever You Are 2004
Biggest box office hit
When Mom Is Away $8.34M worldwide
Best-rated film
Love & Gelato Movie Echo Score 42
32 credits

Valentina Lodovini Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Valentina Lodovini is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 42. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Valentina Lodovini Movies as an Actor

31
  1. 2025 When Mom Is Away… With the In-laws (2025) movie poster When Mom Is Away… With the In-laws as Giulia · Comedy
  2. 2023 Conversazioni con altre donne (2023) movie poster Conversazioni con altre donne Comedy
  3. 2023 The Land of Women (2023) movie poster The Land of Women as Marianna · Drama
  4. 2023 I migliori giorni (2023) movie poster I migliori giorni as Sonia (segment "San Valentino") · Comedy
  5. 2022 Vicini di casa (2022) movie poster Vicini di casa as Laura · Comedy
  6. 2022 Love & Gelato (2022) movie poster Love & Gelato as Francesca · Drama Movie Echo Score: 42
  7. 2021 The Aphid and the Ant (2021) movie poster The Aphid and the Ant as Anna · Drama
  8. 2020 When Mom Is Away… With the Family (2020) movie poster When Mom Is Away… With the Family as Giulia · Comedy
  9. 2020 Three Perfect Daughters (2020) movie poster Three Perfect Daughters as Paola · Comedy
  10. 2020 Say It Loud (2020) movie poster Say It Loud as Giulia · Comedy
  11. 2019 When Mom Is Away (2019) movie poster When Mom Is Away as Giulia · Comedy
  12. 2019 Forbidden School (2019) movie poster Forbidden School Tv movie
  13. 2018 Cosa fai a Capodanno? (2018) movie poster Cosa fai a Capodanno? as Marina · Comedy
  14. 2017 Si muore tutti democristiani (2017) movie poster Si muore tutti democristiani as Sara · Comedy
  15. 2016 La verità sta in cielo (2016) movie poster La verità sta in cielo as Raffaella Notariale · Drama
  16. 2015 Ma che bella sorpresa (2015) movie poster Ma che bella sorpresa as Giada · Comedy
  17. 2014 Mafia Millionaires (2014) movie poster Mafia Millionaires as Rosaria · Crime
  18. 2014 The Games Maker (2014) movie poster The Games Maker as Mrs. Drago · Adventure
  19. 2014 A Woman as a Friend (2014) movie poster A Woman as a Friend as Lia · Romance
  20. 2013 South Is Nothing (2013) movie poster South Is Nothing as Bianca · Drama
  21. 2013 A Liberal Passion (2013) movie poster A Liberal Passion as Nina · Romance
  22. 2011 Things from Another World (2011) movie poster Things from Another World as Laura Golfetto · Comedy
  23. 2010 Woman of My Life (2010) movie poster Woman of My Life as Sara · Comedy
  24. 2008 Coco Chanel (2008) movie poster Coco Chanel as Adrienne · Romance
  25. 2008 Riprendimi (2008) movie poster Riprendimi as Michela · Comedy
  26. 2007 The Right Distance (2007) movie poster The Right Distance as Mara · Mystery
  27. 2007 Pornorama (2007) movie poster Pornorama as Gina Ferrari · Comedy
  28. 2006 Our Country (2006) movie poster Our Country as Moglie di Gerry · Drama
  29. 2006 The Family Friend (2006) movie poster The Family Friend as Debtor woman · Drama
  30. 2005 Il mistero di Lovecraft - Road to L. (2005) movie poster Il mistero di Lovecraft - Road to L. as Valentina · Horror
  31. 2004 Wherever You Are (2004) movie poster Wherever You Are as Francesca · Drama
Biography

Who Is Valentina Lodovini?

Valentina Lodovini was born in Umbertide, Perugia, Italy in 1978 and is 48 years old. Credited on films since 2004, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Valentina Lodovini was born on 14 May 1978 in the picturesque town of Umbertide, located in the province of Perugia, Italy. She spent her formative years in the nearby historic centre of Sansepolcro, where the rich artistic heritage of the region sparked her early fascination with performance. Lodovini pursued her passion academically by enrolling at the School of Dramatic Arts in Perugia, mastering the fundamentals of stagecraft and classical techniques. Determined to deepen her craft, she relocated to Rome to attend the prestigious Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia, Italy’s national film school, where she honed her screen acting skills under the guidance of veteran filmmakers. After graduating, Lodovini accumulated a series of secondary roles in both television series and modest film projects, gradually building a reputation for her naturalistic presence and subtle emotional range. Her breakthrough arrived in 2007 when director Carlo Mazzacurati cast her in the critically acclaimed drama La giusta distanza, a performance that earned her a nomination for the David di Donatello Award for Best Actress. The following years saw Lodovini cement her status as a versatile talent, notably delivering a standout supporting turn as Maria in Benvenuti al Sud (2011), a role that secured her the David di Donatello for Best Supporting Actress. She reprised the same character in the sequel Benvenuti al Nord, demonstrating her ability to blend comedic timing with heartfelt sincerity. Beyond these marquee films, Lodovini has appeared in an array of television productions, often chosen for stories that explore contemporary Italian social issues, further showcasing her adaptability across media. Critics frequently commend her for a refined blend of vulnerability and strength, noting that her performances consistently avoid melodrama in favour of nuanced realism. Lodovini continues to be active in the industry, with projects ranging from independent cinema to mainstream comedies, reflecting a career that balances artistic ambition with broad audience appeal. As of today, her body of work stands as a testament to the enduring impact of an actress who blends disciplined training with an innate, relatable charisma.

Works with

Who Valentina Lodovini Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Valentina Lodovini shares the most films with. Alessandro Genovesi comes first, with 4 films together, followed by Fabrizio Bentivoglio (3).

FAQ

Valentina Lodovini: Questions & Answers

How many movies Valentina Lodovini has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Valentina Lodovini been in?

Valentina Lodovini is credited on 32 films, from 2004 to 2025. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Valentina Lodovini's highest-grossing movie?

When Mom Is Away (2019) is Valentina Lodovini's biggest box office hit, with $8.34M worldwide, ahead of Things from Another World (2011) ($5.49M). Across every film with box office figures, Valentina Lodovini's movies have made $34.6M.

Valentina Lodovini's biggest hits

What is the best Valentina Lodovini movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Valentina Lodovini's best-rated film is Love & Gelato (2022) with a score of 42.

Best Valentina Lodovini movies, ranked

How old is Valentina Lodovini?

Valentina Lodovini is 48 years old, born on May 14, 1978 in Umbertide, Perugia, Italy.

What is Valentina Lodovini's newest movie?

The most recent film on Valentina Lodovini's filmography is When Mom Is Away… With the In-laws (2025), in the role of Giulia.

Who does Valentina Lodovini work with most often?

Valentina Lodovini shares the most films with Alessandro Genovesi (4 films), Fabrizio Bentivoglio (3 films) and Isabella Ferrari (2 films).

The Best Valentina Lodovini Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 32 credits.

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