A torrent of intensity, a look that drills the screen, a voice capable of whispering threats or declaing tragedies with the same electrifying conviction. To the Pacinoa synonym name of the golden era of New Hollywood And of interpretations that have shaped the history of cinema, he is turning 85.
Born as Alfredo James Pacino On April 25, 1940 in an Italian -American family in the East Harlem in New York, his childhood was marked by the separation of his parents and the upbringing by his grandmother and mother.
From an early age, cultural effervescence and the rawness of the streets of his neighborhood molded him, nourishing an artistic sensibility that would soon find his channel in the theater.
His beginnings in the performance were humble but passionate. After leaving high school, Pacino immersed himself in the world of off-broadway theater, studying in the prestigious Actors Studio Under the tutelage of the legendary Lee Strasberg. This training, based on The Stanislavski techniquehe provided the tools to explore the psychological complexity of his characters with a depth and authenticity that would become his distinctive seal.
His first theatrical incursions reaped praise and opened the doors to a film race that would change the course of cinema.
The godfather and the classics of the seventies
The year 1972 would mark a before and after in his life and in world cinematography. Francis Ford Coppola He chose him to play Michael Corleone in the epic masterpiece “The godfather”.
Initially resisted by the study, Pacino demonstrated a subtlety and a contained intensity that defined the character, transforming him from a young idealist to a relentless chief of the mafia. His silent but powerful interpretation earned him his first Oscar nomination as best cast actor and catapulted him to stardom.
From that moment on, the 1970s became a golden era for Pacino, chaining iconic interpretations in films that are now considered classic.
In “Serpico” (1973)embodied the integrity of an incorruptible police fighting systemic corruption. In “Late of Dogs” (1975)his desperate and visceral portrait of an improvised bank thief captured the anguish of a generation. And in “… and justice for all” (1979)his final monologue, loaded with rage and frustration in the face of the injustice of the legal system, became a peak moment of his career.
From Tony Montana to win an Oscar
The 1980s brought with him challenges and ups and downs, but Pacino resurfaced strongly in the 90s, even more consolidating his legend status. His interpretation of Gánster Tony Montana in “Scarface” (1983)although initially divisive, it has become a cultural icon, an archetype of excessive ambition and the loud fall.
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In 1992 when he finally raised the golden statuette as best actor for his energetic and moving interpretation of Lieutenant Blind Colonel and Cascarrabias Frank Slade in “Women’s perfume”. That same year, he was also nominated as the best cast actor for “Glengarry Glen Ross”demonstrating his versatility and consistency of his talent.
His filmography is full of cinematographic jewels that have left an indelible mark: the psychological thriller “Heat” (1995)where he shared a crucial scenes for the first time with his friend and acting rival Robert de Niro; The legal drama “The devil’s lawyer” (1997)where he played a seductive and evil lawyer; The intense drama about journalism “The dilemma” (1999); and his return to the universe of the mafia in “Donnie Brasco” (1997).
Throughout his prolific career, Al Pacino has been honored with innumerable awards and awards, including a Academy Awardtwo Tony Awards For his work in theater, two Primetime Emmy Awards For his outstanding work on television, four Gold balloonsa BAFTA Award and the prestigious Cecil B. Demille Award for his career in the cinema. These awards are a testimony of their lasting impact on the entertainment industry and the admiration that awakens between their colleagues and the public.
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At 85, Al Pacino continues to demonstrate an admirable artistic vitality. In recent years, he has participated in film and television projects that demonstrate their inexhaustible passion for performance, among several stand out “The Irishman” and “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”both of 2019.
Its presence on the screen remains magnetic, and Its ability to embody complex and multifaceted characters remains intact. His legacy not only lies in his memorable interpretations, but also in his influence on generations of actors who have found inspiration in their delivery and commitment to the art of acting.
Source: Ambito
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