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Agnese Nano

Agnese Nano (born 5 November 1965) is an Italian film, television and theater actress. Her first appearance was in 1987 but she became famous after her role as the young "Elena Mendola" in Cinema Paradiso by Giuseppe Tornatore, in 1988. Nano felt that playing Elena "was a deeply nurturing experience, crucial for the development of her future career".

Agnese Nano

Name
Agnese Nano
Born
5 November 1965
Birthplace
Rome, Italy
Occupation
Actress
Known for
Cinema Paradiso
Nationality
Italy
Languages
Italian

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Agnese Nano (born 5 November 1965) is an Italian film, television and theater actress. Her first appearance was in 1987 but she became famous after her role as the young "Elena Mendola" in Cinema Paradiso by Giuseppe Tornatore, in 1988. Nano felt that playing Elena "was a deeply nurturing experience, crucial for the development of her future career".

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