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Elio Petri

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Film director

Elio Petri

Italian filmmaker (1929 to 1982)

Elio Petri was born on January 29, 1929 and died on November 10, 1982, aged 53.

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Born
January 29, 1929, Rome
Died
November 10, 1982
Zodiac sign
Aquarius
Country
Italy
Known as
Film director

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  • Elio Petri was born on a Tuesday.
  • Elio Petri would have turned 97 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: July 29. Birthstone: Garnet.
  • Elio Petri belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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When was Elio Petri born?

Elio Petri was born on January 29, 1929 and died on November 10, 1982, aged 53.

What is Elio Petri’s zodiac sign?

Aquarius, born January 29.