 |
Your guide to Italy & Italian Culture on the Web. Enjoy as you learn more about the traditions, heritage and way of life that make Italians who they are. |
Where in the World are Antonio and Dante? |
| Home | Advertise | Articles | Forum | News | Store |
Art, Cuisine, Famous Italians, Festivals, Folklore, Genealogy, Holidays, Hotels, Photos, Real Estate, Sports, Travel and More
Guides
Surname Collection
Add your name to the collection.
Recipes
Authentic Italian recipes for you to enjoy.
Photo Galleries
Enjoy photos of Italy, wine making & more.
Proverbi
Proverbs in Italian & English.
Our Paesani
Weekly column dedicated to today's Italy.
by Francesca Di Meglio
Italian Memories
Articles on growing up Italian.
by Cookie Curci
Una Mamma Italiana
Articles for Italian mammas.
by Tiffany Longo
Learn Italian
English-Italian guides
Spanish-Italian guides.
| Gift Guide |
|
|
Books | Calendars Clothing | Music Posters/Prints Videos |
Molto Italiano
Sign up for our FREE newsletter.
Trivia
Test your knowledge of Italy.
Date of Birth: July 27, 1969
Place of Birth: Messina, Sicily
Courtesy of Echelon Entertainment 2
 | Related Sites |
Born in the Sicilian town of Messina, Maria began modeling at the age of sixteen. She shortly turned to acting and secured a role in the Italian television program, Indietro Tutta. She attained national recognition with appearances in numerous Italian television commercials.
Maria has been featured in countless Italian productions including the films, El Dia de la Bestia, I Laureati, Il Sindaco, Italiani, Camere de letto and the television miniseries La Ragnatela.
After garnering critical acclaim and international recognition with her supporting role in Il Postino, Maria captured American audiences playing an assassin in the James Bond film The World is Not Enough and with notable guest appearances on The Simpsons and HBO's The Sopranos. Maria continued to broaden her international appeal with a starring role in the international television production Maria Magdalena, and performances in a variety of American films including A Brooklyn State of Mind, Just One Night opposite Timothy Hutton, and Picking Up the Pieces with Woody Allen and Sharon Stone.
In 2005, she was part of an ensemble cast in the critically acclaimed series of short films entitled All the Invisible Children.
Biography courtesy of Echelon Entertainment 2 for Maria's role in Our Italian Husband.
Partner Links
Shops/Stores
Italiansrus Gear
RomeGiftShop
Italian Charms
FORZIERI.com
il Mercato Italiano
CyberCucina.com
Gustobene.com
Rome Hotels
Tour Italy
Venere.com
Proudly display the colors of Italy with these great products.
Purchase souvenirs & gifts from Rome & Italy. Get FREE postcards from Rome.
Huge selection of Italian charms and jewelry.
The world largest online retailer for Premium Italian Fashions.
Cuisine/Food
Online Italian Market specializing in imported gourmet Italian foods. Use coupon code Italiansrus for a 5% discount off every order (ends: 12/31/09).
Fine gourmet foods and more.
Use code Italiansruspromo to receive a 10% discount off your entire purchase.
Travel
Book your Rome hotels fast and easy!
Customize your trip to Italy.
Find and book hotels, B&B's and apartments.
