Carlo Poggioli is an Italian costume designer and actor, best known for his work on numerous films and television series, such as The Great Beauty, The Aviator, The Young Pope and The Talented Mr. Ripley. He began his career as an actor and worked in several films, such as Il Postino and I Love Radio Rock.
In the late 1990s, Poggioli decided to focus on costume design and began working as a costume designer in Italy. His first major project as a costume designer was the 2000 film The Talented Mr. Ripley, which starred Matt Damon and was directed by Anthony Minghella. His work on the film earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Costume Design.
Since then, Poggioli has worked on several films, such as The Aviator, Gangs of New York, The Great Beauty, and The Young Pope. He has also designed costumes for stage productions, such as Romeo and Juliet for the Teatro Stabile di Catania in Sicily.
In addition to his work as a costume designer, Poggioli has also returned to acting. He has appeared in several Italian films and television series, such as The Father, La Squadra, and The New Pope. He has also appeared in the English-language films The Best of Youth and Letters to Juliet.
Throughout his career, Poggioli has worked with some of the most renowned filmmakers in the world, including Martin Scorsese, Paolo Sorrentino, and Wes Anderson. His costume designs have been praised for their creativity and attention to detail, and he has earned numerous awards and nominations for his work.
In addition to his work in film and television, Poggioli has also been active in the fashion world. He has designed costumes for runway shows and worked as a consultant for many major fashion brands, such as Prada and Gucci.
Carlo Poggioli is one of the most celebrated costume designers in the world, and he continues to work on both film and fashion projects. With his experience and creativity, he is sure to continue to create beautiful costumes for many years to come.
