Oscar winner Ennio Morricone died in a Roman clinic from the consequences of a fall . The great musician and composer, author of the most beautiful soundtracks of Italian and world cinema from For a Fistful of Dollars to Mission to Once Upon a Time in America from Nuovo cinema Paradiso to Malena , was 91 years old. The funeral will be held in private form "in respect of the feeling of humility that has always inspired the acts of his existence". The Oscar-winning family announced this through their friend and lawyer Giorgio Assumma.
Benigni, made Italy in the world ringing - "I dedicate this award to Ennio Morricone who made Italy in the world ringing with his music, genius and regularity at the same time. But I also dedicate it to all the people who suffered for this which happened to us and which we hope will end soon. And I mean not only the workers of the cinema, but everyone in the world ". So Roberto Benigni, tonight at Maxxi in Rome, in receiving the Nastro D'Argento for best supporting actor in Matteo Garrone's 'Pinocchio'. And there is no shortage of nice words for the director who with Pinocchio has obtained six Ribbons: "I thank Garrone who is a wonderful person: from the set with him we always go out covered in gold". (HANDLE).
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The Orchestra of the Carlo Felice Theater in Genoa the night before the inauguration of the new bridge will play a song that Morricone composed in memory of the victims of the collapse of Morandi.
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Morricone died "at dawn on July 6 in Rome with the comfort of faith". Assumma adds that the master "has preserved to the last full lucidity and great dignity". A few days ago the master had broken his femur.
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He greeted his beloved wife Maria who accompanied him with dedication in every moment of his human and professional life and was close to him until the last breath thanked his children and grandchildren for the love and care they gave him . he dedicated a moving memory to his audience from whose affectionate support he has always drawn the strength of his creativity ".
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The messages of condolence for the master's disappearance arrived immediate and numerous from the world of politics to that of music and culture.
"The disappearance of Ennio Morricone deprives us of a distinguished and brilliant artist" said the President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella. "A refined and popular musician at the same time, he left a profound mark on the musical history of the second half of the twentieth century. Through his soundtracks he contributed greatly to spreading and strengthening the prestige of Italy in the world. condolences and feelings of affectionate closeness ".
"We will always remember, with infinite gratitude, the artistic genius of Maestro Ennio Morricone. He made us dream, excite, reflect, writing memorable notes that will remain indelible in the history of music and cinema". Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte writes it on Twitter .
"I support motion @ M5SRoma to name the entire Parco della Musica Auditorium to Maestro Ennio Morricone. We want to remember a genius who gave so much to Rome and Italy, linking his name to an international symbol of culture and art" . So the mayor of Rome Virginia Raggi, in a tweet, launches the proposal to name the Auditorium of Rome to Ennio Morricone .
Even Roma, the team for which Ennio Morricone was cheering, joins the chorus of messages of condolence. "Thanks for everything, Maestro", is the tweet followed by two hearts, one yellow and one red, spread by Trigoria, posted together with a photo of Morricone on the evening when he was awarded the Oscar.
"Thanks Maestro Morricone. I will always remember your irony and your acute intelligence, as well as being infinitely grateful for the emotions you have given us all. We will miss you." It is the homage of Roberto Bolle, on Twitter.