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Dino De Laurentiis was an influential Italian film producer known for bringing Italian cinema to the international stage and for his work on numerous blockbuster films.

Dino De Laurentiis was born on August 8, 1919, in Torre Annunziata, Italy. He grew up in a family that owned a pasta factory, but he was drawn to the film industry at an early age.

De Laurentiis was married twice, first to actress Silvana Mangano and later to Martha Schumacher. He had six children, some of whom also pursued careers in the film industry.

Throughout his career, De Laurentiis produced over 500 films, including notable works like "La Strada," "Serpico," and "Dune." He played a pivotal role in shaping both Italian and American cinema.

De Laurentiis received numerous awards, including the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award and several Academy Award nominations for his films. His production of "La Strada" won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film.

De Laurentiis faced financial challenges, including the bankruptcy of his production company, De Laurentiis Entertainment Group, in the late 1980s, but he continued to produce successful films afterward.

Among his iconic productions are "Barbarella," "Flash Gordon," and the "Hannibal Lecter" series, including "Manhunter" and "Hannibal." These films left a lasting impact on popular culture.