Raffaele La Capria 1922 – 2022
Biography
Raffaele La Capria was born on October 3, 1922, in Naples, Italy, during a transformative period in European history. He would go on to build a distinguished career as both a novelist and screenwriter, contributing significantly to Italian literature and cinema across the twentieth century. His creative works spanned decades, reflecting the evolving cultural landscape of his native country.
Throughout his professional life, La Capria moved between the literary and cinematic worlds, bringing his distinctive voice to both mediums. His dual expertise as a novelist and screenwriter allowed him to explore storytelling in complementary ways, each discipline enriching his understanding of narrative and character.
La Capria lived a long and productive life, remaining engaged with his craft well into his later years. He passed away on June 26, 2022, in Rome, at the age of ninety-nine, leaving behind a legacy of written and visual works that reflected his deep connection to Italian culture and artistic tradition.
