Ornella Mutia woman and a diva with radical choices, “always without compromise”, is keen to specify: whether it is defending the environment or embracing the vegetarian choice, supporting the cause of the farmers who march on the Sanremo Festival or taking clear position in favor of the therapeutic use of cannabis.
Ever regretted it?
«No, never. Above all, I have always rejected fake respectability that perhaps hide monstrosities: it is not at all a given that a respectable person is a ‘respectable’ person…”, replies the actress interviewed by ‘Leggo’, in Sorrentoon the occasion of the awarding of the ‘Sorrento Peninsula Award’ career achievement by the artistic director Mario Espositoawarded on the stage of the Teatro Tasso together with other exponents of the world of cinema and entertainment such as Anna FogliettaMaurizio Mattioli, Luca Ward, Mario Venuti, Nadia Rinaldi, Pippo Balistreri, Luigi Lonigro, Luca Manfredi.
On set at just 14 years old: too early?
«To tell the truth, I have seen many actors start out as ‘children’… However, reflecting on it now, I think that childhood should never be ‘stolen’. And in this sense I can say that my childhood was stolen from me. It’s one thing to play, it’s another thing to work. Now, especially in the USA but also here, there are more protections, there are precise times and breaks; but when I was little, no. I also worked 15 or 16 hours a day and without eating. I was a little girl… yes, maybe it was really too early! Then, of course: success is beautiful, it’s intoxicating, especially in the relationship with the public.”
In your immediate life horizon, 70 years of age are looming: how do you approach this milestone as a splendid seventy-year-old?
«By running away… I don’t want any celebration that day, I don’t like these useless celebrations. I just want to thank God for being alive and healthy and with a family that loves each other and gets along. But I would also like psychologically to avoid feeling this burden. After all, dates are our invention, everything is relative. You are what you feel you are and you are how you feel you are.”
Will you sue the registry office?
«Good idea – he approves, laughing – Yes, I will sue the registry office. I always like to look forward, not backwards.”
Roman, of Neapolitan origins, with Russian and German family traces… Is there an identity that you feel is more yours?
«I understand them all. On the one hand I feel like I am a sunny, southern woman; but on the other hand I also retain a more melancholy, more shady side, which we could define as northern. In me, both natures coexist, but I definitely prefer the southern one, which is brighter and more welcoming.”
However, he somehow ‘betrayed’ Rome and Naples, choosing to live in a farmhouse in the Piedmont countryside…
«I did it to keep my family logistically closer together.
But I often travel back and forth between Piedmont and Rome: I love my city so much, but every corner reminds me of something. And I still have to heal my wounds.” Last update: Wednesday 30 October 2024, 05:00
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Ah, Ornella Muti! A woman who’s managed to be both a diva and a dearly uncompromising activist. I mean, how many of us can pull off saving the planet while also looking fabulous on a movie set? Usually, when I try to save the planet in my pajamas, it just ends with me ordering takeout because I can’t be bothered to cook. But I digress!
Let’s talk about her radical choices and how she’s made quite the name for herself—whether by defending the environment, embracing vegetarianism, or advocating for the therapeutic use of cannabis. Because, honestly, if you’re going to have meltdowns about the Earth’s impending doom, you might as well be chill about it, right?
Now, I love how Ornella flat-out states, “No, never” when asked if she’s regretted her choices. She’s not one for hiding behind “fake respectability.” It’s like she’s saying, “I’d rather be true to myself than compromise for anyone else’s approval.” That’s not just refreshing; that’s practically a breath of organic, free-range, gluten-free air in this era!
And let’s be real: getting into acting at just 14? That’s just far too young for any kid. I barely knew how to tie my shoelaces at that age, let alone perform in front of a camera! She mentions working 15 to 16 hours a day—goodness gracious! And without food? Sounds like a nightmare! Working those hours would just have me contemplating a lifetime supply of pizza, not movie roles. Heh, my childhood was stolen too, but I lost it behind the couch when I wasn’t getting enough snack breaks!
Her take on reaching 70? Classic! “I just want to thank God for being alive” followed by a humorous quip about suing the registry office for putting a date on milestones. If we could all just sue our calendars, maybe aging wouldn’t feel so oppressive!
And then there’s her rich cultural identity—Roman by birth, but with roots stretching deep to Neapolitan, Russian, and German. I mean, this woman has enough cultural layers for a lasagna! But she embraces her southern sunny side, which makes sense since those from the south are known for their warmth and hospitality. Meanwhile, I simply prefer the sunny side of breakfast—over-easy, please!
And oh, the fact that she’s moved to the Piedmont countryside? “To keep my family logistically closer together.” Okay, I’m not sure how that works, but she’s managed to stay connected to her roots while thriving in nature—good for her! Meanwhile, I’m typing this from my apartment surrounded by boxes that I’ve strategically ignored for the last decade.
In summary, Ornella Muti comes out like a hurricane of authenticity and readiness to challenge the status quo. If I could channel even 1% of her commitment while balancing my pizza habit and couch surfing, I’d be twice the person I am today! So here’s to her running away from conventional celebrations and living on her terms. Aging might be inevitable, but living life unapologetically? Now that’s a choice worth celebrating! Cheers to that, with a hint of non-processed kale juice—just to keep it healthy!
Ornella Muti, a captivating woman and an iconic diva renowned for her bold choices, emphatically declares that she lives “always without compromise.” Whether passionately advocating for environmental protection, making the informed decision to embrace a vegetarian lifestyle, championing the farmers’ rights at the prestigious Sanremo Festival, or taking a definitive stance in favor of the therapeutic use of cannabis, Muti remains unwavering in her beliefs.
Ever regretted it?
«No, never. Above all, I have always rejected fake respectability that perhaps hides monstrosities. It is not at all a given that a respectable person is a ‘respectable’ person…,” replied Muti in an insightful interview with ‘Leggo’, in Sorrento. This discussion took place during the formal presentation of the ‘Sorrento Peninsula Award’, which recognized her remarkable career achievements. The award ceremony, hosted by the artistic director Mario Esposito, was held on the enchanting stage of the Teatro Tasso and celebrated alongside other illustrious figures from the realms of cinema and entertainment, including esteemed actors such as Anna Foglietta, Maurizio Mattioli, Luca Ward, Mario Venuti, Nadia Rinaldi, Pippo Balistreri, Luigi Lonigro, and Luca Manfredi.
On set at just 14 years old: too early?
«To tell the truth, I have seen many actors start out as ‘children’… However, reflecting on it now, I think that childhood should never be ‘stolen’. In this sense, I can unequivocally say that my childhood was stolen from me. It’s one thing to play, it’s another thing to work. Back then, especially in the USA but also here in Italy, there weren’t many protections for young actors. I worked 15 or 16 hours a day often without breaks or food. I was a little girl… yes, maybe it was really too early! Then, of course: success is beautiful, it’s intoxicating, especially in the way it cultivates a relationship with the public.”
In your immediate life horizon, 70 years of age are looming: how do you approach this milestone as a splendid seventy-year-old?
«By running away… I don’t want any celebration that day, I don’t like these useless celebrations. I simply want to express gratitude to God for allowing me to be alive and healthy, surrounded by a loving family that gets along. Psychologically, I also wish to avoid feeling the weight of this milestone. After all, dates are human inventions; everything is relative. You are what you feel you are and you are how you feel you are.”
Will you sue the registry office?
«Good idea – she laughed in approval – Yes, I will sue the registry office. I always prefer to look forward, not backwards.”
Roman, of Neapolitan origins, with Russian and German family traces… Is there an identity that you feel is more yours?
«I understand them all. On the one hand, I feel like a sunny, southern woman; on the other hand, I retain a more melancholy, shaded side, which could be categorized as northern. Within me, both natures coexist, but I undeniably prefer the southern one, characterized by its brightness and warmth.”
However, she somehow ‘betrayed’ Rome and Naples, choosing to live in a farmhouse in the Piedmont countryside…
«I did it to keep my family logistically closer together. I often travel back and forth between Piedmont and Rome: my love for my city is profound, yet every corner evokes memories. And I am still in the process of healing my wounds.” Last update: Wednesday 30 October 2024, 05:00
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