Born in Rome, Italy. After completing her undergraduate studies in
1965, she moved to United States. Became a member of the Actor's Studio
in 1969. Began her movie career and worked with
Al Pacino and
Arthur Penn. In
1985 she founded the "Duse Studio" with
Giuseppe Perruccio. Currently works on
movies, writing and directing. Still teaches at the "Duse
Studio".