Giancarlo Giannini, precisely 5ft 6 ½ (168.9 cm) tall, is an Italian actor whose compact stature amplified his intense, commanding screen presence in dramatic roles.
His height contributed to memorable performances as the passionate husband in Swept Away, the desperate survivor in Seven Beauties (earning an Oscar nomination), the conflicted lover in The Innocent, and the enigmatic Rene Mathis in Casino Royale and Hannibal. Giannini's physical presence enhanced his portrayals in Lili Marleen, A Walk in the Clouds, Mimic, and The Rogues, making his characters deceptively powerful.
- Also a acclaimed voice actor, dubbing Fritz the Cat.
- Film director and screenwriter.