Steno - Mario Monicelli

The Profile

Steno (Stefano Vanzina) and Mario Monicelli were Italian film directors and screenwriters associated with post‑war Italian comedy. They co‑directed Guardie e ladri (1951), starring Totò and Aldo Fabrizi.

Guardie e ladri (1951) was directed by the duo Steno and Mario Monicelli. The film stars Totò and Aldo Fabrizi. Cinematography is by Mario Bava and the score by Alessandro Cicognini. Screenwriters mentioned in reviews include Vitaliano Brancati, Ennio Flaiano, and Ettore Maccari; story by Piero Tellini. The film earned recognition at Cannes and a silver ribbon for Totò, according to the review.

A positive, nostalgic appraisal of Guardie e ladri (1951) directed by the duo Steno and Mario Monicelli. The review highlights Totò and Aldo Fabrizi's performances, Mario Bava's photography and Alessandro Cicognini's score. It discusses contemporary criticism and censorship of the era. The reviewer awards the film a top rating.