Al Pacino — biographical portrait
A Documentary Film

Al Pacino

b. 1940

Alfredo James Pacino, universally known as Al Pacino, stands as one of the most celebrated and influential actors in the history of cinema. Born on April 25, 1940, in East Harlem, New York City, Pacino has built a career spanning over five decades that has redefined the art of screen acting. Known...

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86
Years Old
50+
Film Credits
9
Academy Awards
7
Chapters

Chapters

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Origins

The Beginning

Alfredo James Pacino, universally known as Al Pacino, stands as one of the most celebrated and influential actors in the history of cinema. Born on April 25, 1940, in East Harlem, New York City, Pacino has built a career spanning over five decades that has redefined the art of screen...

02

The Rise

Building a Legacy

Pacino's film career began with small roles that hinted at his potential. In "Me, Natalie" (1969), he had a brief appearance that gave him his first film credit.

03

The Work

Defining Moments

- **...And Justice for All** (1979) - Arthur Kirkland - Courtroom drama with famous "You're out of order!" speech - Fifth Academy Award nomination

04

The Peak

Greatest Achievements

Al Pacino is one of the most decorated actors in the history of entertainment, having achieved the rare Triple Crown of Acting with wins at the Academy Awards, Tony Awards, and Primetime Emmy Awards. With one Academy Award, four Tony Awards, and two Primetime Emmy Awards, his trophy case...

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The Legacy

Lasting Impact

Al Pacino has never married, despite several high-profile relationships throughout his life. His romantic history includes some of Hollywood's most famous women.

trilogy and Tony Montana in

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The Godfather Part II

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The Godfather Part III

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he delivered a string of extraordinary performances that defined the decade's cinema. In

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(1973), he portrayed Frank Serpico, the real-life police officer who exposed corruption in the NYPD. The role earned him another Oscar nomination and demonstrated his commitment to socially relevant material.

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Filmography

Year Title Role/Impact Type
1940 Introduction Performance Film
1972 Early Stardom and The Godfather Performance Film
1970 A Golden Decade Performance Film
1980 Scarface and Evolution Performance Film
1990 Oscar Glory Performance Film
2000 Later Career and Continued Excellence Performance Film
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