Margaret Mazzantini

Margaret Mazzantini (born October 27, 1961) is an Italian-Irish writer and actress best known for her novels including Non ti muovere (Don't Move, 2001), which won the prestigious Premio Strega, Venuto al mondo (Twice Born, 2008), and Splendore (2013). Her works have been adapted into acclaimed films directed by her husband Sergio Castellitto, and she has received numerous awards such as the Campiello Prize and Rapallo Carige Prize.