Nick Vallelonga is a renowned film producer, writer, and actor who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. Born into a family of actors, Nick's passion for filmmaking began at a young age. He made his acting debut in the wedding scenes of The Godfather at the tender age of 12.
Nick's writing career took off when he co-wrote the script for "Deadfall" with director Christopher Coppola. The film, starring Nicolas Cage, Michael Biehn, and James Coburn, was a critical and commercial success. He then went on to write and direct several independent films, including "In the Kingdom of the Blind, the Man with One Eye Is King", which featured an ensemble cast including William Petersen, Michael Biehn, and Paul Winfield.
Nick's breakthrough came when he co-wrote and produced the Academy Award-winning film "Green Book" with Peter Farrelly and Brian Hayes Currie. The film, based on the true story of his father Tony Lip's journey with Dr. Donald Shirley, won two Oscars and two Golden Globes.
In addition to his work on "Green Book", Nick has also appeared in several films and television shows, including "The Many Saints of Newark", "The Birthday Cake", "Pay Dirt", "The Comeback Trail", and "Poison Rose". He has also produced numerous films and television shows, including "A Modern Twain Story: The Prince and the Pauper", "Stiletto", "Yellow Rock", "Chocolate City", "I Am Wrath", and "Vigilante Diaries".
Nick's production company, Vallelonga Productions, has several projects in development, including "That's Amore!", "Reunion", "Men at Sea", "10 Double Zero", "American Noir", "Brute Force", "New York City Christmas", and "Copacabana". With his extensive experience in the entertainment industry, Nick Vallelonga is undoubtedly a talented and accomplished filmmaker who continues to make his mark on the world of cinema.