Vittorio Nino Novarese, a talented and influential Italian costume designer, embarked on a remarkable journey in the United States in 1949, ultimately leaving a lasting impression on the Hollywood film industry.
During his inaugural year in the industry, Novarese received a prestigious Academy Award nomination for his outstanding work on the film Prince of Foxes, a testament to his exceptional skill and creativity.
Fast forward to 14 years later, Novarese's remarkable career culminated in a major triumph when he won the Academy Award for his breathtakingly grandiose and epic costume design in the iconic film Cleopatra.
Notably, the illustrious career of Novarese persisted in its trajectory of excellence, with a remarkable two nominations in the year 1965 for his outstanding contributions to the cinematic masterpieces, The Agony and the Ecstasy and The Greatest Story Ever Told.
In a fascinating juxtaposition, Novarese's background in militarism, which might have led one to anticipate a differing outcome, surprisingly provided him with a profound understanding of the diverse attire and armament of soldiers across various ranks throughout the annals of history.
Notably, Novarese's daughter, Letícia Román, is a talented and accomplished actress who has had the privilege of sharing the screen with a diverse range of notable actors, including the renowned American actor John Saxon, with whom she co-starred in the 1963 Italian thriller film The Girl Who Knew Too Much.
