Troisi

Troisi is an Italian surname. It is associated with several figures in Italian arts and culture, most notably Massimo Troisi, an actor, director, and screenwriter who became a leading figure in Neapolitan cinema.

Massimo Troisi (1953–1994) was an Italian actor, director, and writer known for his sensitive and humorous portrayals of everyday life. Born in San Giorgio a Cremano near Naples, he began his career in theater before transitioning to film. He directed Ricomincio da tre (1981), his widely praised debut, which established his distinctive blend of warmth, irony, and social observation. He later co-starred with Roberto Benigni in Non ci resta che piangere (1984), a collaboration that further raised his profile. Troisi’s international breakthrough came with Il Postino (1994), a film he wrote and starred in; it was released after his death and received widespread acclaim, helping to bring Italian cinema to a broader audience.

Troisi’s work is remembered for its intimate, humane approach and its sensitivity to the everyday lives of ordinary people. His contributions to Italian film, particularly his role in shaping Neapolitan storytelling on the screen, continue to be cited as influential within the field. The surname Troisi remains relatively uncommon and is most strongly associated with his legacy in Italian culture.