Ennio Flaiano

Ennio Flaiano (born 5 March 1910 – died 20 November 1972) was an Italian screenwriter, playwright, novelist, journalist, and drama critic. Perhaps best known for his work with Federico Fellini, Flaiano co-wrote ten screenplays with the Italian director, including La Strada (1954), La Dolce Vita (1960), and 8½ (1963).