VALLETTA: Renowned Maltese author and film director Elio Lombardi has died at the age of 92. He directed over 100 films.
He made his debut feature in 1988 with Frida, and is mostly known for Il- Violonijsta (2004). He penned the scripts for most of his films.
He received the Medal for Service to the Republic in 2020, and the Malta Cine Circle Lifetime Achievement Award in 2025.
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