 His role of most esteem, however, is perhaps as Napoleon in Sergio Corbucci's comedy "Chi si ferma è perduto" in 1963.His great grandfather was Antonio Petito (1822–1876), also a Neapolitan, who was an esteemed stage actor, known for his roles as a Pulcinella in the "commedia dell'arte" theatrical scene.His first role in film was in Esodo Pratelli's comedy, "A che servono questi quattrini?