In Ridley Scott’s ‘House of Gucci,’ Lady Gaga portrays Patrizia Reggiani, a woman involved in the complex and controversial Gucci family saga. Gaga, of Italian descent, dedicated nine months to adopting a nuanced Italian accent, initially starting with a Northern Italian dialect from Vignola to reflect Patrizia’s humble roots, and adjusting her accent based on her character’s social status and interactions. She immersed herself in the role by dyeing her hair black, paying close attention to her environment, and exploring her character’s love for beautiful things, which contributed to her authentic portrayal. Gaga aimed to depict Patrizia as a multi-dimensional figure, focusing on her survival instincts rather than villainy, and chose not to meet the real Patrizia or read her biography to maintain artistic independence. Her intense method acting led to psychological challenges post-filming, with lingering effects from her immersion in the role. The film also dramatizes the story of Patrizia Reggiani’s alleged involvement in forging Rodolfo Gucci’s signature, a crime she was never officially charged with. In reality, Maurizio Gucci, her husband, was accused of forging his father Rodolfo Gucci’s signature to transfer shares, but the court later cleared him of these charges. The film, however, depicts Patrizia as the mastermind behind the forgery, a narrative choice made to enhance the story’s dramatic tension. In truth, the legal records show that Maurizio’s secretary and her assistant were involved, with Patrizia remaining on the sidelines during the legal proceedings. The movie’s portrayal emphasizes her as a central figure in all major events, including the forgery, to build a compelling character arc and justify her eventual conviction for murder.