Luigi Capuano
Known for: Directing
Born: July 12, 1904 in Napoli, Campania, Italia - Died: October 19, 1979
Luigi Capuano was an Italian film director and screenwriter known for his work in the adventure and peplum (sword-and-sandal) genres. Born in Naples, he served as a pilot during World War II, an experience that influenced his future work in cinema. After the war, Capuano transitioned into filmmaking, directing 43 films between 1947 and 1971. He often used the pseudonym Lewis King. His notable works include The Two Orphans (1954), The Last of the Vikings (1961), and Zorro and the Three Musketeers (1963). Capuano's films are characterized by their dynamic storytelling and engaging action sequences, contributing significantly to Italian popular cinema during his active years.
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Vertigine d'amore
Director
Maruzzella
Director
Lettera napoletana
Screenplay
Beauties in Capri
Story
Blood Calls to Blood
Director
The Magnificent Texan
Director
Blood of the Executioner
Director
Return of Sandokan
Director
Revenge of The Gladiators
Story
La strada finisce sul fiume
Writer
Ergastolo
Director
La rossa
Screenplay
The Lion of St. Mark
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Adventurer of Tortuga
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Tiger of the Seven Seas
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The Vengeance of Ursus
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Serenata a Maria
Screenplay
Bitterly
Director
Sandokan Fights Back
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Zorro, Rider of Vengeance
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Piscatore 'e Pusilleco
Screenplay
Terror of the Red Mask
Director
Scapricciatiello
Director
Il conte di Matera
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