Bruno Vailati

Producer, Schrijver, Regisseur, Redacteur

2 september 1919 — 26 februari 1990 (70 years)
Bruno Vailati was an Italian film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his contributions to adventure and historical films. Born in Alexandria, Egypt, he was the son of an Italian father and an Egyptian mother. Vailati began his career in the film industry as a screenwriter and assistant director. He co-directed The Giant of Marathon (1959) and The Thief of Baghdad (1961), both featuring American actor Steve Reeves. In 1963, he co-directed Torpedo Bay, a war film starring James Mason. Vailati was also an accomplished underwater filmmaker, directing documentaries such as Andrea Doria -74 (1970), which explored the wreck of the Italian ocean liner. His work is noted for its adventurous spirit and technical proficiency, particularly in underwater cinematography.

Movies & Shows on Plex

  • Ercole e la regina di Lidia
    Ercole e la regina di Lidia1959

Known For

  • Ercole e la regina di Lidia
    Ercole e la regina di Lidia1959
  • The Giant of Marathon
    The Giant of Marathon1959
  • Caltiki, het mensverterende monster
    Caltiki, het mensverterende monster1959
  • The Thief of Baghdad
    The Thief of Baghdad1961
  • The Golden Arrow
    The Golden Arrow1962
  • Non perdiamo la testa
    Non perdiamo la testa1959
  • Sharks and Men
    Sharks and Men1976
  • Pericolo negli abissi
    Pericolo negli abissi1977
  • Friendly Monsters of the Deep
    Friendly Monsters of the Deep1977