Luigi Capuano
Director, Writer
July 13, 1904 — October 20, 1979 (75 years)
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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Filmography
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| 1967 | The Magnificent Texan · as Screenplay |
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| 1964 | Sandokan alla riscossa · as Screenplay |
| 1963 | The Lion of St. Mark · as Screenplay |
| 1963 | The Executioner of Venice · as Screenplay |
| 1962 | Tiger of the Seven Seas · as Screenplay |
| 1962 | Lo sceicco rosso · as Screenplay |
| 1960 | Terror of the Red Mask · as Screenplay |
| 1956 | Amaramente · as Screenplay |
| 1956 | Mermaid of Naples · as Screenplay |
| 1954 | Lettera napoletana · as Screenplay |
| 1969 | Un corpo caldo per l'inferno · as Story |
| 1964 | La vendetta dei gladiatori · as Story |
| 1958 | Carosello di canzoni · as Story |
| 1951 | Bellezze a Capri · as Story |