Mario Caiano

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Mario Caiano

Born February 13, 1933 · Rome, Lazio, Italy

Died September 20, 2015 · aged 82

Mario Caiano (February 13, 1933-September 20, 2015) was an Italian film director, screenwriter and second unit director. Born in Rome, he directed nearly 50 films since 1961 and 27 films and TV scripts since 1954. Caiano directed and wrote the script to the 1965 horror film starring Barbara Steele, Nightmare Castle (Amanti d'oltretomba) and for the 1972 horror film Eye in the Labyrinth. Descrip…

Known For

A Fistful of DollarsA Fistful of Dollars · 1964
A Fistful of Dollars
7.81964
MovieWestern
The Man With No Name enters the Mexican village of San Miguel in the midst of a power struggle among the three Rojo brothers and sheriff John Baxter. When a regiment of Mexican soldiers bearing gold intended to pay for new weapons is waylaid by the Rojo brothers, the stranger inserts himself into the middle of the long-simmering battle, selling false information to both sides for his own benefit.
The Loves of SalammboThe Loves of Salammbo · 1960
The Loves of Salammbo
4.81960
MovieAdventure
During the 3rd century B.C. a horde of barbarians are hired by the Phoenian city of Carthage to fight against the Roman empire, but when the city's ruler is unable to fulfill the promised payment made to the mercenaries, they attack the African settlement, where Salammbô --the king's daughter and high priestess of goddess Tanit- tries to settle the matter when the Barbarian leader who has fallen for her steals the sacred veil of Carthage from the temple, without taking into account the evil schemes of a powerful member of the council of wise men.
Bullets Don't ArgueBullets Don't Argue · 1964
Bullets Don't Argue
6.21964
MovieWestern
On his own wedding day, sheriff Pat Garrett must leave and try to arrest two bank robbers.
Adios, HombreAdios, Hombre · 1967
Adios, Hombre
5.51967
MovieWestern
A man is arrested, tried and convicted for a robbery that was actually committed by someone else. After he gets out of prison, he goes in search of the real robbers.
Wild Cats on the BeachWild Cats on the Beach · 1959
Wild Cats on the Beach
5.21959
MovieComedy
Various short stories. Giovanna arrives from Rome with her husband Alberto for a film audition. The journalist Gino comes to interview the great industrial Signore Carsoli. The famous American actress Rita is in search of her umpteenth husband. Leopoldo and Angelina from Sicily are on vacation in Rome where they meet the street smart Nicola.
Return of Shanghai JoeReturn of Shanghai Joe · 1975
Return of Shanghai Joe
5.81975
MovieWesternAction
A sinister town boss called Pat Barnes has exploited almost everyone in the town. If they don't succumb to his demands they normally end up dead. Barnes is finally brought down by Shanghai Joe and a smooth-talking snake-oil salesman.
The Fighting Fist of Shanghai JoeThe Fighting Fist of Shanghai Joe · 1973
The Fighting Fist of Shanghai Joe
5.11973
MovieWesternAction
A Chinese immigrant, recently arrived in America, fights to free Mexican slaves from their cruel master.
Nazi Love Camp 27Nazi Love Camp 27 · 1977
Nazi Love Camp 27
4.71977
MovieDrama
When World War II breaks out, two German lovers are cruelly separated. While he is sent to fight at the front, she, a Jewish girl, is sent to a concentration camp where humiliation and death have been elevated to a sinister art.

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Ringo: The Lone RiderRingo: The Lone Rider · 1968
Ringo: The Lone Rider
5.61968
MovieWestern
A town is being terrorized by a gang of marauders led by Bill Anderson, a clever bandit boss. The town's leadership is deciding to do something against the problem, but it does not believe bringing in the military will be a solution. It is agreed upon that they will request help from the well-known Pinkerton agency. At the same time, Ringo, a gunslinger, is chasing after the bandits. He suspects a deeper-sitting conspiracy than random bandit assaults. He joins forces with the newly arrived under cover Pinkerton agent, to uncover a plot between a local businessman, the Mexican revolution and bandit's heist loot of gold. But the bandits have long planned to move on. Disguised as Mormons, they are moving west to start a new life of farming during the day and robbing stage coaches at night. Ringo and the agent track them down....

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