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Luigi Capuano
Born July 13, 1904 · Napoli, Campania, Italia
Died October 20, 1979 · aged 75
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 wor…
Known For
Hercules and the Pirates · 1964Hercules and the Pirates
★ 9.01964
MovieAdventureAction
aka Hercules and the Black Pirates. Brave and noble Samson fights pirates as a soldier in the royal army. He wants to marry lovely fair maiden Rosita, but her haughty governor father disapproves. Meanwhile, the cunning and duplicitous Rodrigo Sanchez joins forces with the wicked Black Pirate to thwart Samson.
Maruzzella · 1956Maruzzella
★ 7.41956
MovieMusicRomance
Maruzzella is in love with Salvatore, who in turn is infatuated with Donna Carmela, Maruzzella's stepmother. As if that were not enough, Carmela deprives Maruzzella of her inheritance. When Salvatore comes to visit Renato, his old poor and needy schoolmate, the situation takes a strange development.
The Lion of St. Mark · 1963The Lion of St. Mark
★ 4.31963
MovieAdventureAction
In 1620 pirates are terrorizing the Adriatic coast. Our hero sets out to defeat them.
Kidnapped to Mystery Island · 1964Kidnapped to Mystery Island
★ 6.81964
MovieAdventure
Three year old Ada, daughter of the British captain McPherson, is captured by the Indian Tukh sect to represent the incarnation of Kali. Ever hidden in a vast underground system of caverns, she watches over human sacrifices, doubting her vocation. 15 years have passed when her father finally finds her and attempts a rescue, together with a snake-hunter who has fallen in love with her.
Zorro and the Three Musketeers · 1963Zorro and the Three Musketeers
★ 6.01963
MovieActionAdventure
In the first half of the 1600's, France is at war with Spain. The cousin of the king of Spain, Isabella, is held captive in the French castle, and the Count of Seville is sent to France as a diplomat. While there, he is escorted by the Three Musketeers, who discover that he has secretly made a deal with Cardinal Richelieu to disclose Spanish military secrets in exchange for Isabella's release. However, he is merely bluffing and plans to take Isabella by force. When the musketeers discover this, they come to his aid, and together the four of them work at freeing the Countess. Meanwhile, the Count doubles as Zorro to free the Spanish court from a treacherous suitor.
Sword in the Shadows · 1961Sword in the Shadows
★ 8.01961
Movie
Sword in the Shadows (Italian: Una spada nell'ombra) is a 1961 Italian swashbuckler film directed by Luigi Capuano and starring Tamara Lees and Livio Lorenzon.
The Magnificent Texan · 1967The Magnificent Texan
★ 5.71967
MovieWestern
A gang of bandits burn down the Red House belonging to Pablo Lopez. The whole Lopez family is murdered except ten year old Manuel, who is scarred for life by the horrifying sight of his dead parents and burning home. Fifteen years later, Manuel has grown up. After living through many adventures he returns to his village in disguise. Two things are on his mind: to find his long-loved Evelyn and to take revenge on those responsible for the slaughter at the Red House.
Sandokan Fights Back · 1964Sandokan Fights Back
★ 6.01964
MovieAdventure
When Sandokan learns he is the rightful heir to the throne of Malaysia, he immediately sets off to claim his land back.
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