Luigi Capuano
Directing
- Born
- July 13, 1904 · Napoli, Campania, Italia
- Died
- October 20, 1979 (age 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 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.
Known for
Blood of the Executioner
September 19, 1963
Tiger of the Seven Seas
December 23, 1962
Sandokan Fights Back
August 13, 1964
Zorro and the Three Musketeers
February 14, 1963
The Lion of St. Mark
November 21, 1963
Kidnapped to Mystery Island
December 27, 1964
Drakut the Avenger
October 6, 1961
Maruzzella
September 27, 1956
Blood Calls to Blood
April 6, 1968
Return of Sandokan
October 18, 1964
Adventurer of Tortuga
August 12, 1965
The Magnificent Texan
July 28, 1967
Behind the camera44
- 1971Zorro, Rider of Vengeance Director
- 1968Blood Calls to Blood Director
- 1967The Magnificent Texan Director, Screenplay
- 1966The Big Blackout Director
- 1965Adventurer of Tortuga Director, Writer
- 1964Revenge of The Gladiators Story, Director
- 1964Kidnapped to Mystery Island Director
- 1964Return of Sandokan Director, Writer
- 1964Sandokan Fights Back Director, Screenplay
- 1964Hercules and the Pirates