Luigi Capuano
Directing
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.
Behind the camera
1971Zorro, Rider of Vengeance
Director
1968Blood Calls to Blood
Director
1967The Magnificent Texan
Director & Screenplay
1966The Big Blackout
Director
1965Adventurer of Tortuga
Director & Writer
1964Return of Sandokan
Director & Writer
1964Sandokan Fights Back
Director & Screenplay
1964Kidnapped to Mystery Island
Director
1964Hercules and the Pirates
Director
1964Revenge of The Gladiators
Director
1963Blood of the Executioner
Director & Screenplay
1963The Lion of St. Mark
Director & Screenplay
1963Zorro and the Three Musketeers
Director
1963Zorro in the Court of Spain
Director
1962Tiger of the Seven Seas
Director & Screenplay
1962The Red Sheik
Screenplay
1961The Vengeance of Ursus
Director
1961Sword in the Shadows
Director
1961Drakut the Avenger
Director
1960Terror of the Red Mask
Director & Screenplay
1959Il mondo dei miracoli
Director
1958Carousel of songs
Director & Screenplay
1957Serenata a Maria
Director & Screenplay
1957Il conte di Matera
Director