About
Born on December 4, 1932, in Corleone, Sicily, Michele Lupo began his career in the film industry as an assistant director. He made his directorial debut with Maciste il gladiatore più forte del mondo (1962), marking the start of a prolific career. Lupo directed 23 films between 1962 and 1982, spanning various genres including peplum, westerns, and comedies. Notable works include Goliath and the Sins of Babylon (1963), The Master Touch (1972), and Buddy Goes West (1981). He frequently collaborated with actor Bud Spencer, contributing to the popularity of Italian action-comedy films. Lupo passed away on June 27, 1989, in Rome, Italy.
Filmography
Bomber1982 · Director
Buddy Goes West1981 · Director
Why Did You Pick On Me?1980 · Director
The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid1979 · Director
They Called Him Bulldozer1978 · Director
California1977 · Director
Africa Express1975 · Director
Mean Frank and Crazy Tony1973 · Director
The Master Touch1972 · Writer, Director
Ben & Charlie1972 · Director
Stanza 17-17 palazzo delle tasse, ufficio imposte1971 · Director, Writer
The Weekend Murders1970 · Director
Una storia d'amore1970 · Director
Seven Times Seven1968 · Director
Master Stroke1967 · Director
Your Turn to Die1967 · Director
Arizona Colt1966 · Director
Seven Rebel Gladiators1965 · Director
Fistful of Knuckles1965 · Director
The Revenge of the Gladiators1964 · Director