About
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.
Filmography
Zorro, Rider of Vengeance1971 · Director
Blood Calls to Blood1968 · Director
The Magnificent Texan1967 · Director, Screenplay
The Big Blackout1966 · Director
Adventurer of Tortuga1965 · Director, Writer
Revenge of The Gladiators1964 · Story, Director
Kidnapped to Mystery Island1964 · Director
Return of Sandokan1964 · Director, Writer
Sandokan Fights Back1964 · Director, Screenplay
Hercules and the Pirates1964 · Director
The Lion of St. Mark1963 · Director, Screenplay
Blood of the Executioner1963 · Director, Screenplay
Zorro in the Court of Spain1963 · Director
Zorro and the Three Musketeers1963 · Director
Tiger of the Seven Seas1962 · Director, Screenplay
The Red Sheik1962 · Screenplay
The Vengeance of Ursus1961 · Director
Drakut the Avenger1961 · Director
Sword in the Shadows1961 · Director
Terror of the Red Mask1960 · Director, Screenplay