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Domenico Paolella

Director, Writer, Producer, Additional Credits
Born October 18, 1915Died October 7, 2002 (86 years)
Domenico Paolella was an Italian film director and screenwriter whose career encompassed a wide range of genres from the 1940s to the 1970s. Born in Foggia, Apulia, he began his career directing documentaries and short films before transitioning to feature films. Paolella directed over 50 films, including historical epics like Hercules and the Tyrants of Babylon (1964), adventure films such as The Two Gladiators (1964), and Spaghetti Westerns like Execution (1968). He was also known for his work in the nunsploitation genre with films like The Nuns of Saint Archangel (1973). Paolella's films are noted for their dynamic storytelling and engagement with popular cinematic trends of his time.

Known For

  • The Nun and the Devil
  • Hercules and the Tyrants of Babylon
  • Stunt Squad
  • Destination Piovarolo
  • Women of Devil's Island
  • Story of a Cloistered Nun
  • Hercules Against the Mongols
  • Body Puzzle
  • Hercules Against the Barbarians
  • Danger!! Death Ray
  • Pirates of the Coast
  • Avenger of the Seven Seas
  • Execution
  • Il coraggio
  • Operation Atlantis
  • Gardenia
  • The Secret of the Black Falcon
  • Maciste contro lo sceicco
  • Rebel Gladiators
  • Challenge of the Gladiator
  • Goliath at the Conquest of Damascus
  • Power and Lovers
  • Hate for Hate
  • Belli e brutti ridono tutti

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