Michele Lupo
Directing
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.
Behind the camera
1982Bomber
Director
1981Buddy Goes West
Director
1980Why Did You Pick On Me?
Director
1979The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid
Director
1978They Called Him Bulldozer
Director
1977California
Director
1975Africa Express
Director
1973Mean Frank and Crazy Tony
Director
1972Ben & Charlie
Director
1972The Master Touch
Director & Writer
1971Stanza 17-17 palazzo delle tasse, ufficio imposte
Director & Writer
1970Una storia d'amore
Director
1970The Weekend Murders
Director
1968Seven Times Seven
Director
1967Your Turn to Die
Director
1967Master Stroke
Director
1966Arizona Colt
Director
1965Fistful of Knuckles
Director
1965Seven Rebel Gladiators
Director
1964Seven Slaves Against the World
Director & Writer
1964The Revenge of the Gladiators
Director
1963Goliath and the Sins of Babylon
Director
1962Colossus of the Arena
Director