Gian Paolo Callegari
An image from Stromboli, one of the productions that also features Gian Paolo Callegari.

Gian Paolo Callegari

November 24, 1909 — Rome, Italy

Gian Paolo Callegari was an Italian screenwriter, journalist, and film director. He began his career as a journalist and novelist before transitioning to screenwriting and directing. Callegari directed films such as The Knight of the Black Sword (1956) and The Black Duke (1963). His work often focused on historical and adventure themes, contributing to the Italian genre cinema of the mid-20th century.

Stromboli

Stromboli

1950

The 300 Spartans

The 300 Spartans

1962

The Tall, The Short, The Cat

The Tall, The Short, The Cat

1967

The Minotaur, the Wild Beast of Crete

The Minotaur, the Wild Beast of Crete

1960

Revolt of the Praetorians

Revolt of the Praetorians

1964

Gladiator of Rome

Gladiator of Rome

1962

Pontius Pilate

Pontius Pilate

1962

The Avenger of Venice

The Avenger of Venice

1964