Writing
Gian Paolo Callegari
FR, IT, EN cinema · 37 credits
Born
24 November 1909
Died
5 September 1982 (aged 72)
Birthplace
Rome, Italy
Also known as Gianpaolo Callegari · Giampaolo Callegari
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.
Known for
Filmography

Virility
Writer

The Tall, The Short, The Cat
Screenplay, Story

The Avenger of Venice
Screenplay

Pontius Pilate
Director, Screenplay

Samson Against the Sheik
Screenplay, Story

Call 22-22 Lieutenant Sheridan
Story Supervisor

The Head of a Tyrant
Screenplay

Gioventù disperata
Screenplay

Amarti è il mio destino
Screenplay

Mystery of the Black Jungle
Director, Writer

Black Devils of Kali
Writer, Director

I Piombi di Venezia
Director, Writer

Eran trecento
Screenplay, Story, Director

Last Meeting
Screenplay

The Fighting Men
Screenplay

Stromboli
Screenplay

The Outlaws
Screenplay

Dagli Appennini alle Ande
Screenplay

Il fanciullo del West
Screenplay

The Thrill of the Skies
Story, Assistant Director


















