Bruno Vailati
Born: 1919-09-02 in Alexandria, Egypt
Died: 1990-02-26
Known For: Writing
Biography
Bruno Vailati was an Italian film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his contributions to adventure and historical films. Born in Alexandria, Egypt, he was the son of an Italian father and an Egyptian mother. Vailati began his career in the film industry as a screenwriter and assistant director. He co-directed The Giant of Marathon (1959) and The Thief of Baghdad (1961), both featuring American actor Steve Reeves. In 1963, he co-directed Torpedo Bay, a war film starring James Mason. Vailati was also an accomplished underwater filmmaker, directing documentaries such as Andrea Doria -74 (1970), which explored the wreck of the Italian ocean liner. His work is noted for its adventurous spirit and technical proficiency, particularly in underwater cinematography.
Filmography
2020
- Uomini e squali ... (Director)
1977
- Danger in the Depths ... (Director)
- Dear Monsters of the Sea ... (Director)
1976
- Men and Sharks ... (Director)
1970
- Andrea Doria -74 ... (Director)
1963
- Torpedo Bay ... (Director)
1962
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson as Self
- The Golden Arrow ... (Writer)
1961
- The Thief of Baghdad ... (Producer)
1959
- The Giant of Marathon ... (Screenplay)
- Hercules Unchained ... (Producer)
- Caltiki, the Immortal Monster ... (Producer)
- Non perdiamo la testa ... (Producer)
1956
- The Screwball ... (Writer)