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Umberto Scarpelli

Directing

0.2 Popularity May 25, 1904 (75 years old) Orvieto, Terni, Umbria, Italy

Umberto Scarpelli was an Italian screenwriter and film director whose career spanned from the 1930s to the early 1960s. Born in Orvieto, Umbria, he began his career in the film industry as an assistant director, contributing to over fifteen films. Notably, he served as an assistant director on Shoes...

Biography

Umberto Scarpelli was an Italian screenwriter and film director whose career spanned from the 1930s to the early 1960s. Born in Orvieto, Umbria, he began his career in the film industry as an assistant director, contributing to over fifteen films. Notably, he served as an assistant director on Shoeshine (1946) and Bicycle Thieves (1948), both of which are seminal works in Italian neorealism. Scarpelli transitioned to directing with films such as Sant'Elena, piccola isola (1943) and The Secret Conclave (1952). His directorial work often explored historical and dramatic themes, reflecting the socio-political climate of post-war Italy. Scarpelli's contributions to Italian cinema are marked by his versatility and engagement with contemporary societal issues.

Filmography 16

1961
1961
1960
Fury of the Pagans Movie

Screenplay

1960
1960
David and Goliath Movie

Screenplay

1952
The Secret Conclave Movie

Director

1951
Miracle in Milan Movie

First Assistant Director

1951
Miracle in Milan Movie

Production Coordinator

1948
Bicycle Thieves Movie

Production Manager

1947
Cronaca nera Movie

First Assistant Director

1946
Shoeshine Movie

First Assistant Director

1943
Sant'Elena, piccola isola Movie

Co-Director

1940
Il capitano degli ussari Movie

Assistant Director

1938
Luciano Serra, Pilot Movie

Assistant Director

1936
Cavalleria Movie

First Assistant Director

1936
The Love of the Maharaja Movie

Assistant Director

Personal Details

Known For Directing
Gender Not specified
Birthday May 25, 1904 (75 years old)
Died May 15, 1980
Place of Birth Orvieto, Terni, Umbria, Italy
Years Active 1936 - 1961
Popularity 0.2
Career Stats
16 Total Credits