Michele Lupo

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 actioncomedy films Lupo passed away on June 27 1989 in Rome Italy