Direction: Paolo Cavara

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Paolo Cavara. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Mondo Cane No. 1

1962 · Documentary · 108 min. · Italy

Direction Paolo Cavara · Gualtiero Jacopetti · Franco Prosperi

Cast Rossano Brazzi · Stefano Sibaldi

Synopsis Mondo Cane No. 1 (1962) presents itself as a documentary, but it is actually a compilation of various unrelated scenes, both authentic and staged. The film takes viewers on a global journey, showcasing a South Pacific "cargo cult," the dramatic...

6.5

552 votes

6.5

552 votes

Black Belly of the Tarantula

1971 · Movie · 89 min. · Italy

Direction Paolo Cavara

Cast Giancarlo Giannini · Barbara Bach · Barbara Bouchet · Claudine Auger

Synopsis Black Belly of the Tarantula (1971) follows the grim journey of Inspector Tellini as he delves into a series of gruesome murders where victims are left paralyzed and their stomachs are brutally slashed open, mimicking the fatal sting of a...

5.4

223 votes

5.4

223 votes

Deaf Smith & Johnny Ears

1972 · Movie · 91 min. · Italy

Direction Paolo Cavara

Cast Franco Nero · Anthony Quinn · Pamela Tiffin · Ira von Fürstenberg

Synopsis Deaf Smith & Johnny Ears (1972) unfolds in the tumultuous landscape of 1830s Texas, immediately following the Republic's hard-won independence from Mexico. The fledgling nation's destiny hangs in the balance as various factions and foreign powers vie for control. President...

5.1

72 votes

5.1

72 votes

La locandiera

1980 · Movie · 111 min. · Italy

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Malamondo

1964 · Documentary · 110 min. · Italy

Direction Paolo Cavara

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Virility

1974 · Movie · 90 min. · Italy

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La cattura

1969 · Movie · 97 min. · Italy

Direction Paolo Cavara

Cast David McCallum · Nicoletta Machiavelli · Lars Bloch · Demeter Bitenc

Synopsis La cattura (1969) follows the story of a German special agent, portrayed by McCallum, who is tasked with eliminating a group of Titov resistance fighters during World War II in Yugoslavia. His mission leads him to a secluded camp nestled...

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Il lumacone

1974 · Movie · 97 min. · Italy

Direction Paolo Cavara

Cast Turi Ferro · Agostina Belli · Ninetto Davoli · Francesco Mulé

Synopsis Il lumacone (1974) follows the story of Gianni Rodinò, a middle-aged chef who, after his wife leaves him, finds solace in wine. His sole companion is Ginetto, a young thief who resides with him. Despite initial conflicts, Ginetto assists Gianni...

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