Sunday, March 22, 2009

The Recent Death of Salvatore Samperi

(Picture borrowed from: http://www.italica.rai.it/cinema/biografie/samperi/1.jpg)

Salvatore Samperi, an Italian film director, died on March 4th, 2009 at the age of 64. He was best known for directing erotic comedies which tested the ethical beliefs of Italy’s middle class population. He died at his house situated approximately 30 miles north of Rome, on Lake Bracciano. His brother declined to give the reason for Samperi’s death. He left behind a wife and son.

Salvatore Samperi directed 24 films including “Malizia” (Malice), “La Bonne” (The Corruption), and “Scandalo” (Scandal). In addition to directing many films he also wrote, produced and acted as well. Most people consider Samperi’s biggest achievement to be the release of “Malizia” in 1973. The film turned the actress, Laura Antonelli, into a star and a sexual icon. Salvatore Samperi struggled with his career immediately after “Malizia”, so he began working on television shows when he got older, until his death.

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