Dante Cappelli
ActingAbout Dante Cappelli
The son of Enrico Cappelli, a popular mid-nineteenth-century theater actor from Bologna, he formed a theater company with Eleuterio Rodolfi in 1905. In 1907 he had the direction of the Teatro Stabile di Roma with Ferruccio Garavaglia. He later moved on to the companies of Italia Vitaliani, Emma Gramatica, again with Garavaglia, and to that of Ugo Farulli. Active in silent films from 1909 to 1928 he shot almost 70 films, mostly in supporting roles, and worked for numerous production companies such as Ambrosio Film, Cines, Film d'Arte Italiana, Gloria Films, the German UFA and other minor ones. Between 1921 and 1922, he directed five films, one of which, Lo strano viaggio di Pim-Popò by the Turin-based Piemonte Film and directed together with Giovanni Casaleggio, starred his son Franco Cappelli, born of his union with actress Daisy Ferrero.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dante Cappelli reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Dante Cappelli's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dante Cappelli remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Love Everlasting, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dante Cappelli Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dante Cappelli's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dante Cappelli.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1933 | Il treno delle 21,15 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1928 | Der geheimnisvolle Spiegel | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1913 | Love Everlasting | Granduke of Wallenstein | Average | Similar → |
| 1913 | Tigris | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1910 | Amleto | Hamlet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1909 | Macbeth | Macbeth | Flop | Similar → |
| 1909 | Carmen | Escamillo | Flop | Similar → |
Dante Cappelli - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dante Cappelli?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dante Cappelli is "Love Everlasting" with a rating of 5.8/10.
How many movies has Dante Cappelli acted in?
Dante Cappelli has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dante Cappelli?
Other notable films include "Tigris", "Amleto", and "Carmen".