Luc Merenda

	Luc Merenda Luc Charles Olivier Merenda (born 3 September 1943) is a French film actor. He was one of the most prominent actors of the Italian poliziotteschi genre, working several times with Sergio Martino and Fernando Di Leo. He is of Italian origin through his paternal grandfather. Partial filmography * ''The Palace of Angels'' (1970) - Ricardo * '' OSS 117 Takes a Vacation'' (1970) - Hubert Bonisseur de La Bath, alias OSS 117 * '' Law Breakers'' (1971) - Marco (uncredited) * '' Le Mans'' (1971) - Claude Aurac * ''Red Sun'' (1971) - Chato * '' Man Called Amen'' (1972) - Così Sia / Amen * ''D'amore si muore'' (1972) - Enzo * ''Torso'' (1973) - Roberto * '' The Nun and the Devil'' (1973) - Carafo * '' The Violent Professionals'' (1973) - Giorgio Martini - un giornalista pubblicitario * '' Milano trema: la polizia vuole giustizia'' (1973) - Giorgio * ''Oremus, Alleluia e Così Sia'' (1973) - Cosi' Sia / Amen * '' Shoot First, Die Later'' (1974) - Domenico Malacarne * '' Puzzle'' (1974) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Shoot First, Die Later ''Shoot First, Die Later'' ( it, Il poliziotto è marcio) is a 1974 Italian poliziottesco-noir film directed by Fernando Di Leo. Di Leo reprises some elements of the novel ''Rogue Cop'' by William P. McGivern. Luc Merenda later starred in two other Di Leo's films, ''Kidnap Syndicate'' and ''Nick the Sting''. Plot A policeman who has dealings with local crime begins to get in over his head. At first content with taking payments for helping contraband tobacco and alcohol escape notice of the authorities, he draws the line when the criminals get into the drug smuggling business. A local busybody has inadvertently witnessed the disposal of one of their victims and reported their licence plates to the policeman's father, who is a sergeant. Gradually more people around him turn up dead and he becomes increasingly desperate. Cast Luc Merenda: Domenico Malacarne Delia Boccardo: Sandra Richard Conte: Mazzoni Raymond Pellegrin: Pascal Vittorio Caprioli: Esposito Salvo Randone: ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	The Nun And The Devil ''The Nun and the Devil'' (Italian: ''Le Monache di Sant'Arcangelo'') is an erotic 1973 Italian nunsploitation film directed by Domenico Paolella. It is also known as: ''Sisters of Satan'' (UK) and ''The Nuns of Saint Archangel'' (US). The action is set in the 16th century at the convent of Sant Arcangelo, near Naples, then under Spanish rule. The success of the film resulted in another period drama/nunsploitation film by Paolella released the same year, ''Story of a Cloistered Nun'', an Italian/French/West German co-production starring Eleonora Giorgi. The opening credits state that the movie is "Based on authentic 16th Century records and a story by Stendhal"—possibly Stendhal's '' L'Abbesse de Castro'' (1832) is meant. Plot The story involves the power struggles and sexual intrigues of a group of good-looking nuns at the Sant Arcangelo Convent and in particular the machinations of Sister Julia (played by former Miss Great Britain Anne Heywood) as she attempts, by any means ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Hotel Fear ''Pensione paura'' () is a 1978 film directed by Francesco Barilli. Plot A young girl and her mother run a hotel during the war. The girl finds herself at the mercy of her sex-crazed guests and matters become worse when her mother dies. Soon after, a cloaked figure starts killing off everyone that tries to harm her. Cast Leonora Fani: Rosa Luc Merenda: Rodolfo Lidia Biondi: Marta Francisco Rabal: Marta's lover Jole Fierro: Rodolfo's lover Wolfango Soldati * Máximo Valverde Production After directing ''The Perfume of the Lady in Black'', it took four years for director Francesco Barilli to return to directing. Barilli stated this was because he was not allowed to make the film he wanted to make, but was offered several different projects to work at. One film Barilli wanted to make was titled ''L'occhio'', when he was approached by producer Tommaso Dazzi who deemed ''L'occhio'' too expensive, and presented him with the treatment for ''Pensione paura''. Barilli admitt ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Could It Happen Here? ''Could It Happen Here?'' ( it, Italia: ultimo atto?) is a 1977 Italian political fiction thriller film written and directed by Massimo Pirri. Plot Rome, 1977. In a more and more confused climate, between popular discontent and difficulties of the government, a terrorist group is training his men in anticipation of a major military action: the elimination of the Minister of the Interior. At one point, the organization decides to abandon the plan, as it is believed that a massacre would not improve the condition of the poorer classes. But Mara, the daughter of a wealthy businessman, Ferruccio, a young professor, and Bruno, a drifter guy, do not want to withdraw. On their own initiative they will make the attempt, which will be end into a massacre. The minister dies, and with him many members of his entourage as well as the same Bruno. Mara and Ferruccio manage to escape through a Rome becoming lawless. Once in a den they eventually opt to shoot each other, while outside the tanks ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	A Man Called Magnum ''A Man Called Magnum'' (in original Italian ''Napoli si ribella'') is a 1977 ''poliziotteschi'' film. This film by Michele Massimo Tarantini stars Luc Merenda. Plot Cast Luc Merenda: commissario Dario Mauri Enzo Cannavale: maresciallo Nicola Capece Claudio Gora: Don Domenico Laurenzi Giancarlo Badessi: Avv. Cerullo Nando Murolo: Bonino Nello Pazzafini Releases The film released on Region 1 DVD by NoShame NoShame, or NoShame Films, was an Italian-American company specializing in releasing authoritative editions of cult Italian movies on DVD. History NoShame Films started its office in Italy and opened an office in Los Angeles, California the fol ... films in 2006. The DVD is currently out-of-print. References External links * 1977 films 1970s Italian-language films 1970s action thriller films Poliziotteschi films 1970s crime thriller films Films directed by Michele Massimo Tarantini 1970s Italian films {{1970s-Italy-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Destruction Force ''Destruction Force'' (originally titled ''La banda del trucido'' (''The Numbskull's Gang''), also known as ''Dirty Gang'') is a 1977 Italian poliziottesco directed by Stelvio Massi. It is the second film in which Tomas Milian plays the character of Monnezza after ''Free Hand for a Tough Cop'' (''Il trucido e lo sbirro''). The participation of Milian was due to an old contract he was forced to fulfill; originally intended as a special appearance, the role of Milian was expanded to make it appear as the star of the film, and Milian obtained in exchange to construct his character as he wanted and to write (uncredited) his dialogue lines. The film was shot in three weeks, but Milian filmed his part in just five days. Cast Luc Merenda: Commissioner Ghini Tomas Milian: Sergio Marazzi, aka "Er Monnezza" * Massimo Vanni: Marchetti Elio Zamuto: Belli Franco Citti: Lanza Mario Brega:Quaestor Alberti Imma Piro ''Imma'' is a large genus of moths in the obtectomeran "micromoth" f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	The Last Round ''The Last Round'' ( it, Il conto è chiuso) is a 1976 Italian crime film directed by Stelvio Massi. Cast Carlos Monzón: Marco Russo Luc Merenda: Rico Manzetti Leonora Fani: Nina Mariangela Giordano: Lisa's Mother Gianni Dei: Beny Manzetti Giampiero Albertini: Sapienza Susana Giménez: Maristella Luisa Maneri (credited as Annaluisa Pesce): Lisa Mario Brega: Bobo Belmondo Nello Pazzafini: Henchman of Rico See also * List of Italian films of 1976 A list of films produced in Italy in 1976 (see 1976 in film): References Footnotes Sources * * External linksItalian films of 1976at the Internet Movie Database {{DEFAULTSORT:Italian Films Of 1976 1976 Films A film ... References External links * 1976 films 1970s Italian-language films Films directed by Stelvio Massi Italian crime films 1976 crime films Films scored by Luis Bacalov 1970s Italian films {{1970s-crime-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Evil Thoughts ''Evil Thoughts'', (Italian title: ''Cattivi pensieri'', also known as ''Who Mislaid My Wife?'') is a 1976 Italian comedy film written, directed and starred by Ugo Tognazzi. Plot The Milanese lawyer Mario Marani (Tognazzi), due to fog at the airport, is forced to return home because his flight was canceled. At home he finds his wife Francesca half asleep and realizes that a person is hiding in the closet of shotguns. Convinced that he is the lover of Francesca, he closes the utility room and the next morning he departs with his wife for work purposes, continuing to mull over the alleged infidelity of his wife. Cast Ugo Tognazzi: Mario Marani Edwige Fenech: Francesca Marani Paolo Bonacelli: Antonio Marani Piero Mazzarella: portinaio * Yanti Somer: Paola * Mara Venier: Miss Bocconi * Luc Merenda: Recrosio Veruschka: lover of Mario Laura Bonaparte: lover of Recrosio * Mircha Carven: Lorenzo Macchi Orazio Orlando: lawyer Borderò Massimo Serato: Carlo Bocconi * Pietro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Nick The Sting ''Nick the Sting'' ( it, Gli amici di Nick Hezard) is a 1976 Italian film directed by Fernando Di Leo. It stars actor Gabriele Ferzetti. Cast Luc Merenda as Nick Hezard Lee J. Cobb as Robert Clark Gabriele Ferzetti as Maurice Luciana Paluzzi as Anna Dagmar Lassander as Chantal Isabella Biagini as Edy Mario Pisu as Phil Riccardo Salvino as Mark * William Berger as Roizman Valentina Cortese as Nick's mother Production ''Nick the Sting'' was described by Italian film historian and critic Roberto Curti as a "work for hire" for director Fernando Di Leo. The film went into production after finishing ''Kidnap Syndicate'' with a screenplay already written by Alberto Silvestri based around the film ''The Sting''. Di Leo commented that film had "quite a good script ..but it had a couple huge problems: it would cost too much to film as it was written, and badly needed a charismatic lead." ''Nick the Sting'' was shot at Elios Studio in Rome and on location in Geneve. Leo recalled th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR:* [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Kidnap Syndicate ''Kidnap Syndicate'' ( it, La città sconvolta: caccia spietata ai rapitori, lit=The City is Shaken: Ruthless Pursuit of the Kidnappers) is a 1975 Italian ''poliziottesco'' film directed by Fernando Di Leo. Even being a minor work in the Di Leo's filmography, the film gained some critical attention for being an original re-interpretation of the "vigilante" subgenre. Cast Luc Merenda as Mario Colella James Mason as Engineer Filippini Valentina Cortese as Countess Grazia Filippini Vittorio Caprioli as Commissioner Magrini * Irina Maleeva as Lina * Marino Masé as Pardi Production The film's story is credited to Galliano Juso, the producer of the film. The film's director Fernando Di Leo stated that the producer came up with the idea for the film based on kidnappings which he described as "a hot topic back then". Di Leo stated that the producer would call up the distributors in Italy to tell them the story for the film and if more of them were not interested in the story than w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Gambling City ''Gambling City'' ( it, La città gioca d'azzardo) is a 1975 Italian ''poliziotteschi'' film by Sergio Martino. It stars Luc Merenda, Enrico Maria Salerno, Dayle Haddon and Corrado Pani. ''Gambling City'' is one of several European heist films produced in response to the popular success of American films in the genre like The Sting (1973). The film features many of the genre's standard conventions, including a Byronic hero who acts as a social bandit by practicing confidence tricks, the hero's forbidden love with a socially repressed damsel in distress (who may or may not exhibit facets of the femme fatale) and a morally corrupt dandy as villain and the hero's foil. The film was co-written by Martino and Ernesto Gastaldi, and produced by Luciano Martino. Plot ''Gambling City's'' story centers on the exploits of master poker player and card sharp Luca Altieri (Merenda); Altieri begins working for underground illegal gambling kingpin "The President" after running a scam at a high- ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]

	Luc Merenda Luc Charles Olivier Merenda (born 3 September 1943) is a French film actor. He was one of the most prominent actors of the Italian poliziotteschi genre, working several times with Sergio Martino and Fernando Di Leo. He is of Italian origin through his paternal grandfather. Partial filmography * ''The Palace of Angels'' (1970) - Ricardo * '' OSS 117 Takes a Vacation'' (1970) - Hubert Bonisseur de La Bath, alias OSS 117 * '' Law Breakers'' (1971) - Marco (uncredited) * '' Le Mans'' (1971) - Claude Aurac * ''Red Sun'' (1971) - Chato * '' Man Called Amen'' (1972) - Così Sia / Amen * ''D'amore si muore'' (1972) - Enzo * ''Torso'' (1973) - Roberto * '' The Nun and the Devil'' (1973) - Carafo * '' The Violent Professionals'' (1973) - Giorgio Martini - un giornalista pubblicitario * '' Milano trema: la polizia vuole giustizia'' (1973) - Giorgio * ''Oremus, Alleluia e Così Sia'' (1973) - Cosi' Sia / Amen * '' Shoot First, Die Later'' (1974) - Domenico Malacarne * '' Puzzle'' (1974) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Shoot First, Die Later ''Shoot First, Die Later'' ( it, Il poliziotto è marcio) is a 1974 Italian poliziottesco-noir film directed by Fernando Di Leo. Di Leo reprises some elements of the novel ''Rogue Cop'' by William P. McGivern. Luc Merenda later starred in two other Di Leo's films, ''Kidnap Syndicate'' and ''Nick the Sting''. Plot A policeman who has dealings with local crime begins to get in over his head. At first content with taking payments for helping contraband tobacco and alcohol escape notice of the authorities, he draws the line when the criminals get into the drug smuggling business. A local busybody has inadvertently witnessed the disposal of one of their victims and reported their licence plates to the policeman's father, who is a sergeant. Gradually more people around him turn up dead and he becomes increasingly desperate. Cast Luc Merenda: Domenico Malacarne Delia Boccardo: Sandra Richard Conte: Mazzoni Raymond Pellegrin: Pascal Vittorio Caprioli: Esposito Salvo Randone: ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	The Nun And The Devil ''The Nun and the Devil'' (Italian: ''Le Monache di Sant'Arcangelo'') is an erotic 1973 Italian nunsploitation film directed by Domenico Paolella. It is also known as: ''Sisters of Satan'' (UK) and ''The Nuns of Saint Archangel'' (US). The action is set in the 16th century at the convent of Sant Arcangelo, near Naples, then under Spanish rule. The success of the film resulted in another period drama/nunsploitation film by Paolella released the same year, ''Story of a Cloistered Nun'', an Italian/French/West German co-production starring Eleonora Giorgi. The opening credits state that the movie is "Based on authentic 16th Century records and a story by Stendhal"—possibly Stendhal's '' L'Abbesse de Castro'' (1832) is meant. Plot The story involves the power struggles and sexual intrigues of a group of good-looking nuns at the Sant Arcangelo Convent and in particular the machinations of Sister Julia (played by former Miss Great Britain Anne Heywood) as she attempts, by any means ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Hotel Fear ''Pensione paura'' () is a 1978 film directed by Francesco Barilli. Plot A young girl and her mother run a hotel during the war. The girl finds herself at the mercy of her sex-crazed guests and matters become worse when her mother dies. Soon after, a cloaked figure starts killing off everyone that tries to harm her. Cast Leonora Fani: Rosa Luc Merenda: Rodolfo Lidia Biondi: Marta Francisco Rabal: Marta's lover Jole Fierro: Rodolfo's lover Wolfango Soldati * Máximo Valverde Production After directing ''The Perfume of the Lady in Black'', it took four years for director Francesco Barilli to return to directing. Barilli stated this was because he was not allowed to make the film he wanted to make, but was offered several different projects to work at. One film Barilli wanted to make was titled ''L'occhio'', when he was approached by producer Tommaso Dazzi who deemed ''L'occhio'' too expensive, and presented him with the treatment for ''Pensione paura''. Barilli admitt ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Could It Happen Here? ''Could It Happen Here?'' ( it, Italia: ultimo atto?) is a 1977 Italian political fiction thriller film written and directed by Massimo Pirri. Plot Rome, 1977. In a more and more confused climate, between popular discontent and difficulties of the government, a terrorist group is training his men in anticipation of a major military action: the elimination of the Minister of the Interior. At one point, the organization decides to abandon the plan, as it is believed that a massacre would not improve the condition of the poorer classes. But Mara, the daughter of a wealthy businessman, Ferruccio, a young professor, and Bruno, a drifter guy, do not want to withdraw. On their own initiative they will make the attempt, which will be end into a massacre. The minister dies, and with him many members of his entourage as well as the same Bruno. Mara and Ferruccio manage to escape through a Rome becoming lawless. Once in a den they eventually opt to shoot each other, while outside the tanks ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	A Man Called Magnum ''A Man Called Magnum'' (in original Italian ''Napoli si ribella'') is a 1977 ''poliziotteschi'' film. This film by Michele Massimo Tarantini stars Luc Merenda. Plot Cast Luc Merenda: commissario Dario Mauri Enzo Cannavale: maresciallo Nicola Capece Claudio Gora: Don Domenico Laurenzi Giancarlo Badessi: Avv. Cerullo Nando Murolo: Bonino Nello Pazzafini Releases The film released on Region 1 DVD by NoShame NoShame, or NoShame Films, was an Italian-American company specializing in releasing authoritative editions of cult Italian movies on DVD. History NoShame Films started its office in Italy and opened an office in Los Angeles, California the fol ... films in 2006. The DVD is currently out-of-print. References External links * 1977 films 1970s Italian-language films 1970s action thriller films Poliziotteschi films 1970s crime thriller films Films directed by Michele Massimo Tarantini 1970s Italian films {{1970s-Italy-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Destruction Force ''Destruction Force'' (originally titled ''La banda del trucido'' (''The Numbskull's Gang''), also known as ''Dirty Gang'') is a 1977 Italian poliziottesco directed by Stelvio Massi. It is the second film in which Tomas Milian plays the character of Monnezza after ''Free Hand for a Tough Cop'' (''Il trucido e lo sbirro''). The participation of Milian was due to an old contract he was forced to fulfill; originally intended as a special appearance, the role of Milian was expanded to make it appear as the star of the film, and Milian obtained in exchange to construct his character as he wanted and to write (uncredited) his dialogue lines. The film was shot in three weeks, but Milian filmed his part in just five days. Cast Luc Merenda: Commissioner Ghini Tomas Milian: Sergio Marazzi, aka "Er Monnezza" * Massimo Vanni: Marchetti Elio Zamuto: Belli Franco Citti: Lanza Mario Brega:Quaestor Alberti Imma Piro ''Imma'' is a large genus of moths in the obtectomeran "micromoth" f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	The Last Round ''The Last Round'' ( it, Il conto è chiuso) is a 1976 Italian crime film directed by Stelvio Massi. Cast Carlos Monzón: Marco Russo Luc Merenda: Rico Manzetti Leonora Fani: Nina Mariangela Giordano: Lisa's Mother Gianni Dei: Beny Manzetti Giampiero Albertini: Sapienza Susana Giménez: Maristella Luisa Maneri (credited as Annaluisa Pesce): Lisa Mario Brega: Bobo Belmondo Nello Pazzafini: Henchman of Rico See also * List of Italian films of 1976 A list of films produced in Italy in 1976 (see 1976 in film): References Footnotes Sources * * External linksItalian films of 1976at the Internet Movie Database {{DEFAULTSORT:Italian Films Of 1976 1976 Films A film ... References External links * 1976 films 1970s Italian-language films Films directed by Stelvio Massi Italian crime films 1976 crime films Films scored by Luis Bacalov 1970s Italian films {{1970s-crime-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Evil Thoughts ''Evil Thoughts'', (Italian title: ''Cattivi pensieri'', also known as ''Who Mislaid My Wife?'') is a 1976 Italian comedy film written, directed and starred by Ugo Tognazzi. Plot The Milanese lawyer Mario Marani (Tognazzi), due to fog at the airport, is forced to return home because his flight was canceled. At home he finds his wife Francesca half asleep and realizes that a person is hiding in the closet of shotguns. Convinced that he is the lover of Francesca, he closes the utility room and the next morning he departs with his wife for work purposes, continuing to mull over the alleged infidelity of his wife. Cast Ugo Tognazzi: Mario Marani Edwige Fenech: Francesca Marani Paolo Bonacelli: Antonio Marani Piero Mazzarella: portinaio * Yanti Somer: Paola * Mara Venier: Miss Bocconi * Luc Merenda: Recrosio Veruschka: lover of Mario Laura Bonaparte: lover of Recrosio * Mircha Carven: Lorenzo Macchi Orazio Orlando: lawyer Borderò Massimo Serato: Carlo Bocconi * Pietro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Nick The Sting ''Nick the Sting'' ( it, Gli amici di Nick Hezard) is a 1976 Italian film directed by Fernando Di Leo. It stars actor Gabriele Ferzetti. Cast Luc Merenda as Nick Hezard Lee J. Cobb as Robert Clark Gabriele Ferzetti as Maurice Luciana Paluzzi as Anna Dagmar Lassander as Chantal Isabella Biagini as Edy Mario Pisu as Phil Riccardo Salvino as Mark * William Berger as Roizman Valentina Cortese as Nick's mother Production ''Nick the Sting'' was described by Italian film historian and critic Roberto Curti as a "work for hire" for director Fernando Di Leo. The film went into production after finishing ''Kidnap Syndicate'' with a screenplay already written by Alberto Silvestri based around the film ''The Sting''. Di Leo commented that film had "quite a good script ..but it had a couple huge problems: it would cost too much to film as it was written, and badly needed a charismatic lead." ''Nick the Sting'' was shot at Elios Studio in Rome and on location in Geneve. Leo recalled th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR:* [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Kidnap Syndicate ''Kidnap Syndicate'' ( it, La città sconvolta: caccia spietata ai rapitori, lit=The City is Shaken: Ruthless Pursuit of the Kidnappers) is a 1975 Italian ''poliziottesco'' film directed by Fernando Di Leo. Even being a minor work in the Di Leo's filmography, the film gained some critical attention for being an original re-interpretation of the "vigilante" subgenre. Cast Luc Merenda as Mario Colella James Mason as Engineer Filippini Valentina Cortese as Countess Grazia Filippini Vittorio Caprioli as Commissioner Magrini * Irina Maleeva as Lina * Marino Masé as Pardi Production The film's story is credited to Galliano Juso, the producer of the film. The film's director Fernando Di Leo stated that the producer came up with the idea for the film based on kidnappings which he described as "a hot topic back then". Di Leo stated that the producer would call up the distributors in Italy to tell them the story for the film and if more of them were not interested in the story than w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Gambling City ''Gambling City'' ( it, La città gioca d'azzardo) is a 1975 Italian ''poliziotteschi'' film by Sergio Martino. It stars Luc Merenda, Enrico Maria Salerno, Dayle Haddon and Corrado Pani. ''Gambling City'' is one of several European heist films produced in response to the popular success of American films in the genre like The Sting (1973). The film features many of the genre's standard conventions, including a Byronic hero who acts as a social bandit by practicing confidence tricks, the hero's forbidden love with a socially repressed damsel in distress (who may or may not exhibit facets of the femme fatale) and a morally corrupt dandy as villain and the hero's foil. The film was co-written by Martino and Ernesto Gastaldi, and produced by Luciano Martino. Plot ''Gambling City's'' story centers on the exploits of master poker player and card sharp Luca Altieri (Merenda); Altieri begins working for underground illegal gambling kingpin "The President" after running a scam at a high- ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]