Silvio Siano

Silvio Siano

Director · Producer · Writer

Naples, Italy
December 18, 1927

Biography

Silvio Siano was an Italian film director and screenwriter known for his work in the mid-20th century. Born in Naples, he began his career in the Italian film industry as an assistant director before transitioning to directing and writing. Siano directed several films, including La legge della mafia (1965) and Il lungo giorno della violenza (1971), which explored themes of crime and justice. His films are characterized by their gritty realism and exploration of moral dilemmas. Siano's contributions to Italian cinema reflect the socio-political climate of his time, offering audiences a glimpse into the complexities of Italian society.

Photo

Silvio Siano 1

Representative Works

Saranno uomini
Saranno uomini
5.0
/ Italian
San Babila-8 P.M.
San Babila-8 P.M.
6.3
/ Italian
Lo sgarro
Lo sgarro
10.0
/ Italian
La donnaccia
La donnaccia
No Rating Yet
/ Italian
Speed Driver
Speed Driver
6.1
/ Italian
Hunted City
Hunted City
5.4
/ Italian
La vedovella
La vedovella
9.0
/ Italian
Calamita d'oro
Calamita d'oro
No Rating Yet
/ Italian

Awards and Honors

Critical Favorites

Three Dollars of Lead
1964Nominee

Best Writing

Three Dollars of Lead

Saranno uomini
1957Nominee

Best Director

Saranno uomini

San Babila-8 P.M.
1976Nominee

Best Picture

San Babila-8 P.M.

Career Highlights

Lo sgarro
1963Highlight

Best Writing

Lo sgarro

La donnaccia
1965Highlight

Best Director

La donnaccia