Paolo Bonacelli
Born: 1937-02-28
Birthplace: Rome, Italy
Biography
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Paolo Bonacelli (February 28, 1939 - October 8 2025) was an Italian actor.
He is best known for his performance as The Duke de Blangis in Pasolini's notorious Salò (1975). He can also be seen in Midnight Express (1978) and Caligula (1979), in which he plays the role of Cassius Chaerea.
He also co-starred with Roberto Benigni in the films Johnny Stecchino and Night on Earth, both from 1991.
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Known For
Caligula
Mission: Impossible III
In the Hand of Dante
Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom
Midnight Express
The American
Night on Earth
The Stendhal Syndrome
The Commander
Nest of Vipers
Top Movie Credits
Caligula
Chaerea
Mission: Impossible III
Monsignore
In the Hand of Dante
Priest of Alcamo
Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom
The Duke
Midnight Express
Rifki
The American
Father Benedetto
Night on Earth
Priest
The Stendhal Syndrome
Dr. Cavanna
The Commander
Betti
Nest of Vipers
Paolo Mazzarini