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
Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom
In the Hand of Dante
Midnight Express
The American
Night on Earth
The Stendhal Syndrome
Maddalena
Abraham

Top Movie Credits

Caligula Chaerea
In the Hand of Dante Priest of Alcamo
The American Father Benedetto
Abraham Melchisedek