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Bartolomeo Pagano Filmography

ActorBORN 1878GENOVA28 FILMS IN DB

BartolomeoPagano

Known for Acting · Cabiria, Maciste nella gabbia dei leoni, Maciste in Hell

28
FILMS IN DB
$675
TOTAL VALUE
2
PRICED
$338
AVG VALUE
DVD
BEST FORMAT
💎
RAREST RELEASE
Cabiria
~$646 · DVD · 1914
📈
MOST VALUABLE
Maciste
$29 · Est. market value

BIOGRAPHY

Bartolomeo Pagano, a seminal figure in the silent film era, found fame through his iconic portrayal of Maciste in the groundbreaking 1914 classic *Cabiria*. His muscular depiction of the character not only captivated audiences but also set a precedent for heroic roles in cinema. As the original Maciste, Pagano starred in a series of sequels over the next 14 years, embedding the character into the fabric of early film history. Collectors of physical media often seek out *Cabiria* for its historical significance, as well as for its stunning cinematography and special effects that were revolutionary for their time. Throughout the 1920s, Pagano's popularity soared, earning him a spot among Italy's highest-paid actors, making him a desirable figure for collectors of vintage film memorabilia. His retirement in 1929 marked the end of an era, but his legacy lives on through the surviving prints and releases of his films. Collectors treasure these works not only for their cinematic value but also for the glimpse they provide into the evolution of film and its stars.

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