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Raffaele Mertes

b. 1959

Italian film director and cinematographer

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About Raffaele Mertes

Born 1959. Raffaele Mertes is an Italian film director, cinematographer, screenwriter, film producer and director.

Raffaele Mertes (born 1959) is an Italian film director. He began as a cinematographer, with his first work being on the 1982 film Un gusto molto particolare. His first film as director was the made-for-TV biblical film Ester in 1998.

Filmography Esther (1999) Joseph of Nazareth (Giuseppe di Nazareth, 2000) Mary Magdalene (Maria Maddalena, 2000) The Apocalypse (San Giovanni - L'apocalisse, 2000) Judas (Giuda, 2001) Thomas (Tommaso, 2001)

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Important facts

Born
1959, Rome
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Film director, cinematographer, screenwriter, film producer, director
Nationality
Italy

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Raffaele Mertes?

Italian film director and cinematographer

When was Raffaele Mertes born?

Raffaele Mertes was born in 1959 in Rome.

What is Raffaele Mertes's occupation?

Raffaele Mertes is a film director, cinematographer, screenwriter, film producer and director.

What nationality is Raffaele Mertes?

Raffaele Mertes is Italian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Raffaele Mertes

· Wikidata: Q2127108

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