**Vittorio Sanipoli (1915-1992)** was a prolific Italian actor, known for his imposing stage presence and deep, unmistakable voice. Specializing in character roles, he often played authority figures such as military men, police officers, judges, or doctors, but also astute antagonists.

His acting was characterized by a measured seriousness, sometimes austere or cold, which made him ideal for relentless or ambiguous characters. He crossed genres, from peplum to police thrillers, passing through Italian westerns.

His most significant films include classics such as **_La Grande Guerra_** (1959) by Mario Monicelli, where he played the captain, and **Giulietta degli spiriti** (1965) by Federico Fellini. He also appeared in numerous thrillers and action films, playing a wide range of stern and determined characters during a long and intense film career.