Captain Bellodi — The Day of the Owl Character Profile

About Captain Bellodi

Carabineri captain transferred from Northern Italy. Investigates the murder of truck driver Colasberna and highway corruption. Uses unorthodox tactics like jailing witnesses and forging statements. Eventually removed from his position after his strategies fail and he is accused of political motives. Described as a 'man' by Don Mariano.

Captain Bellodi — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Franco Nero

Appears in

The Day of the Owl (1968)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (1)

• Captain Bellodi — Professional Investigator — Rosa Nicolosi (Claudia Cardinale)

  Bellodi depends on Rosa's testimony to uncover the truth behind the murder.

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