Paolo Malco

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Characters played by Paolo Malco

Dr. Norman Boyle — The House by the Cemetery (1981)

The Boyle family patriarch and a researcher specializing in old houses. He investigates the property's history, destroys a mad audiocassette left by the previous owner, and uses a hatchet to rescue Bob from the cellar. He confronts Dr. Freudstein, stabbing him before the ghoul rips out his throat.

Vice President Hoffman — Escape from the Bronx (1983)

Corporate executive assisting President Clark in the Bronx redevelopment scheme.

Dr. Paul Davis — The New York Ripper (1982)

Psychotherapist hired by Williams to profile the serial killer. He correctly identifies the killer's psychological profile, motives, and modus operandi, ultimately helping to solve the case.

Tom — The Ogre (1988)

Tom is Cheryl's skeptical husband, who travels with her and their young son to a rural Italian villa for a vacation. He does not initially accept Cheryl's belief that the villa is cursed or that her nightmares are becoming real, placing him in conflict with her as the supernatural danger grows.

Caligari — I Am Afraid (1977)

Caligari is a criminal whose secret meetings with Colonel Ruiz become a decisive clue in the investigation. Brigadiere Ludovico Graziano sees their connection as possible evidence of a traitor within the state apparatus, making Caligari an important link between organized crime and the wider cover-up.

Inspector Piero Terzi — You'll Die at Midnight (1986)

Inspector Piero Terzi leads the investigation into the murders and previously tracked and arrested Franco Tribbo. He initially dismisses Anna Berardi's fears, partly because she is not a police officer, but later understands her clues, discovers the killer's deception, and shoots the disguised Anna to save Carol Terzi.

Juan de Candia Borgia — Young Lucrezia (1974)

Duke of Gandía and Lucrezia's brother. Consumed by obsession, he engages in a secret affair with his sister. This relationship triggers Cesare's deadly jealousy, resulting in Juan's murder at the hands of his own brother.

Career Overview

Paolo Malco has 28 screen credits in a career dating back to 1973. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Thunder Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include The House by the Cemetery, The Ogre, Escape from the Bronx. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
28
Birth Date
1947-04-10
Birth Place
La Spezia, Liguria, Italy

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Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3894210), public domain (CC0).