★ Acting
1915 – 2005
· Litano, Colombia
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Active 1943–2019
Robert Tafur, born in 1915 in Litano, Colombia, made notable contributions to cult cinema with his performances in Mighty Joe Young (1949) and Evilspeak (1981). His role in Mighty Joe Young highlights the era's fascination with fantastical creatures, while Evilspeak showcases his ability to navigate the emerging genre of horror and exploitation. Tafur's work reflects the evolving landscape of film during his lifetime, bridging classic monster movies with the more provocative narratives of the early 1980s.
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Mighty Joe Young
1949
★ 6.3
as Headwaiter (uncredited)
A young woman, Jill Young, grew up on her father's ranch in Africa, raising a large gorilla named Joe from an infant. Years later, she brings him to Hollywood to become a star.
Career Highlights
Top 6 by popularity · TMDB
Filmography
17 credits
2010s
1 credit
2019
The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration
as Senor Valdes (archive footage)
Movie
★ 10.0
1980s
1 credit
1970s
1 credit
1960s
2 credits
1950s
6 credits
1940s
5 credits
Crew Credits
1950s
1 credit