Héctor Alterio
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Héctor Benjamín Alterio Onorato (1929-2025), known as Héctor Alterio, is an Argentine actor who participated in theater, films and series. He is remembered for being one of the most influential actors of his generation.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Héctor Alterio reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Héctor Alterio's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Héctor Alterio remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Gentille Alouette, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Héctor Alterio Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Héctor Alterio's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Héctor Alterio.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Memory of Cinema: A Film About Fernando Méndez-Leite | Self - Actor | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Nora | Grandpa Nicolas | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Endless Film | Material de archivo inédito ("Traición") | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Fermín Glorias Of Tango | Fermín | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Kamikaze | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Un cine como tú en un país como éste | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Awaking from a Dream | Pascual | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | A Tram in SP | Lucas | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | November | Yuta | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Le intermittenze del cuore | Saul Mortara | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Cleopatra | Roberto | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Kamchatka | Grandfather | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Last Train | Il professore | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Son of the Bride | Nino Belvedere | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Tiger Head | Santiago de Liniers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Burnt Money | Losardo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | A Sweet Scent of Death | Justino | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Wiped-Out Footprints | Don José | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Dreams from the Middle of the World | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Memorias del ángel caído | Julio | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Cenizas del paraíso | Judge Costa Makantasis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Wild Horses | José | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Wild Tango | Lobo | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | El Lado Oscuro | Investigador | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Summer of the Colt | Federico | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | I, the Worst of All | El Virrey | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Gentille Alouette | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Blancheflower: The Devil's Daughter | Devil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Flesh + Blood | Niccolo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Official Story | Roberto Ibáñez | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Camila | Adolfo O'Gorman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Crime of Cuenca | Isasa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Te rompo el rating | Él mismo ensayando para "Los viernes de la aternidad" (cameo) | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Nest | Don Alejandro | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Memorias de Leticia Valle | Alberto | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | F. E. N. | Alfredo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The National Shotgun | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Hail Hazana | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Cria! | Anselmo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Truce | Martín Santomé | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Rebellion in Patagonia | Lieutenant Colonel Zavala | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Quebracho | Mr. Murphy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Los golpes bajos | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | La piel del amor | Luis | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Seven Madmen | Gregorio Barsut | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Paño verde | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Mafia | Paulie Paolatti | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | El habilitado | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | La fidelidad | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Knight of the Sword | Gen. Simón Bolívar | Hit | Similar → |
Héctor Alterio - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Héctor Alterio?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Héctor Alterio is "Gentille Alouette" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Héctor Alterio acted in?
Héctor Alterio has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Héctor Alterio?
Other notable films include "Summer of the Colt", "Tiger Head", and "F. E. N.".