Acting
Max Alvarado
TL, EN cinema · 159 credits
Born
19 February 1929
Died
6 April 1997 (aged 68)
Birthplace
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Also known as Gavino Maximo Teodosio
Max Alvarado (19 February 1929 – 6 April 1997) was a FAMAS award-winning Filipino film actor known mainly by his portrayals of villains in a career which spanned six decades. Max Alvarado was born as Gavino Maximo Teodosio in Manila. In his youth, he was a member of street gangs, as well as an itinerant manual laborer. He broke into films in 1948 as a bit player in Halik sa Bandila. Soon after, he was frequently cast as a villain in films produced by Premiere Production and its sister company, Larry Santiago Productions, as well as People's Pictures. He first gained critical notice in the 1953 film Ang Sawa Sa Lumang Simboryo directed by Gerry de Leon. For that role, he garnered a FAMAS Best Supporting Actor nomination. Ultimately, Alvarado was nominated for 5 FAMAS Best Supporting Actor nominations, winning the trophy in 1971 for Ang Kampana ng Sta. Quiteria. Alvarado was also nominated for a FAMAS Best Actor award in 1968 for Tatak Sakramentos. Beginning in 1967 with Alyas Chain Gang, he was cast in leading and supporting roles even as a romantic lead, despite his swarthy and somewhat villainous appearance. Alvarado also showcased his versatility by sometimes playing gay roles, such as in the 1978 film Gorgonia as well as Non-Villain or supporting Roles. As a villain, Alvarado was frequently cast opposite the heroic roles of Fernando Poe Jr., although he has also portrayed a supporting ally to the latter in films such as "Walang Matigas na Tinapay sa Mainit na Kape" alongside Paquito Diaz, also in a non-antagonist role which starred former child star Vandolph, and fellow villain actor Paquito's younger brother Romy Diaz as the main antagonist.
Known for
Filmography
Sgt. Marcelino Pantaleon: Saan Nagkamali ang Batas?
Sgt. Marcelino Pantaleon: Saan Nagkamali ang Batas?
as Senior Horazan
Bikini Watch
as Mayor Mukhangbato
Abrakadabra
as Siga 1
Dunkin Donato
as Mac Dado
Alabang Girls
as Mr. Malabanan
Alyas Pogi 2
as Shabu distributor
Balbakwa
Actor
Kambal Tuko
as Father To Pak
Bobo Cop
Actor
Eagle of Manila
as Badong Busangol
Kumander Ahmed Kalansalay
as Kumander Maxi
Puto
as Elvis
Ninja Kids
as Hostage Taker
Clown
Actor
Asong Gubat
1986
Asong Gubat
as Ka Tonyo
Isa Isa Lang
as Masong
Inday Bote
as Black Sunday
Working Boys
as Hostage Taker
Ben Tumbling
1985
Ben Tumbling
as Koljack
Cry of Justice
as Masu
Ang Panday IV
as Lizardo
Pieta
Actor
D'Wild Wild Weng
as Lupo
Ang Panday... Ikatlong Yugto
as Lizardo
A Man Called Tolongges
as Blackbird the Pirate
Pagbabalik ng Panday
as Lizardo
For Y'ur Height Only
as Columbus
Ang Panday
as Lizardo
Darna and Ding
as Giant
Dolphy's Angels
as Bertong Maize
Bugoy
Actor
Alas at Reyna
1979
Ace and Queen
as No Name Law Officer
Tatak ng Tundo
as Enteng
Barok
Actor
Blood and Love on a Piece of Land
as Salazar (segment 2)
Pagbabalik ng Lawin
as Bandong
Alat!
Actor
Kampanerang Kuba
as Berto
Zoom, Zoom, Superman!
as Tarzan
El Vibora
as Gulimbat
Salaginto't Salagubang
as Konsorte
Baril sa Baril
as Attorney Salazar
Noli Me Tángere
as Lucas
48 Hours
as Night Club Man