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Alfredo Castro Gómez (Santiago, 19 de diciembre de 1955) is a Chilean actor. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Acting from Universidad de Chile. Presently, he works as a theatre director, actor, pedagogue, playwright, and founder of Teatro La Memoria, a theatre company that marks a milestone in the history of contemporary Chilean theatre. In 2006, the company founded the Centro de Investigación Teatral (Center for Theatrical Investigation) and the Sala de Teatro: Teatro La Memoria (anintimate 100-seat playhouse). As an actor and screenwriter, Alfredo Castro Gómez has participated in several films by Chilean director Pablo Larraín. These have included: Fuga (2006), Tony Manero (2008), and Post Mortem (2010)
Alfredo Castro is a prominent Chilean actor, director, and playwright recognized for founding the theater company Teatro La Memoria and his extensive filmography with director Pablo Larraín.
He is acclaimed for his visceral and complex performances in films such as Tony Manero, The Club, No, and his lead role in My Tender Matador.
His body of work frequently explores deep political and social themes within Chilean history, characterized by a grounded, intense, and often physically demanding performance style.