Atif Kaptan was an American actor, best known for Kiziltug – Cengiz Han (1952), Agri Dagi Efsanesi (1975), and Görünmeyen adam Istanbul’da (1955). He was born on May 21, 1908, in Izmit, Turkey, and passed away on April 22, 1977, in Amman, Jordan.
Personal and Family Life
Atif Kaptan, whose birth name was Atif Terzioglu, had a significant impact on Turkish cinema during his lifetime. Although there is limited public information about his personal and family life, he was known to be dedicated to his craft and made many contributions to film and theater.
Death and Legacy
Atif Kaptan died from a heart attack in Amman, Jordan, at the age of 68. His work in the film industry is remembered and celebrated by fans and filmmakers alike, establishing him as a notable figure in Turkish cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Sarı Zeybek | 1953-11-01 | |
| Ankara Casusu Çiçero | 1951-01-01 | |
| Suçlular Aramızda | 1964-12-07 | Halis Bey |
| Bu Vatanın Çocukları | 1958-01-01 | |
| Battal Gazi Geliyor | 1955-01-01 | |
| Drakula İstanbul’da | 1953-03-04 | Drakula |
| Otobüs Yolcuları | 1961-12-30 | Mahmut |
| Linç | 1970-01-01 | Savci |
| İkibin Yılın Sevgilisi | 1973-01-01 | |
| Görünmeyen Adam İstanbul’da | 1955-01-01 | Cemil |
| Umut Dünyası | 1973-11-01 | Fuat Sami |
| Battal Gazi’nin İntikamı | 1973-02-01 | Kahin |
| Kara Murat: Ölüm Emri | 1974-10-01 | Çandarlı Halil Paşa |
| Güzel Şoför | 1970-01-01 | |
| Ağrı Dağı Efsanesi | 1975-04-01 | Sufi |
| Boğaziçi Şarkısı | 1966-04-28 | |
| Yunus Emre | 1974-12-06 |