Luis Aceves Castañeda was an American actor best known for his roles in Sentenciado a muerte (1951), The Aztec Mummy (1957), and Mexican Bus Ride (1952). He was born on September 2, 1913, in Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Mexico, and passed away on September 16, 1973, in Mexico City, Mexico.
Personal and Family Life
Luis Aceves Castañeda was born into a family in Aguascalientes, where he developed a passion for acting from a young age. While details about his personal life are limited, he pursued a career in film that lasted several decades, making a significant impact in the Mexican cinema industry.
Career
Throughout his career, Aceves Castañeda appeared in numerous films and television shows, becoming a recognizable face in the industry. Some of his notable performances include roles in La malquerida (1949), La momia azteca contra el robot humano (1958), and Abismos de pasión (1954). His versatility allowed him to play both serious and comedic characters.
Death and Legacy
Luis Aceves Castañeda died on September 16, 1973, in Mexico City, leaving behind a legacy of diverse performances in Mexican cinema. His contributions to the film industry are still remembered, and he remains a celebrated figure among fans of classic Mexican films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| La malquerida | 1949-09-16 | Barmann |
| La momia azteca contra el robot humano | 1958-07-17 | Dr. Krupp |
| Nazarín | 1959-06-04 | Parricide |
| La Mort en ce jardin | 1956-09-21 | Alberto |
| Simón del desierto | 1965-08-27 | Priest |
| Abismos de pasión | 1954-06-30 | Ricardo |
| Subida al cielo | 1952-06-25 | Silvestre |
| Orgullo de mujer | 1956-08-08 | Sr. Cagliostro |
| La Momia Azteca | 1957-11-13 | Dr. Krupp |
| Camino del mal | 1957-08-01 | Jugador en taberna |
| La maldición de la momia azteca | 1957-12-11 | Dr. Krupp |
| Macario | 1960-05-09 | Verdugo infartado (uncredited) |
| La Bruja | 1954-01-17 | Paulesco |
| La rebelión de los colgados | 1954-01-20 | Don Acacio |
| Salón México | 1949-02-25 | Complice de Paco (uncredited) |
| Pueblerina | 1949-07-06 | Ramiro González |
| Víctimas del pecado | 1951-02-02 | Luis (uncredited) |
| Un Rincón Cerca del Cielo | 1952-08-22 | Martín Araujo |
| Padre nuestro | 1953-10-28 | El maestro |
| Pecado | 1951-03-01 | Hombre en cantina (as Luis Aceves C.) |
| La fièvre monte à El Pao | 1959-12-05 | López – le secrétaire de Gual |
| Reportaje | 1953-11-13 | Aurelio |
| Felipe de Jesús | 1949-08-05 | Emperador Iroyoshi Taikosama |
| Lluvia roja | 1950-01-26 | Othon |
| El proceso de las señoritas Vivanco | 1961-01-18 | General |
| Sentenciado a muerte | 1951-01-01 |