Robert Arevalo
ActingAbout Robert Arevalo
While working at a bar in Beverly Hills he received advice from veteran movie star Sylvester Stallone, "Create your own opportunities". That stuck with him. While working as an assistant on the Twentieth Century Fox lot, Arevalo met director Robert Rodriguez whom he struck up a friendship with, who then offered him the unforgettable role of the Opponent, the guy with the broken leg in the 1995 blockbuster film Desperado starring Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek. Thanks to his friend (Salma Hayek), Arevalo was chosen to play a role as (Miguel Fuentes) one of her brothers in the film Fools Rush In, starring Matthew Perry and Salma Hayek, directed by Andy Tennant. Chad Stahelski, director of the John Wick series was one of Arevalo's martial arts instructors of Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do martial art under Guro Dan Inosanto. Robert became proficient in kali He also taught jiujitsu and trained Judo at 87 Eleven Action Design, Chad's stunt team. Arevalo is a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Machado Brazilian Jiujitsu under Rigan Machado. He is an enrolled member of the Chiricahua Apache Nation.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Arevalo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Thriller
The majority of Robert Arevalo's filmography leans towards the Thriller 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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Arevalo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Desperado, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Arevalo Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Arevalo's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Arevalo.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Made in Mexico | Cartel Hitman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | American Sicario | Matteo | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Mexican Bloodbath | Bishop | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Hunting of Man | Marcelo Rumano | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Lords of the Barrio | Dago | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Runaway Virus | Manuel Santiago | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Fools Rush In | Miguel Fuentes | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | El Esqueleto | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Desperado | Opponent | Hit | Similar → |
Robert Arevalo - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Arevalo?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Arevalo is "Desperado" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has Robert Arevalo acted in?
Robert Arevalo has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Arevalo?
Other notable films include "Fools Rush In", "American Sicario", and "Made in Mexico".