Trinidad Silva
ActingAbout Trinidad Silva
Trinidad Silva, a character actor from Mission, Texas, had a promising career that was tragically cut short. He moved to Los Angeles in his mid-20s and landed his first acting role on "Baretta" in 1977. Unfortunately, due to the Latino typecasting prevalent at the time, most of his TV roles were as criminals or gang members. However, his role as Jesus Martinez on "Hill Street Blues" broke this stereotype, portraying a former gang leader turned community activist. Silva also played more positive roles in films like "Alambrista!" and "El Norte." Sadly, while filming "UHF" in 1988, Silva was killed by a drunk driver in Whittier, California. The film was dedicated to his memory. He was married to Sofia Alvarez.
Trinidad Silva Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Trinidad Silva reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Trinidad Silva's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 47% of Trinidad Silva's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Stones for Ibarra, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Trinidad Silva Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Trinidad Silva's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Trinidad Silva has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | UHF | Raul Hernandez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Home Free | Eddie Fuentes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Colors | Frog | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Night Before | Tito | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Milagro Beanfield War | Milagro Townsperson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Stones for Ibarra | Basilio Garcia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Running Man | Cheering Game Show Patron (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Jocks | Chito | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Crackers | Ramon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | El Norte | Monte | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Second Thoughts | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | National Lampoon's Movie Madness | Carlos ("Growing Yourself") | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Jerk | Punk | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Walk Proud | Dagger | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Alambrista! | Joe | Average | Similar → |
Trinidad Silva - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Trinidad Silva?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Trinidad Silva is "Stones for Ibarra" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Trinidad Silva acted in?
Trinidad Silva has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Trinidad Silva?
Other notable films include "El Norte", "The Jerk", and "UHF".