Rodolfo Espinosa
Biography
Rodolfo Espinosa Orantes, also known as "Chofo" Espinosa, is a Guatemalan actor, producer, musician and screenwriter. He is known for filming films such as Aquí me quedo, Otros 4 Litros and Pol. He was born on June 28, 1981 in New York, United States, because his father was under death threat. After several months, he returned to Guatemala where he spent his childhood. Espinoza was a student of Biology, Art History, Latin and Greek at the University of San Carlos in Guatemala; but he managed to find his passion in the world of cinema. He founded his own film company called "Me Llega Films" where his first feature film, "Aquí me quedo" was filmed in 2010.
Known For & Full Filmography5 Titles
Movie - 2008, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
The following narrative reveals three different stories, one where a shopkeeper has problems with his television, in which he wants to watch a game, another where a girl from high society who urgently needs to go to a psychologist, gets a flat tire in the road and the other, of two characters who get lost in search of a poet's house.
Movie - 2023, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
The plot develops with real and funny moments that are experienced when making Guatemalan cinema, revealing the reality of art in the country.
Movie - 2018, 2h 15m • as Tulio
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
A story about cultural management, misadventures of several individuals, within Cargam, the parcel delivery company.
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Chofo Espinosa (El menda)
Abel takes his girlfriend Meryem to Quetzaltenango to meet his conservative family during the Guatemalan Independence Day celebrations. While Abel struggles to live up to family expectations, Meryem ventures into the city in search of her idol. With secrets and misunderstandings, the couple faces comical and heartwarming challenges during a night of parades and revelations.