Walter Alfaiate

Walter Alfaiate was born on June 7, 1930 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Active in the film industry, Alfaiate is credited with the role of Roda de Samba in the 1999 production Orfeu. The film features a performance centered on traditional Brazilian music and cultural expression, where the character’s involvement reflects the rhythmic and communal aspects of samba within the narrative.

Little else is documented about Alfaiate’s work in cinema beyond this single credited appearance. The role in Orfeu aligns with the broader tradition of samba music in Brazilian cinema, particularly in productions that emphasize local musical styles and cultural settings. The film’s association with samba performance provides the only confirmed professional connection between Alfaiate and the medium.