Fortunio Bonanova

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Characters played by Fortunio Bonanova

Courbet — An Affair to Remember (1957)

Courbet is an art gallery owner who displays Nickie’s paintings after Nickie resumes pursuing his artistic career. His professional support provides evidence that Nickie has developed his talent, while also connecting the painting storyline to Nickie’s eventual recognition of Terry’s identity and their reconciliation.

John Mingo — Bad Men of Tombstone (1949)

John Mingo is a member of William Morgan's outlaw gang and helps break Tom Horn and Morgan out of jail. After the gang reaches Tombstone, Mingo murders Red rather than share the loot. Tom later kills Mingo, making him one of the gang members whose actions lead to the final confrontation.

Sebastian Ortega — Angel on the Amazon (1948)

Sebastian is the strange man whose appearance in Rio causes Christine to panic. Jim follows him, and Sebastian identifies himself before recounting the story of Christine's mother, who shot a panther and then killed herself, and of Christine's father leaving her behind. His account gives Jim information about Christine's past.

Old Baba — Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves (1944)

Leader of the forty thieves. He discovers young Ali in his cave, recognizes his courageous spirit, and adopts him as his son. He leads the band as Robin Hood-style resistance fighters but dies from mortal wounds sustained during the rescue operation.

Simon Cordoba — Girl Trouble (1942)

The company's New York representative, Cordoba misunderstands Pedro's account of his negotiations with Flint and believes Pedro has been granted the loan. After learning the loan was not secured, he chastises Pedro, who is then ordered back to Venezuela.

Tomaso Bozanni — Going My Way (1944)

Parishioner or community figure involved in church social dynamics and local events.

Kuda — The Sultan's Daughter (1943)

The Sultan's trusted advisor and a secret ally of the Germans. He aims to marry Patra and secretly manipulates Jimmy and Tim to persuade her to sign over the oil leases without revealing his true intentions.

African Police Corporal — Bulldog Drummond in Africa (1938)

Local law enforcement officer in the African setting.

Pietro Rafaelo — A Successful Calamity (1932)

A composer who performs a music recital at the Wilton home. Henry later spots his wife Emmy leaving in a car with him, leading to a momentary misunderstanding about her fidelity.

Ricardo Domingos — Nancy Goes to Rio (1950)

A Brazilian playwright considering Frances for his upcoming production. He privately tells Frances's producer that a younger actress might be better suited, then meets Nancy and immediately recognizes her as the perfect fit for the role. He ultimately supports Nancy's casting when Frances steps down.

Sheriff Antoine Chighizola — Thunder Bay (1953)

The sheriff of Port Felicity who responds when a fight breaks out at the Bon Chance after Phillipe Bayard attacks Johnny Gambi. He arrests the oilmen during the disturbance, placing a brief legal check on the escalating conflict between the outsiders and the local community.

Career Overview

Fortunio Bonanova has 77 screen credits in a career dating back to 1922. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Charlie Chan (Sidney Toler) Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include The Red Dragon, El carnaval del diablo, Pacto con el Diablo (o el socio, Mr. Davis). Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
77
Birth Date
1895-01-13
Birth Place
Palma de Mallorca, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1439141), public domain (CC0).