Hua-Ta Tang

Actor

Active: 1960

About Hua-Ta Tang

Very limited information is available about Hua-Ta Tang, who appeared in the 1960 science fiction film 'First Spaceship on Venus.' The actor appears to have had a brief film career, with this East German/Polish co-production being their only known credited role. Given the international nature of the production, which brought together actors from multiple countries, Tang was likely cast to represent an Asian character in the multinational crew of the Venus expedition. The film itself was a notable science fiction production during the Cold War era, but detailed records about supporting cast members from this period are scarce, particularly for actors who may not have had extensive careers in European cinema.

The Craft

Milestones

  • Appeared in 'First Spaceship on Venus' (1960)

Best Known For

Iconic Roles

  • Crew member in 'First Spaceship on Venus'

Must-See Films

  • First Spaceship on Venus (1960)

Working Relationships

Studios

  • DEFA (East German Film Studio)

Why They Matter

Impact on Culture

Hua-Ta Tang's contribution to cinema represents the international casting efforts of Cold War-era European science fiction productions, where filmmakers sought to create multinational crews to reflect global cooperation themes, even in the midst of political tensions between East and West.

Lasting Legacy

While Hua-Ta Tang's filmography appears limited to a single known role, their participation in 'First Spaceship on Venus' places them within the context of early European science fiction cinema and the international co-production movement of the 1960s.

Who They Inspired

Due to the limited available information about Hua-Ta Tang's career and influence, their impact on subsequent actors or filmmakers cannot be documented from existing sources.

Off Screen

No personal information about Hua-Ta Tang is available in existing film databases and historical records.

Did You Know?

  • Appeared in 'First Spaceship on Venus,' an East German/Polish co-production that was one of the most ambitious science fiction films of its era
  • The film was based on Polish author Stanisław Lem's novel 'The Astronauts'
  • The production featured an international cast representing various nationalities as part of the Venus expedition crew
  • The film was later distributed in the United States by Crown International Pictures in 1962
  • The original German title was 'Der Schweigende Stern' (The Silent Star)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Hua-Ta Tang?

Hua-Ta Tang was an actor who appeared in the 1960 science fiction film 'First Spaceship on Venus.' Very little is known about their career beyond this single credited role.

What film is Hua-Ta Tang known for?

Hua-Ta Tang is known exclusively for their appearance in 'First Spaceship on Venus' (1960), an East German/Polish science fiction co-production.

When was Hua-Ta Tang active in film?

Based on available records, Hua-Ta Tang appears to have been active only in 1960, with 'First Spaceship on Venus' being their only known film credit.

What was 'First Spaceship on Venus' about?

The film depicted an international expedition to Venus after discovering a mysterious artifact, featuring a multinational crew including Hua-Ta Tang's character.

Why is there limited information about Hua-Ta Tang?

Limited information about Hua-Ta Tang likely reflects their brief acting career and the scarcity of detailed records about supporting cast members in Eastern European cinema from this period.

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Films

1 film