Rocco Gioffre

Rocco Gioffre is a visual effects artist known for his work in the film industry. He began his career as a matte painter, contributing to the visual aesthetics of notable films such as "Star Trek: The Motion Picture" (1979) and "Caddyshack" (1980). In "Star Trek," Gioffre's matte paintings helped create the iconic views of space and alien planets, while in "Caddyshack," he assisted in bringing the comedic golf course to life. Later in his career, Gioffre ventured into acting, appearing in the film "The Man Who Killed Hitler and Then the Bigfoot" (2019) as the character 'The Priggish Nazi.' Additionally, he worked on Francis Ford Coppola's "One from the Heart" (1982) as a matte painter, further showcasing his versatility and skill in the visual effects department.