Residente dirigirá un western histórico protagonizado por Bad Bunny

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Residente will direct a historical western starring Bad Bunny

Resident will direct “Porto Rico”an epic Caribbean western and historical drama that will feature Bad Bunny in his first leading role. Both Residente and Bad Bunny had already had previous forays into the world of cinema.

René Pérez Joglarbetter known as Residentwill make his debut as a feature film director with the film “Porto Rico”. Let us remember that, previously, the former Calle 13 had already directed some of his video clips such as “René”, which you can see below these lines. The film has been described as “an epic Caribbean western and historical drama.” It will have Bad Bunny, who has been chosen for his first leading role. The Grammy-winning artist has already participated in films such as “Caught Stealing”, “Bullet Train” and “Happy Gilmore 2”. The cast also includes Hollywood stars Viggo Mortensen, Edward Norton and Javier Bardem.

The story of “Porto Rico” is based on the life of José Maldonado Romana Puerto Rican revolutionary known as White Eagle (White Eagle), who fought against colonialism in the 19th century. “This film is part of a tradition of films that we love deeply,” he said. Norton in a press release. “From “The Godfather” until “Gangs of New York”are films that move us with visceral drama and iconic characters and eras, while forcing us to confront the history in the shadows under the American narrative of idealism,” he added.

Bad Bunny He is currently going through a great moment after the success of his performance at the Super Bowl halftime show. He celebrated the culture of his Puerto Rico native, as well as that of other nations of the American continent, transmitting a message of unity under the motto: “The only thing more powerful than hate is love.” Despite criticism from donald trumpthe show was the fourth most-watched Super Bowl halftime show in history.

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