The cultural bomb of the year already has a name
And it’s called ‘PORTO RICO’. Imagine this: Residente changing the microphone for the camera, and Bad Bunny leaving the flow for his first leading role. Together, in a film that promises to shake more than a concert at the Colosseum.
The news arrived this Wednesday and already has everyone talking. It is not for less. The project is described as an “epic Caribbean western and historical drama”inspired by true events. I mean, get ready for something big.
“I have dreamed of making a film about my country since I was a child,” Residente said in a statement. “This film is a reaffirmation of who we are, told with the intensity and honesty that our story deserves.”.
A cast that takes your breath away
But this isn’t just about the two of them. Check out this casting: Viggo Mortensen, Javier Bardem and Edward Norton are also on the list. Yes, you read that right.
Norton will not only act, but he will also produce. And his words about the project are worth framing:
“Everyone knows what a poet of language and rhythm René is. Now they are going to see what a visual visionary he is too,” he declared. “And reuniting him with Bad Bunny to tell the true story of Puerto Rico’s roots is going to be like a flame finding the stick of dynamite that has been waiting for it.”.
Behind the scenes, things are just as impressive. Residente co-wrote the script with Alexander Dinelaris, the guy who won the Oscar for ‘Birdman.’ And as executive producer is none other than Alejandro G. Iñárritu.
For Bad Bunny, this will be his first leading role after appearing in films such as ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ and ‘Caught Stealing’. His Super Bowl show already gave us a taste of what he can do when he celebrates his culture.
When is it recorded or released? That’s still a mystery. The only thing that is clear is that when this film arrives, it will leave its mark. It’s not just another project of celebrities making films. This seems like something personal, necessary and with all the pieces to be historic.
