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Bad Bunny Stars in 'Porto Rico' Epic with Norton, Bardem

Grammy-winning artist Bad Bunny is set for a lead role in the historical drama "Porto Rico." The film, described as an epic Caribbean western, will be directed by Rene Perez Joglar, known as Residente, in his feature debut. It will co-star Edward Norton, Javier Bardem, and Viggo Mortensen, with Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu serving as producer. The project aims to tell Puerto Rico's true history through authentic, culturally driven storytelling.

Key Points: Bad Bunny Leads 'Porto Rico' Film with Norton, Bardem

  • Bad Bunny's lead film role
  • Epic Caribbean western setting
  • Directed by Residente
  • Features major Hollywood stars
  • Based on Puerto Rico's origins
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Grammy winner Bad Bunny to play lead in 'Porto Rico' drama alongside Edward Norton, Javier Bardem

Grammy winner Bad Bunny to star in historical drama 'Porto Rico' alongside Edward Norton and Javier Bardem, directed by Residente.

"I have dreamed of making a film about my country since I was a child. - Rene Perez Joglar (Residente)"

Washington DC, February 19

The singing superstar Bad Bunny is set to play a lead role in the historical drama 'Porto Rico', reported Variety. It is followed by the singer's appearances in 'Bullet Train' with Brad Pitt and director Darren Aronofsky's 'Caught Stealing.'

Rene Perez Joglar, the Grammy-winning Puerto Rican rapper known as Residente, is directing 'Porto Rico' in his feature debut.

Edward Norton, Javier Bardem and Viggo Mortensen will co-star in the movie, described as an "epic Caribbean western" and "gripping narrative inspired by true events" about Puerto Rico's origins, reported Variety.

Perez Joglar co-wrote the film with Alexander Dinelaris, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of 'Birdman' and 'The Revenant.' Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, the director of 'Birdman' and 'The Revenant,' to serve as the producer of the film.

"I have dreamed of making a film about my country since I was a child. Puerto Rico's true history has always been surrounded by controversy," Perez Joglar said.

"This film is a reaffirmation of who we are told with the intensity and honesty that our history deserves," added Perez Joglar as quoted by Variety.

'Porto Rico' will be produced by Perez Joglar and Erick Douat via 1868 Studios, a joint venture created by Perez Joglar, Sony Music Latin-Iberia, and Sony Music Vision to develop, produce and distribute original content centred on "authentic, culturally driven storytelling."

Recently, Bad Bunny created a buzz in the entertainment industry with his performance at the Super Bowl Halftime Show which highilighted the celebration of Puerto Rican culture that featured Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin.

Earlier in the month, Bad Bunny made Grammys history as the first Spanish-language artist to win album of the year with his album 'Debi Tirar Mas Fotos,' reported Variety.

- ANI

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Priya S
As an Indian, I appreciate films that explore colonial histories and cultural identity. Puerto Rico's story might have parallels with parts of our own history. Looking forward to this "epic Caribbean western"!
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Rohit P
Bad Bunny is on fire! Grammy, Super Bowl, and now a lead role with Hollywood heavyweights. It's inspiring to see artists from non-English backgrounds breaking barriers globally. More power to him!
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Sarah B
The producer and writer team behind this is incredible (Birdman, Revenant). But casting a musician in a lead role for a historical drama is a big risk. I hope Bad Bunny has the acting chops to pull it off.
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Vikram M
"Authentic, culturally driven storytelling" – this is the key phrase. So often Hollywood gets other cultures wrong. Having Residente direct and co-write gives me hope this will be a genuine portrayal. Jai ho to that!
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Nikhil C
The article says the history is "surrounded by controversy." I hope the film tackles this honestly and doesn't just make a feel-good story. True historical dramas should make us think, not just entertain.

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