Cassandro, the LGBTQIA+ Wrestling Biopic, Receives Rave Reviews for Gael García Bernal and Bad Bunny’s Sizzling Romance
The wrestling biopic, Cassandro, has gained immense praise from critics since its premieres at the esteemed 2023 Sundance Film Festival. Starring Gael García Bernal and music sensation Bad Bunny, the film offers an intimate portrayal of a steamy LGBTQIA+ romance.
Set in the 1980s, Cassandro is inspired by the real-life story of Saúl Armendáriz, also known as Cassandro (played by Gael García Bernal), an openly gay wrestler in the lucha libre wrestling scene. The film navigates his extraordinary journey to becoming one of the most successful exóticos in the sport.
Alongside Bernal and Bad Bunny, the cast features talented actors such as Roberta Colindrez, Perla De La Rosa, Joaquín Cosío, Raúl Castillo, and El Hijo del Santo. Bad Bunny plays the role of Felipe, Cassandro’s captivating love interest on screen.
In an interview with Time Magazine, Bad Bunny excitedly spoke about his queer role and shared his experience of kissing Bernal. He described it as a cabrón (badass) moment, as it was his first on-screen kiss, and it happened to be with a man. The rapper embraced the opportunity to challenge himself as an actor and expressed his comfort in playing diverse characters.
Since fans heard about Bad Bunny’s involvement in the film, they have eagerly awaited the release of Cassandro. The movie is now playing in select theaters and will be available for streaming on Prime Video starting September 22nd.
To celebrate the film’s release, Amazon Studios has released a series of clips from the drama, featuring a particularly rousing interaction between Bernal and Bad Bunny’s characters. In one scene, Saúl and Felipe share an intimate kiss before Felipe hesitates, stating he can’t go through with it. Saúl reassures him, expressing understanding and bidding him farewell.
Another clip showcases the playful flirtation between the two characters as they discuss wrestling and their personal interests. Felipe admits his preference for strip clubs, disappointingly surprising Saúl, who finds beauty in lucha libre.
Towards the end of the clip, Saúl discloses his attraction to Felipe and reveals what his alter ego, Cassandro, would say to him. The admission shocks Felipe, leaving audiences intrigued about the direction their relationship will take throughout the film.
Cassandro’s exploration of LGBTQIA+ themes, combined with the compelling performances of Gael García Bernal and Bad Bunny, has undoubtedly captivated audiences and critics alike. With its heartfelt storytelling and representation, the film promises to be an impactful addition to the LGBTQIA+ cinematic landscape.
Sources:
– Time Magazine’s Bad Bunny Cover Story: [link]
– Cassandro on Twitter: [link]
– Rotten Tomatoes’ tweet: [link]
– Prime Video on Twitter: [link]
– Amazon Studios’ tweet: [link]
