Best Eugenio Derbez Movies That Feature Every Aspect of the Mexican Actor's Professional Persona
Eugenio Derbez is certainly one of the most famous Mexican actors in the U.S., thanks to his wide catalog of movies that showcased his skills and talent in acting.
His fame and glamour in the limelight are a product of years of hard work in the entertainment industry. Derbez is more than an actor as he is also a writer, director, and producer.
His skills in acting are not surprising, as he has a degree in film directing from the Mexican Institute of Cinematography and Theater. According to IMDB, Derbez also has a degree in acting from Televisa's acting school.
With his compelling background in acting, he was recognized by Variety as the number one most influential Hispanic male in the world.
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Best Eugenio Derbez Movies
Eugenio Derbez has a long list of movies he can offer to his fans. And if you would like to know more about the Mexican actor's works, here is a list of movies you can binge-watch with your friends to make you more acquainted with Derbez's acting skills.
Dora and the Lost City of Gold
If you are into adventure and comedy with a lot of trivia about the history, "Dora and the Lost City of Gold" is for you. This live-action film from the animated series "Dora The Explorer" from Nickelodeon will still give you that thrill like when you are a kid, but in a more realistic setting.
In this film, Eugenio Derbez was joined by Isabela Moner, Eva Longoria, Benicio del Toro, and even Danny Trejo. Derbez played the character of Alejandro Gutierrez, a pilgrim and professor from the National University of San Marcos in Peru.
The Angry Birds 2
Eugenio Derbez is also talented when it comes to voice acting. The Mexican actor proved that when he became a part of "The Angry Birds 2."
Although the film was animated, TvOverMind reported that this film is not entirely suited for kids due to the themes and ideas used. In this 2019 film, Derbez voices investigator Glenn who helped the rogue, Zeta, to take down the Angry Birds.
Miracles From Heaven
If you want a little heartfelt and touching role from Eugenio Derbez, then "Miracles From Heaven" should be played on your screen. Ranking fifth in IMDB's most popular films of the Mexican actor, the movie's story revolves around the true story of the Beam family, who witnessed a miracle.
In this 2017 drama movie, Derbez played Dr. Samuel Nurko, a pediatric gastroenterologist who treats Anna, a 10-year-old girl who had an incurable illness.
How to Be a Latin Lover
Eugenio Derbez also offers a romantic and funny film that is evident in the movie "How to Be a Latin Lover." In this film, Derbez played the role of Maximo, a gigolo who married a wealthy woman more than twice his age, and he never learned to do anything for himself.
But a series of unfortunate events led him to move in with his estranged sister and her son. Salma Hayek and Kristen Bell joined Derbez for an epic romantic-comedy experience in this film.
CODA
Another movie that showcased Eugenio Derbez's fantastic acting skills is the 2021 film "CODA." In this film, Derbez played the role of Bernardo Villalobos, a music instructor who will accompany the main character, Ruby, the only individual who can hear in a group of individuals that are all deaf.
This film was a big winner when it premiered at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. It earned four awards: Grand Jury Prize, the Directing Award for Heder, Audience Award, and a special jury prize for the ensemble cast. "CODA" also won the Best Picture award at the recent Oscars, making it worth adding to your movie list.
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Written by: Joshua Summers
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