Mexican actor-turned-director Kuno Becker talks to Latin Post about his new suspenseful thriller, "Panic 5 Bravo, " which will be released on Dec. 5 by Pantelion Films.
World Cup 2014 arrived in full force this summer, shining a spotlight on the intense and beloved game of soccer, thus gaining more fans worldwide on all platforms -- from social media, mobile to television. Yet not all things soccer-related could ultimately score a goal to win the game, including El Rey Network's soccer spy drama, "Matador," which unfortunately had to be cancelled.
Are you a fan of Kung Fu films, Bruce Lee and martial arts and want to get your old-school Kung Fu on during the Thanksgiving weekend? Well, you're in luck because Robert Rodriguez's El Rey Network will bring you insanely skilled martial artists who will battle it out while you're still in your Turkey-induced coma!
Also, Randy Orton and Wade Barrett set to return to action soon, Sheamus undergoes surgery, "NXT Takeover: R Evolution" card begins to flesh out, TNA Wrestling has a new television contract and Jeff Jarrett's Global Force Wrestling (GWF) looking to work with Ring of Honor (ROH).
"Pulp Fiction" director Quentin Tarantino is bringing his signature touch to a post-Civil War western thriller "The Hateful Eight" -- and the story will unfold with the help of Oscar-nominated Mexican actor, Demian Bichir, who he recently cast.
From the small screen to the big screen, most of us are suckers for reality TV, like "Dancing With the Stars" where former celebrities re-emerge into the spotlight to see if they can dance, to feel-good romantic comedies that tug at our heartstrings.Yet there's another type of comedy that also gives you that warm and fuzzy feeling -- but not in the way you'd expect. It's stoner comedy, and it's making a unique comeback to the box office with the long-awaited, big-screen reunion of "Cheech and Chong," otherwise known as Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong.
"Lucha Underground," which premieres Wednesday night on the El Rey Network, promises to bring the high-flying athleticism and a flare for theatrics of the Mexican lucha libre style. "Lucha Underground" is produced by Emmy Award-winner Mark Burnett's One Three Media in conjunction with FactoryMade Ventures for El Rey Network and Lucha Libre AAA -- the popular Mexican wrestling organization who is looking to bring their fast-paced brand of wrestling to American audiences.
Many people know comedic actor Cheech Marin for his stoner comedy "Cheech & Chong" films in the '70s and '80s, but he's also made his mark as a director, writer, musician and a Chicano advocate and art collector. He's starred in feature film comedies and animated movies and has made bestselling bilingual children's music albums.Marin recently spoke to Latin Post about his role in the animated fantasy-adventure, "The Book of Life," directed by Jorge Gutierrez and produced by his longtime friend and Oscar-winning Guillermo del Toro. During the Latin Post exclusive interview, Marin reminisced of his early days and recalled other Latino trailblazers in film, including renegade filmmaker and fellow Mexican-American, Robert Rodriguez.
If you are ever in need of a wing man and a singing entourage to help woo your true love, Cheech Marin is your man!In "The Book of Life," Marin voices the hysterical role of Pancho Rodriguez, one of Manolo's (voiced by Diego Luna's hilarious mariachi friends, the "Rodriguez brothers" (also voiced by Gabriel Iglesias and Ricardo Sanchez "Mandril"). In the film, they try "fun, though hardly romantic versions of Rod Stewart's 'Do Ya Think I'm Sexy' and Biz Markie's 'Just a Friend' - the latter to the accompaniment of a toy piano."
"I had a blast," Wilmer said. "It's kicking a** worldwide. We have our own Halloween Horror Night at Universal Studios. It shows that pop culture paid attention."
El Rey Network and its founder and chairman, filmmaker Robert Rodriguez, are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with an exclusive video that highlights its Latino talent featured on its popular TV series, including "From Dusk Till Dawn," "Matador" and "El Rey Network Presents: The Director's Chair."
Also, news involving Rusev after he disposes of the Big Show, Randy Orton possibly going "face" and battling Seth Rollins, and potential spoilers regarding the next NXT live event to air on the WWE Network.
Eiza Gonzalez also spoke about the difference between Nickelodeon in Mexico and the United States. Eiza Gonzalez has been working in the United States in the past year, and now the Mexican actress wants to become a citizen.
The actress agreed there was more to her than whether or not she has cellulite. Eiza Gonzalez's weight has been a subject of fascination lately. Recently, the actress was seen with a fuller bust, and Gonzalez explained it was because she had gained weight.
The Spanish-born actress and science aficionado spoke to Latin Post about her recurring role on "Matador," what it's like to be on set, and how she's carrying on her family's Nobel Prize-winning legacy.
Also, former Ring of Honor champion Kevin Steen signs officially signs with WWE and reports to NXT, former TNA Wrestling champion Bully Ray possibly a free agent, update on Rey Mysterious contract situation, and former UFC fighter Chael Sonnen tells Chris Jericho the WWE is not interested in signing him.
What do filmmakers Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez have in common?What do filmmakers Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez have in common -- besides their love of grindhouse, spaghetti westerns and kung fu and other films that have generated a cult-like following. But renegade filmmaker Rodriguez wanted to delve further and see what makes his pal and fellow collaborator Tarantino tick, feel alive on set and determine what makes the cut.
Nearly a decade ago, Frank Miller's graphic novels came to life on the big screen with the release of "Sin City" in 2005, starring the beautiful and talented Latina actresses Jessica Alba and Rosario Dawson. Now the women are back at it again as fierce Latina femme fatales, co-starring with Eva Green ("300: Rise of an Empire") in Miller's and co-director Robert Rodriguez's "Sin City: A Dame to Kill For," which hits theaters Aug. 22.
Robert Rodriguez, the founder and chairman of the English-language network El Rey, sat down with Mexican director and longtime friend Guillermo del Toro for "El Rey Network Presents: The Director's Chair," which will air Wednesday, July 30 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on El Rey Network.
"Matador" is An action-packed soccer-themed spy thriller mixed with sex appeal, a bit of comedy, campiness and cringe-worthy moments, a loving Latino family, a few sinister characters and high Hollywood production quality.
