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‘Cassandro’ Trailer: Gael García Bernal Brings The “Liberace Of Lucha Libre” To Life

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What?

Cassandro

About?

Saúl Armendáriz, a gay amateur wrestler from El Paso, rises to international stardom after he creates the character ‘Cassandro,’ the “Liberace of Lucha Libre.” In the process, he upends not just the macho wrestling world, but also his own life. Based on a true story. Directed by Academy Award® winner Roger Ross Williams.

Who?

Gael García Bernal, Roberta Colindrez, Perla De La Rosa, Joaquín Cosío, and Raúl Castillo with special appearances from El Hijo del Santo and Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio (Bad Bunny)

When & Where?

Theaters on Friday, September 15th, 2023; Prime Video September 22nd, 2023