John Leguizamo really, really loves Latin history. “I’m a history addict. I’m an idiot savant in history,” the actor, writer and producer says, laughing. “Latin history’s become my thing — my passion — and I try to smuggle it wherever I can.”
The Menu and Encanto star had done a version of that with his popular one-man Broadway show Latin History for Morons — a creative journey that would eventually inspire elements of his newest adventure. That’s Leguizamo Does America, a travel show all about exploring the known and lesser-known layers of Latin cultural history across the U.S.
The docuseries, which airs on MSNBC and streams on Peacock, treads both familiar and unfamiliar territory as it guides viewers through a food- and dance-filled cultural journey across six locations — New York, Miami, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles and Puerto Rico. While traversing each locale, the Emmy-winning performer unpacks the region...
The Menu and Encanto star had done a version of that with his popular one-man Broadway show Latin History for Morons — a creative journey that would eventually inspire elements of his newest adventure. That’s Leguizamo Does America, a travel show all about exploring the known and lesser-known layers of Latin cultural history across the U.S.
The docuseries, which airs on MSNBC and streams on Peacock, treads both familiar and unfamiliar territory as it guides viewers through a food- and dance-filled cultural journey across six locations — New York, Miami, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles and Puerto Rico. While traversing each locale, the Emmy-winning performer unpacks the region...
- 4/16/2023
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Amazon is developing a series version of the Philip K. Dick novel “Clans of the Alphane Moon,” Variety has learned exclusively.
The project is being developed under Electric Shepherd Productions and Patrick Moran’s first look deals with Amazon Studios. Moran, via Patrick Moran Productions, is executive producing the project along with John Leguizamo, as well as as Isa Dick Hakcett, the CEO of Electric Shepherd. Bradley Kaplan will also executive produce.
“Clans of the Alphane Moon” is described as a “a subversive, genre-bending, sci-fi comedy about desperately trying to escape, and ultimately having to embrace our flaws, told through the prism of a Latinx family en route to a new, faraway moon.”
Should the project go forward, it would be the latest project based on Dick’s works at Amazon. The streamer previously aired the anthology series “Philip K. Dick’s Electric Dreams” as well as the alternative history...
The project is being developed under Electric Shepherd Productions and Patrick Moran’s first look deals with Amazon Studios. Moran, via Patrick Moran Productions, is executive producing the project along with John Leguizamo, as well as as Isa Dick Hakcett, the CEO of Electric Shepherd. Bradley Kaplan will also executive produce.
“Clans of the Alphane Moon” is described as a “a subversive, genre-bending, sci-fi comedy about desperately trying to escape, and ultimately having to embrace our flaws, told through the prism of a Latinx family en route to a new, faraway moon.”
Should the project go forward, it would be the latest project based on Dick’s works at Amazon. The streamer previously aired the anthology series “Philip K. Dick’s Electric Dreams” as well as the alternative history...
- 4/4/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
John Leguizamo is one of the most versatile and beloved actors of our time. Whether it’s on the big screen, the small screen, or on stage, John Leguizamo has captivated audiences everywhere with his unique ability to take on roles that are so different from one another.
John Leguizamo. Depostiphotos
His film credits include hits like “Carlito’s Way”, “Summer of Sam” and “Romeo + Juliet”, as well as roles in Broadway productions such as “Freak” and “Ghetto Klown”. His television credits include the Emmy-nominated Netflix comedy “Latin History for Morons”, which he wrote and starred in, as well as a recurring role on “Fear the Walking Dead”.
John Leguizamo is also known for speaking his mind and, when it comes to diversity, he’s never been afraid to challenge the status quo. He is vocal about representation on-screen and in Hollywood and has spoken out about the importance of Latinx representation in the media.
John Leguizamo. Depostiphotos
His film credits include hits like “Carlito’s Way”, “Summer of Sam” and “Romeo + Juliet”, as well as roles in Broadway productions such as “Freak” and “Ghetto Klown”. His television credits include the Emmy-nominated Netflix comedy “Latin History for Morons”, which he wrote and starred in, as well as a recurring role on “Fear the Walking Dead”.
John Leguizamo is also known for speaking his mind and, when it comes to diversity, he’s never been afraid to challenge the status quo. He is vocal about representation on-screen and in Hollywood and has spoken out about the importance of Latinx representation in the media.
- 3/31/2023
- by Movies Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
John Leguizamo will receive the Miami Film Festival‘s Impact Award on March 11.
Leguizamo’s new MSNBC series, “Leguizamo Does America,” will screen ahead of the award presentation. The festival’s upcoming 40th edition runs March 3-12.
The multi-hyphenate has more than 75 film, theater and television credits, including “Romeo + Juliet,” “Moulin Rouge!,” “Summer of Sam” and “Encanto.” The Emmy winner is next set to star alongside Toni Collette in Prime Video’s “The Power.” More recently, he co-starred in Mark Mylod’s film “The Menu.”
Following his Mff Impact award, Leguizamo will premiere his directorial debut, “Critical Thinking,” at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival. In addition to his Emmy award, Leguizamo has received a Drama Desk award and a special Tony award for his one-man show, “Latin History for Morons.”
“Leguizamo Does America” follows the actor as he travels from San Juan, Puerto Rico to East Los Angeles while making...
Leguizamo’s new MSNBC series, “Leguizamo Does America,” will screen ahead of the award presentation. The festival’s upcoming 40th edition runs March 3-12.
The multi-hyphenate has more than 75 film, theater and television credits, including “Romeo + Juliet,” “Moulin Rouge!,” “Summer of Sam” and “Encanto.” The Emmy winner is next set to star alongside Toni Collette in Prime Video’s “The Power.” More recently, he co-starred in Mark Mylod’s film “The Menu.”
Following his Mff Impact award, Leguizamo will premiere his directorial debut, “Critical Thinking,” at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival. In addition to his Emmy award, Leguizamo has received a Drama Desk award and a special Tony award for his one-man show, “Latin History for Morons.”
“Leguizamo Does America” follows the actor as he travels from San Juan, Puerto Rico to East Los Angeles while making...
- 2/24/2023
- by Charna Flam
- Variety Film + TV
HBO announced today that Academy Award winner Barry Levinson’s latest film, The Survivor, starring Ben Foster, will premiere on the premium cabler on April 27 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt, in honor of Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day)—subsequently becoming available for streaming on HBO Max.
The HBO Original is based on Alan Haft’s book, Harry Haft: Survivor of Auschwitz, Challenger of Rocky Marciano. It tells the incredible true story of Haft (Foster), who after being sent to Auschwitz, survived not only the unspeakable horrors of the camp, but the gladiatorial boxing spectacle he was forced to perform with his fellow prisoners for the amusement of his captors. Unbeknownst to those who try to destroy him, Haft’s will to survive is driven by his quest to reunite with the woman he loves.
Levinson previously directed the HBO films Paterno, The Wizard of Lies and You Don’t Know Jack,...
The HBO Original is based on Alan Haft’s book, Harry Haft: Survivor of Auschwitz, Challenger of Rocky Marciano. It tells the incredible true story of Haft (Foster), who after being sent to Auschwitz, survived not only the unspeakable horrors of the camp, but the gladiatorial boxing spectacle he was forced to perform with his fellow prisoners for the amusement of his captors. Unbeknownst to those who try to destroy him, Haft’s will to survive is driven by his quest to reunite with the woman he loves.
Levinson previously directed the HBO films Paterno, The Wizard of Lies and You Don’t Know Jack,...
- 2/15/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO Films has acquired the North American rights to “The Survivor,” a Harry Haft biopic produced and directed by Academy Award winner Barry Levinson. The deal comes after the film premiered at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival in September.
Based on Alan Haft’s book “Harry Haft: Survivor of Auschwitz, Challenger of Rocky Marciano,” “The Survivor” stars Ben Foster as Haft, an escaped Auschwitz prisoner who is forced to perform in boxing matches by his captor before moving to New York and using his boxing skills to help find the woman he loves.
Along with Foster, “The Survivor” also stars Vicky Krieps (“Phantom Thread”), Billy Magnussen (“No Time to Die”), Peter Sarsgaard (“Jackie”), Saro Emirze (“Wilsberg”), Dar Zuzovsky (“Hostages”), Danny DeVito (“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”) and John Leguizamo (“Latin History for Morons”).
“The Survivor” comes from Bron and New Mandate Films.
This will not mark the first...
Based on Alan Haft’s book “Harry Haft: Survivor of Auschwitz, Challenger of Rocky Marciano,” “The Survivor” stars Ben Foster as Haft, an escaped Auschwitz prisoner who is forced to perform in boxing matches by his captor before moving to New York and using his boxing skills to help find the woman he loves.
Along with Foster, “The Survivor” also stars Vicky Krieps (“Phantom Thread”), Billy Magnussen (“No Time to Die”), Peter Sarsgaard (“Jackie”), Saro Emirze (“Wilsberg”), Dar Zuzovsky (“Hostages”), Danny DeVito (“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”) and John Leguizamo (“Latin History for Morons”).
“The Survivor” comes from Bron and New Mandate Films.
This will not mark the first...
- 10/5/2021
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
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