Javier Bardem: Set to star in upcoming film by Spanish director Rodrigo Sorogoyen

Javier Bardem revealed his next leading role in the upcoming film by Spanish director Rodrigo Sorogoyen, following Sorogoyen’s 2022 hit The Beasts.

During the press conference at the San Sebastián Film Festival, the actor discussed his new career move.

This is great — world-class Spanish talent recognising one another, Bardem to Sorogoyen. Already can't wait.

“[Bardem] has signed on to star in the next film from Spanish filmmaker Rodrigo Sorogoyen (The Beasts).”https://t.co/uWdMv0bgwk

— James Lanternman (@jlanternman) September 22, 2024

Notably, just hours later, Bardem was honored with the festival’s top award for 2023, in recognition of his contributions to cinema.

The new film by Sorogoyen is titled El ser querido (The Beloved), with a screenplay co-written by his longtime collaborator Isabel Peña.

The cast also includes Vicky Luengo, known for her role in the TV series Riot Police, and she is also appearing in Pedro Almodóvar’s new film The Room Next Door.

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