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Ryan Piers and América Ferrera
British filmmaker, Michael Radford has attached himself to direct Mankind Entertainment’s upcoming, true-life historical drama, Castro’s Daughter.
Radford will bring his masterful vision to the film, which follows the amazing, true life story of Alina Fernandez—the exiled daughter of Cuba’s former communist leader, Fidel Castro. After years of disagreements with Castro, Fernandez courageously escaped her homeland of Cuba disguised as a Spanish tourist; she later wrote her international bestselling memoir, Castro’s Daughter: An Exile’s Memoir of Cuba. Fernandez, now a global icon, holds lectures at colleges in the U.S, and worldwide; and commentates for cable news shows, Fox and CNN routinely.
The screenplay was written by Bobby Moresco, who won an Oscar and BAFTA for co-writing Crash in 2005; and Cuban playwright: Nilo Cruz (‘Anna in the Tropics’), who won the Pulitzer Prize and Steinberg awards in 2003. Daughter is being produced by Mankind’s John Torres Martinez, and Joe Lamy.
Radford, a classical favorite, reached acclaim with his film adaptation of George Orwell’s novel, 1984. He later went on to direct his most famous work, Il Postino; a world renowned, Italian-set love story which garnered him two Oscar nominations for Best Directing and Best Screenplay, two BAFTA wins for Directing and Best Film (non English), and a David di Donatello nomination for Best European Film. His film took an Oscar for Best Music, two BAFTA’s for Best Film (non-English) and Best Music.
C a r l o s L e o n S t a r s in “Immigration Tango
Carlos Leon, who used to be known as the baby daddy to Madonna’s daughter Lourdes Maria Ciccone Leon, film by film and a series of TV guest appearance in shows like Law in Order: Criminal Intent, CSI: NY and Ugly Betty have finally put the focus on his acting career. His latest film Immigration Tango hist the street on June 28, 2011 on DVD.
Love and marriage are in the air this June as Lionsgate debuts the romantic comedy Immigration Tango on DVD, Digital Download and On Demand. Four friends. One big problem. Two-time winner at both the Boston International Film Festival and the Monaco International Film Festival, the film explores what two couples will do for love, friendship and green cards. Packed with laughs, the film stars Carlos Leon (The Big Lebowski), McCaleb Burnett (The Men Who Stare at Goats), Elika Portnoy (upcoming Sofia) and Ashley Wolfe (Casino Jack). Immigration Tango, featuring an audio commentary with the filmmakers, dances its way to DVD on June 28th, for the suggested retail price of $27.98.
Bella bride: America Ferrera weds longtime beau A m e ri ca F er rer a and her longtime boyfriend Ryan Piers Williams tied the knot this week in a star-packed bash.
The 27-year Ugly Betty star and Ryan were married in an elegant and intimate setting amongst close friends and family. The bride and groom exchanged vows at the stunning Chappaqua, New York home of her Ugly Betty costar Vanessa Williams. Also in attendance included Hollywood stars: Blake Lively and Amber Tambln (her Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants costars) plus such Ugly Betty cohorts as Rebecca Romlin (with hubby Jerry O’Connell), Mark Indelicato and Judith Light who officiated the ceremony! America looked radiant in a stunning dress by Amsale’s “Chrisos” label and accessorized with Fred Leighton Jewelry.
Williams proposed to the 27-year-old actress in June 2010 with a 4-carat round cut diamond worth about $70,000. Ferrara won an Emmy, a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award for her portrayal of Betty Suarez on ABC’s Ugly Betty.
¡Que Viva La Novia!
