“James Franco has an apparent bodily resemblance with Fidel Castro, in addition to his abilities and charisma,” she advised the publication.
There had been public outcry from some over Franco’s casting, together with from actor John Leguizamo, as a result of the actor just isn’t Latino.
“No extra appropriation Hollywood and streamers! Boycott! This F’d up!,” he wrote. “Plus significantly troublesome story to inform with out aggrandizement which might b improper! I do not bought a prob with Franco however he ain’t Latino!”
The movie tells the story of Fernández, who was born as the results of a love affair between Cuban-born socialite Natalia “Naty” Revuelta and Castro.
“I am certain that Mía Maestro, an actress I like, will perceive and interpret Naty, my mom, in a singular manner and I can not wait to see her constructing her character,” Fernández advised Deadline.
“The mission is nearly completely Latino, each in entrance and behind the digicam,” she added.