Bad Bunny takes on a leading role in Residente's directorial debut, 'PORTO RICO'

Residente and Bad Bunny are joining forces on a new film that tells Puerto Rico’s story through historical drama. Filmmakers said Wednesday that Residente is making his directorial debut with “PORTO RICO.” Bad Bunny is taking his first leading role. The cast also includes Viggo Mortensen, Javier Bardem and Edward Norton. Residente co-wrote the script with Alexander Dinelaris, an Oscar winner for “Birdman.” The film is described as an epic Caribbean Western inspired by true events. Alejandro G. Iñárritu and Live Nation are supporting the project. No information was immediately available about production or release dates.