Mexico 86 : watch the exclusive trailer for Gaumont USA’s new production
The film will be available on June 5 on Netflix.
Synopsis — “Mexico 86 is a comedy based on the very real ' and totally absurd ' attempt by Mexico to host the 1986 World Cup at the last minute. When his life goes off the rails, Rafael del Castillo, a bureaucrat in crisis, decides to risk it all to become the savior of Mexican football...”
In these first images: oversized ambition, behind-the-scenes negotiations, and some seriously inspired improvisation.
A cast led by Diego Luna
Diego Luna stars as Martín de la Torre, a civil servant ready to do anything to put Mexico “on the map” of world football. Also starring: Daniel Giménez Cacho and Karla Souza.
Inspired by a true story
Behind the satire, the film looks back on an incredible race against the clock, as the country faces a huge logistical, political, and media challenge to host the world’s biggest tournament.
A Gaumont USA production
Following the international success of Narcos, Gaumont USA teams up once again with Netflix to bring this one-of-a-kind story to the screen, directed by Gabriel Ripstein (who also co-wrote the film with Daniel Krauze).
Streaming June 5 on Netflix. Until then, dive into the world of Mexico 86 with the official trailer.
