Luisana Lopilato stars in new film ‘Pepita, la pistolera’

The film ‘Pepita, la pistolera’, directed by Lucía Puenzo and starring Luisana Lopilato, has premiered in Argentine cinemas. The production is inspired by the true story of Margarita Di Tullio, a figure from the Mar del Plata underworld in the 1980s who became a legend after killing three men who entered her home in 1985.

Lopilato, who also participated in the production, underwent a significant physical transformation using prosthetics, wigs, and contact lenses to portray the character. The film explores the complex life of Di Tullio, depicting her as a woman navigating a violent environment shaped by corruption and exploitation. The narrative focuses on a period in 1985 when Di Tullio was pregnant and attempting to establish independence.

In recent media appearances, Lopilato has discussed the challenges of the role and her personal life, including details about her family residence in Canada. The film has received attention for its intense atmosphere and its attempt to portray the historical context of Mar del Plata without romanticizing the criminal elements.