Luis Gerardo Méndez discusses role in Ben Affleck film ‘Animals’

Actor Luis Gerardo Méndez is discussing his role in the upcoming film ‘Animals’, directed by and starring Ben Affleck. Méndez, known for his work in ‘Narcos: Mexico’, plays Ramon, the undocumented Mexican boyfriend of a housekeeper who becomes involved in a kidnapping crisis involving a Los Angeles mayoral candidate.

Méndez shared that Affleck specifically requested him for the role after watching his performance in ‘Narcos: Mexico’ and even committed to rewriting the script to better suit his character. Méndez expressed that the collaboration felt ‘magical’ and hopes the film serves as a platform to spark meaningful discussions regarding immigration.