# Filming of Residente film ‘Porto Rico’

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/filming-of-residente-film-porto-rico
> Updated: 2026-09-03T01:25:21.000Z. Sources: 20. Developments: 2.

Artist Residente has commenced filming his directorial debut, a project titled ‘Porto Rico’. Described as a ‘Caribbean western’ and historical drama, the film explores the colonial history and identity of Puerto Rico.

The production features an international cast including Bad Bunny in his first leading role, alongside Viggo Mortensen, Edward Norton, and Javier Bardem. The screenplay was co-written by Residente and Alexander Dinelaris, with Alejandro G. Iñárritu serving as executive producer.

While the narrative focuses on Puerto Rican history, filming is being conducted in the Dominican Republic. This location choice was influenced by infrastructure needs and disputes regarding tax incentives offered by the Puerto Rican government.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: Residente begins filming ‘Porto Rico’ starring Bad Bunny

Residente has begun filming his directorial debut, ‘Porto Rico’, a Caribbean Western starring Bad Bunny that explores Puerto Rico's colonial history.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/residente-begins-filming-porto-rico-starring-bad-bunny-2

### 2026-08-31: Residente begins filming ‘Porto Rico’ starring Bad Bunny

Residente has begun filming his directorial debut, ‘Porto Rico’, a Caribbean western starring Bad Bunny, Viggo Mortensen, and Edward Norton, currently shooting in the Dominican Republic.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/residente-begins-filming-porto-rico-starring-bad-bunny-1

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