Irapuato, Gto. Aug 2 (AMEXI).- Mexico has become a crucial hub for young actors, both Mexican and foreign, standing out for its vibrant audiovisual industry.
Starting in theater, Vegas later ventured into Mexican series and film, participating in various national and international festivals.
Mexico: Land of Opportunity for New Talent
In a recent interview, Luis Vegas expressed his gratitude towards Mexico, highlighting that the country provided him with opportunities that his place of origin could not offer.
“There are many things to point out, to learn, there are shortcomings, but Mexico is a country that provided me that raft to navigate,” he commented.
The actor pointed to the disappearance of cultural institutions in his home country as a key factor for his move to Mexico.
Shines at GIFF with “La Arriera” and Expands His Career on Netflix and Disney+
Currently, Vegas is promoting the film “La arriera,” presented last weekend at the Guanajuato International Film Festival (GIFF), where he received acclaim for his performance.
The film addresses themes of domestic violence, connecting deeply with the actor. “It’s a story that I connected with deeply, and having premiered at two festivals makes me feel blessed to be in a project that also applauds and references golden age cinema,” Vegas mentioned, highlighting the relevance of the topics addressed, such as patriarchy and gender violence.
Job opportunities in Mexico continue to grow for Luis Vegas, who has participated in several projects, including a series for Netflix and a play.
Soon, he will also be seen in a Disney+ production, where he will portray a young man who, after a fall, is forced to use a wheelchair.
He emphasized his preference for films, as they allow him to engage more in preparing his characters, as he did in “La Arriera” and “Los demonios del Amanecer.”