MIAMI.- Captain Wasp, the first film anime created in Dominican Republic and produced by the singer-songwriter Juan Luis Guerraare released in more than 33 countries, including theaters in the United States, Puerto Rico, South and Central America, Canada and Spain.
Inspired by the music of the leader of the group 4-40, the film tells the story of a Caribbean superhero who lives in the city of Avispatrpolis in the Kingdom of Honey. However, the presence of the hornet Jacques Puasn and his henchmen disturbs the tranquility of the place.
Therefore, Captain Wasp is forced to defend his companions while preserving the values of nobility and justice. Strong and brave, He never lies! is the motto of this little superhero.
The film is directed by Jean Gabriel Guerra and Jonnathan Melendez, and Luis Fonsi, Juanes, Joy Huerta, Karen Martínez, Adalgisa Pantalen, José Guillermo Cortines, Amelia Vegas and Hctor Anbal are some of the artists who bring their characters to life.
Premiere
During the premiere of the film, Juan Luis Guerra thanked his team, family and friends for helping him make the premiere possible.
“I am very happy to be able to see this film in theaters.” cine and that the public can enjoy it. I have had this question in my head for five and a half years (Captain Avispa). I thank my family for putting up with me all this time, I am really happy. This was a dream that, as I said, was born in the merengue The bees”he said in a press conference, according to Free Diary.
The film also allows the Dominican Republic film industry to take an important step, paving the way for upcoming national and international projects.
“(Captain Avispa) creates avenues for the country’s participation in renowned film festivals, international awards and other esteemed events within the animation community. “This expansion marks an important milestone, propelling the Dominican Republic’s cinematographic influence into the realm of animation, an area it had yet to explore,” reads a statement issued by the team.
The film, faithful to the essence of the musician, transmits values such as courage, friendship and the importance of believing in oneself.
