Hello, and welcome to the Scene 2 Seen Podcast!
I am Valerie Complex, an associate editor and film writer at Deadline. You may be wondering why this is publishing on a Tuesday, instead of Friday? Well, the good news is this is the first of a special two-part episode series taking place this month. Don’t worry, though! The show will be back for its third season officially on Fridays soon!
Today, I’m chatting with actress, singer and dancer Melissa Barrera, a dynamic, multifaceted talent who has captured the attention of audiences through her versatile and charismatic performances. Barrera can currently be seen starring in the Universal Studios horror film Abigail.
The film follows a group of criminals who have been hired to kidnap the 12-year-old ballerina daughter of a powerful underworld figure. All they have to do to collect a $50 million ransom is watch the girl overnight. In an isolated mansion,...
I am Valerie Complex, an associate editor and film writer at Deadline. You may be wondering why this is publishing on a Tuesday, instead of Friday? Well, the good news is this is the first of a special two-part episode series taking place this month. Don’t worry, though! The show will be back for its third season officially on Fridays soon!
Today, I’m chatting with actress, singer and dancer Melissa Barrera, a dynamic, multifaceted talent who has captured the attention of audiences through her versatile and charismatic performances. Barrera can currently be seen starring in the Universal Studios horror film Abigail.
The film follows a group of criminals who have been hired to kidnap the 12-year-old ballerina daughter of a powerful underworld figure. All they have to do to collect a $50 million ransom is watch the girl overnight. In an isolated mansion,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Stepping into the spotlight with her breakthrough role in Scream, Melissa Barrera has captivated audiences with her dynamic performances and undeniable talent. As we walk through her career, let’s pause to appreciate the milestones that have marked her journey in the entertainment industry. From her acting debut to her most recent cinematic ventures, here are Melissa Barrera’s top 5 career moments. Telenovela Siempre Tuya Acapulco Melissa Barrera’s acting debut in the telenovela Siempre Tuya Acapulco laid the foundation for a promising career. This early role allowed her to hone her craft and gain recognition within the Latin American entertainment community.
- 2/8/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Melissa Barrera has been cast in the lead role of the Netflix drama series “Breathe.”
Variety exclusively reported that the series had been ordered at the streamer back in February. Barrera will star as Liv, a razor-sharp Manhattan attorney who finds herself profoundly out of her comfort zone when her small plane crashes in the Canadian wilderness and she must battle for survival.
Barrera got her start in acting in her native Mexico on shows like “Siempre tuya Acapulco” and “Tanto amor.” She also starred in the Netflix series “Club de Cuervos,” which as the streaming service’s first Spanish-language original.
She is best known in the U.S. for her starring role in the Starz series “Vida” from creator Tanya Saracho. That show ran for three seasons and wrapped up with its series finale last year on the premium cabler. Up next, Barrera will appear as Vanessa in the...
Variety exclusively reported that the series had been ordered at the streamer back in February. Barrera will star as Liv, a razor-sharp Manhattan attorney who finds herself profoundly out of her comfort zone when her small plane crashes in the Canadian wilderness and she must battle for survival.
Barrera got her start in acting in her native Mexico on shows like “Siempre tuya Acapulco” and “Tanto amor.” She also starred in the Netflix series “Club de Cuervos,” which as the streaming service’s first Spanish-language original.
She is best known in the U.S. for her starring role in the Starz series “Vida” from creator Tanya Saracho. That show ran for three seasons and wrapped up with its series finale last year on the premium cabler. Up next, Barrera will appear as Vanessa in the...
- 6/1/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Wme has signed rising Mexican actress and singer Melissa Barrera, co-lead in Starz Original series Vida, for representation in all areas.
Barrera, who was until recently with UTA, stars as Lyn in the well-received woke Latinx comedy Vida, which was recently renewed for a third season. On the film side, she has just begun production on Warner Bros’ movie adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway musical In the Heights, which will be directed by Crazy Rich Asians filmmaker Jon M. Chu.
Additionally, Barrera has also been set to star as the title character in Carmen, opposite Jamie Dornan for Sony Pictures Classics. The modern-day reimagining of the classic opera will mark the feature debut of Black Swan choreographer Benjamin Millepied and will feature music from Oscar-nominated music composer Nicholas Britell (Moonlight) and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Julieta Venegas.
Barrera, whose previous credits also include the telenovelas Siempre Tuya Acapulco and Tanto Amor,...
Barrera, who was until recently with UTA, stars as Lyn in the well-received woke Latinx comedy Vida, which was recently renewed for a third season. On the film side, she has just begun production on Warner Bros’ movie adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway musical In the Heights, which will be directed by Crazy Rich Asians filmmaker Jon M. Chu.
Additionally, Barrera has also been set to star as the title character in Carmen, opposite Jamie Dornan for Sony Pictures Classics. The modern-day reimagining of the classic opera will mark the feature debut of Black Swan choreographer Benjamin Millepied and will feature music from Oscar-nominated music composer Nicholas Britell (Moonlight) and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Julieta Venegas.
Barrera, whose previous credits also include the telenovelas Siempre Tuya Acapulco and Tanto Amor,...
- 6/4/2019
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
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