Carl Roberts 
Based on the novel by Manuel Puig and the stage musical, this April, prepare for the Kiss Of The Spider Woman in cinemas. Watch the trailer here.
In 1985, the film adaptation of Manuel Puig’s 1976 novel, *Kiss of the Spider Woman*, hit theaters. Directed by Héctor Babenco, the film featured performances by William Hurt, Raúl Juliá, and Sônia Braga. A box office success, the film led to a host of awards and nominations. Furthermore, it won Hurt an Oscar and a BAFTA for his role as Luis Molina. Set in a Brazilian prison during the military dictatorship, the film centered on a dialogue between two very different cellmates. These were a hardened leftist revolutionary (Julia) and an apolitical gay man (Hurt). The story utilizes metafictional and film-within-a-film elements. In particular, the latter regales the former with retellings of an old movie, whose themes mirror those of the characters.
In 1992, Terrence McNally adapted the novel and film into a stage musical. Now, it has been adapted for the big screen. The new version of Kiss Of The Spider Woman opens in cinemas on April 17th. This time around, the film stars Diego Luna, Tonatiuh, and Jennifer Lopez. Sony Pictures is behind the release. Today, they have released the official trailer and poster for the film.
THE PREMISE
DREAMGIRLS and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST director Bill Condon returns to the movie musical in this dazzling Technicolor-hued fantasy. Valentín (Diego Luna), a political prisoner, shares a cell with Molina (Tonatiuh), a window dresser convicted of public indecency. The two form an unlikely bond as Molina recounts the plot of a Hollywood musical starring his favourite silver screen diva, Ingrid Luna (Jennifer Lopez). Based on the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical hit.
CREDITS
Written For The Screen and Directed by: Bill Condon
Based on the Stage Musical Book by: Terrence McNally
Produced by: Barry Josephson, p.g.a, Tom Kirdahy, p.g.a, Greg Yoten, p.g.a
Cast: Diego Luna, Tonatiuh, and Jennifer Lopez
We will receive the Kiss Of The Spider Woman, only in cinemas, when it opens on April 17th.
Will you be going to see the film? Are you a fan of the source novel, the 1985 film, and the stage musical? What are you hoping for from the film? Head down to the comments section to let us know. We love to hear from you.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
