Joe Taslim on The Furious: "The Most Complex Action Choreography I've Done in My Life"

Joe Taslim on The Furious: "The Most Complex Action Choreography I've Done in My Life"

Cine Geek sits down with actor Joe Taslim (The Raid, Warrior, Mortal Kombat) to talk about his latest film, The Furious. Joe opens up about working alongside martial arts legend Xing Yu, the grueling process behind what he calls the most complex action choreography of his career, and the rare collaboration between action directors Kenji Tanigaki and Kensuke Sonomura. Taslim also reflects on the legacy of Indonesian action cinema, the influence of Hong Kong and Japanese masters, and why letting actors perform their own fights matters for storytelling. The Furious hits theaters in Puerto Rico on June 11th. Chapters 0:00 – Introduction0:28 – Congrats on The Furious & working with Xing Yu1:45 – Breaking down the final fight scene (knives, ladders, tables)2:26 – Did anyone get hurt? The most complex choreography of his career3:20 – Two titans: Kenji Tanigaki & Kensuke Sonomura collaborate4:03 – What filmmakers can learn from Indonesian cinema4:35 – From Jackie Chan to The Raid: the evolution of action movies5:42 – The new wave: complexity, creativity & actors doing their own fights7:15 – Closing thoughts & Puerto Rico release date For The Furious review, click HERE [https://cinegeek.net/2026/06/11/the-furious-el-festin-de-violencia-que-redefine-el-cine-de-accion-resena/].

Jaklyn Bejarano nos habla de Broken Land y su debut junto a David Morse

En Cine Geek conversamos con la actriz mexicana Jaklyn Bejarano, quien debuta en el largometraje Broken Land junto al reconocido actor David Morse. Jaklyn nos comparte cómo fue el intenso proceso de casting de mes y medio, los retos de trabajar por primera vez en el extranjero, la barrera del idioma y la presión de protagonizar su primera película al lado de un actor con una trayectoria tan imponente. También habla de la generosidad de David Morse en el set y de su camino interdisciplinario entre el cine, el teatro y la danza. 🎬 Broken Land está disponible desde el 12 de junio.

De los Eventos Privados al Choliseo: La Historia de Gaby Alicea

Mark Nieves de Cine Geek conversa con el comediante puertorriqueño Gaby Alicea sobre su gran espectáculo "En el Choli, el Boricua es Otra Cosa", que llega al Coliseo de Puerto Rico el próximo 13 de junio. En esta entrevista, Gaby nos cuenta sobre su caminar de 20 años en la comedia, los 10 años desarrollando "El Boricua es Otra Cosa", y lo que significa presentarse en uno de los venues más importantes del Caribe y a nivel mundial. Hablamos del auge del stand up comedy en Puerto Rico, su apuesta por la comedia limpia (Clean Comedy) para toda la familia, sus incursiones en la actuación, el papel de las redes sociales en la nueva generación de comediantes, y lo que le hace falta a la isla para que la industria siga creciendo. * 🎤 Gaby Alicea en el Choliseo — "El Boricua es Otra Cosa" * 📅 13 de junio * 📍 Coliseo de Puerto Rico * 🎟️ Boletos: https://www.ticketera.com/events/detail/gaby-alicea-en-el-choli-el-boricua-es-otra-cosa No olvides darle like, suscribirte y activar la campanita para más entrevistas y contenido. Capítulos. 0:00 Introducción0:29 El propósito de llegar al Choliseo de Puerto Rico2:05 Adaptar la comedia a un venue tan grande2:58 Del Coca-Cola Music Hall al Coliseo de Puerto Rico3:28 El resurgir del stand up comedy en Puerto Rico5:23 Por qué apostar por la comedia limpia para la familia6:50 La Clean Comedy toma auge a nivel mundial8:10 ¿La actuación en el futuro? Películas y personajes9:15 Las redes sociales como puerta para los comediantes11:16 ¿Qué le hace falta a la comedia en Puerto Rico?12:48 Despedida y datos del evento

Renny Harlin & Gene Simmons on 'Deep Water' | Exclusive Interview

Cine Geek's Mark Nieves sits down exclusively with director Renny Harlin (Deep Blue Sea, Die Hard 2) and producer Gene Simmons to talk about their new thriller Deep Water — a survival film featuring a catastrophic plane crash, shark-infested waters, and an all-star cast including Aaron Eckhart and Sir Ben Kingsley. Renny opens up about his philosophy of old-school, practical filmmaking — drawing inspiration from legends like Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin — and explains why he pushed for brutal realism in the film's shocking plane crash sequence. Gene Simmons breaks down how a great script is the foundation of every successful film, and what it takes to attract Hollywood's best talent to a project. Whether you're a fan of shark thrillers, action cinema, or filmmaking craft, this interview is a must-watch! 🎬 Deep Water is now showing in Puerto Rico. 📌 Subscribe to CineGeek for more exclusive interviews, reviews, and entertainment news in Spanish and English. 🌐 Visit us at: cinegeek.net [cinegeek.net] CHAPTERS * 0:00 – Introduction & Welcome * 0:20 – Renny Harlin on Deep Blue Sea vs. Deep Water * 0:34 – How Filmmaking Has (and Hasn't) Changed * 1:17 – Old-School Filmmaking: Chaplin, Keaton & Practical Stunts * 2:06 – The Plane Crash Sequence: Gore, Realism & Impact * 3:29 – Gene Simmons: What Attracted Him to Deep Water * 3:33 – Why the Script Is Everything in Filmmaking * 4:18 – Attracting Sir Ben Kingsley & Aaron Eckhart * 5:02 – Why the Director Makes or Breaks a Film * 5:36 – Gene Simmons on the Different Roles of a Producer * 6:37 – Closing Remarks & Puerto Rico Premiere

Ana Ortiz Talks Imperfect Woman (Apple TV+), Ugly Betty & Latino Representation | Cine Geek

Mark Nieves from Cine Geek sat down exclusively with actress Ana Ortiz — best known for her iconic role as Hilda on Ugly Betty — to discuss her new role as Detective Bethany Gantz in Imperfect Woman, the new Apple TV+ series.In this interview, Ana opens up about what it means to be part of a stellar ensemble cast alongside Kerry Washington, Elizabeth Banks, and Kate Hudson, the importance of Latino representation in mainstream television, her friendship with Judy Reyes, her desire to produce more Latino content, and the possibility of an Ugly Betty reboot.She also shares her perspective on the growth of the film industry in Puerto Rico and the work of creators like Rosalía Sánchez.🍎 Imperfect Woman is now streaming on Apple TV+.🎙️ Follow Ana Ortiz on Instagram (instagram.com/therealanaortiz [instagram.com/therealanaortiz/]) and tune in to her Ugly Betty podcast.0:00 - Introduction & Welcome0:10 - Ana on joining the cast of Imperfect Woman0:36 - Her powerful female characters: Hilda, Marisol & Isabel0:55 - Being Latina and Puerto Rican in the role of Detective Bethany Gantz1:06 - How Judy Reyes helped her land the role1:37 - Working with Kerry Washington on set2:11 - Why Imperfect Woman hooks you from episode one2:22 - Ugly Betty: a before and after for Latino audiences3:02 - The Ugly Betty podcast and the possible reboot3:52 - The importance of having Latinos behind the camera4:50 - Puerto Rico's film industry and Rosalía Sánchez5:20 - Directing or producing? Her creative ambitions6:25 - Latina women stepping into behind-the-scenes roles7:04 - How Ugly Betty opened doors in her career7:49 - Playing different types of strong Latina women8:50 - The new Latino generation making waves in Hollywood9:27 - Closing & how to watch Imperfect Woman on Apple TV+If you liked this interview and want more exclusive Cine Geek content, don't forget to like this video and subscribe to our channel. Please turn on the little bell so you don't miss our next interviews with the biggest names in film and television.Follow us — https://www.youtube.com/@CineGeekPR/?sub_confirmation=1 [https://www.youtube.com/@CineGeekPR/?sub_confirmation=1] #ImperfectWoman #AnaOrtiz #AppleTV #UglyBetty #CineGeek #LatinaActress #LatinoRepresentation