Cassandro director: Gael learnt to wrestle

The film 'Cassandro' tells the inspiring story of Saúl Armendáriz, a gay amateur wrestler who achieved fame as 'Cassandro' in the world of Lucha Libre. Director Roger Ross Williams wanted to celebrate Cassandro's life and create an uplifting narrative. Gael Garcia Bernal was cast as Cassandro due to his acting skills and commitment to authenticity. Bad Bunny and El Hijo Del Santo also joined the cast. The film aims to inspire and empower individuals by showcasing Cassandro's journey of overcoming machismo and embracing his authentic self.