An independent feature film is shooting across Mexicali this week, bringing nationally recognized talent to the state capital. The production, titled Jhonny Montoya, stars acclaimed Mexican actor Joaquín Cosío and is filming at multiple locations throughout the city.
Director Emiliano Castro Vizcarra and producer Héctor Castro Vizcarra are leading the project. Both brothers are Mexicali natives, making this a homegrown production in the fullest sense. The cast and crew are working at various sites around the city, though the production has not disclosed specific locations.
Joaquín Cosío is one of Mexico’s most recognized character actors. International audiences know him from Quantum of Solace, where he played a Bond villain, and from his work in several acclaimed Mexican films and television series. His presence in a Mexicali production signals serious intent behind the project.
Independent cinema has found fertile ground in Baja California in recent years, with local filmmakers increasingly choosing to shoot in the region rather than relocating to Mexico City or Guadalajara. Productions like this one draw on local crews, locations, and support businesses, which contributes directly to the city’s creative economy.
For expats and visitors with an interest in arts and culture, the shoot is a reminder that Mexicali has a creative sector beyond its well-known food and music scenes. The city has produced directors, cinematographers, and writers who now work at the national level.
No release date or distribution details are available yet. BDN will update this story as the production wraps and the filmmakers announce next steps.
Source: zetatijuana.com