'The Son-in-Law', the New Film From Gerardo Naranjo, James Schamus and the Larraín brothers, Comes to Netflix on May 1

Big dreams, easy shortcuts, and massive downfalls

José Sánchez has a memorable mustache, a silver tongue, and boundless ambition. After a rough business streak, chance transforms him into El Serpiente, a feared political operative. Staying on top requires one last deal, the most dangerous of all - and this time, his gift of the gab might not be enough.

The Son-in-Law (El yerno) is a sharp, dark, and painfully funny take of "the great Mexican dream" - the tragicomedy of being Mexican and wanting to "make it" at any cost. Big dreams, easy shortcuts, and massive downfalls. Directed by Gerardo Naranjo, written and produced by James Schamus, and produced by Fabula, the production company founded by Pablo and Juan de Dios Larraín. Starring Adrián Vázquez as José Sánchez, with Jero Medina and Verónica Bravo, among many other Mexican actors and actresses.

"The Son-in-Law (El yerno) explores betrayal as a central narrative thread, portraying it as a widespread practice in this country. The film is a provocation, inviting us to examine a reality that is equally ridiculous and contradictory." - Gerardo Naranjo, Director

"Ever since we finished Somos, I've dreamed of returning to Mexico, hoping I might once again experience that same energy, talent, and warmth. With The Son-in-Law (El yerno), that dream came true. It's a new adventure and an even bigger explosion of Mexican creativity. So while our characters' "great Mexican dream" became a rather insane, absurd tragicomedy, for me, it's been a simple, wonderful dream." - James Schamus, Screenwriter and Producer

"We are honored to be part of a project directed by the talented Mexican filmmaker Gerardo Naranjo, with the renowned producer and screenwriter James Schamus, and produced by the Larraín brothers. I thank them all for their courage and commitment to Mexican cinema. This film portrays our reality from a very original point of view; only through the experience of watching it will its full meaning be revealed." - Francisco Ramos, Vice President of Content for Latin America

A few days ago, the Guadalajara International Film Festival announced that The Son-In-Law will be part of the Official Selection at its 41st edition, where it will compete for the Mezcal Award. The film will screen on April 18 in the Guillermo del Toro Theater, with the main cast and director in attendance.

The Son-in-Law arrives on Netflix worldwide on May 1 and to select theaters in Mexico on April 19.

About The Son-in-Law (El yerno):

Director: Gerardo Naranjo

Writers: James Schamus, Gabriel Nuncio, Alexandro Aldrete

Producer: James Schamus

Executive Producers: Juan de Dios Larraín, Pablo Larraín, Rocío Jadue, Joe Pirro

Co-Executive Producer: Carlos Hernández

Photography: Diego Tenorio

Original Score: Tomas Barreiro

Sound: Alex de Icaza

Production Designer: Julieta Jiménez Pérez

Editor: Soledad Salfate

Cast: Adrián Vázquez, Jero Medina, David Gaitán, Verónica Bravo, Ian Castillo, Eduardo España, Rodrigo Virago, Ianis Guerrero, Mauro Sánchez Navarro, with a special performance by Jorge Zárate.