08/07/2026 07:25 - Entretenimiento
The Argentine film industry has reasons to celebrate. As reported by specialized media on July 7, 2026, filming has officially wrapped for Un funeral y medio (A Funeral and a Half), a production that marks a historic and highly anticipated event: the first leading roles shared on the big screen between Guillermo Francella and Adrián Suar, two of the most beloved and charismatic figures in the country's entertainment history.
A legendary actor with a career spanning decades, Francella is internationally recognized for his role in the Oscar-winning film The Secret in Their Eyes (El secreto de sus ojos). In Argentina, he is a pop culture icon, famous for his perfect comedic timing and beloved TV sitcoms.
Suar is not only a top-tier actor but also one of the most influential television producers in Argentina, known as the creator of hit shows and the founder of the production company Pol-ka. His on-screen charisma makes him a household name.
Directed by Ariel Winograd (known for hits like El robo del siglo / The Heist of the Century) and with a script adapted by Fernando Castets, the film is a dark comedy blending humor, entanglements, and family secrets. The plot follows a dysfunctional family trying to say goodbye to their patriarch, but a series of unexpected and hilarious situations turn the funeral into absolute chaos. Amidst hallucinations, old conflicts, a mysterious stranger willing to reveal a secret, and a corpse that seems to refuse to stay still, the characters must endure the most bizarre day of their lives.
Besides its two main stars, the film features a remarkable cast made up of great actors from the national scene. The movie includes:
The movie is a production by Argentina Sono Film S.A.C.I, Hillcrest films Inc., and Sony Pictures International, produced by Luis Scalella and Guillermo Francella himself. Distribution will be handled by Buena Vista International. Fans of Argentine cinema will be able to enjoy this dark comedy in theaters starting in March 2027.
For more details on the filming, you can check the original source.
Alfredo S. Quiroga