Antonio Banderas Says Chilean Miners Movie 'The 33' Is Still In The Works

Antonio Banderas Gives Fans An Update On Chilean Miners Movie
|

By Michael Lopez

Still wondering when that Chilean miners movie will see the light of day? Well last week, star Antonio Banderas offered fans an official update.

For months, the high-profile project has been plagued with difficulties. One of the biggest snafus happened when female lead Jennifer Lopez decided to unexpectedly drop out.

But Antonio assured the press that the project is moving forward. According to him, the producers are just being extra careful about properly polishing the script.

“[The producers] are continuing to work on it,” he said. “They are having conversations with those people who experienced this event.”

Let’s hope those conversations don’t last too much longer, because we’d love to see Los 33 on the big screen before the end of next year.

Our 2024 Coverage Needs You

As Americans head to the polls in 2024, the very future of our country is at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a free press is critical to creating well-informed voters. That's why our journalism is free for everyone, even though other newsrooms retreat behind expensive paywalls.

Our journalists will continue to cover the twists and turns during this historic presidential election. With your help, we'll bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes you can't find elsewhere. Reporting in this current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly, and we thank you for your support.

to keep our news free for all.

Support HuffPost

Before You Go

50 Most Beautful Latinos in Hollywood
Morena Baccarin, 32(01 of50)
Open Image Modal
The stunning Brazilian actress is one of the stars of Showtime's Golden Globe-winning series, "Homeland." Can you think of another actress who looks this beautiful with short hair? We can't! (credit:Getty)
Paul Rodriguez Jr., 27(02 of50)
Open Image Modal
Mexican American pro-skateboarder Paul Rodriguez Jr., is one of the hottest athletes on the planet! (credit:Tumblr)
Sofia Vergara, 39(03 of50)
Open Image Modal
It's REALLY hard to believe Sofia Vergara has a 20-year-old son! (credit:Getty)
Esperanza Spalding, 27(04 of50)
Open Image Modal
The part-Latina singer is the perfect combination of class and beauty. (credit:Getty)
Cameron Diaz, 39(05 of50)
Open Image Modal
There's Something About this effervescent Cuban actress! (credit:Getty)
William Levy, 31(06 of50)
Open Image Modal
The picture says it all: William Levy is hot, hot, hot! No wonder they call him "the Cuban Brad Pitt!" (credit:Getty)
Selena Gomez, 19(07 of50)
Open Image Modal
Justin Bieber has great taste! (credit:Getty)
Stacey Dash, 46(08 of50)
Open Image Modal
When people see Stacey Dash, they always ask the same question: "She's 46?!" The half-Mexican actress, who was recently seen as the star of VH1's hit show, "SIngle Ladies," hasn't aged at all since she starred opposite Alicia Silverstone in"Clueless" (1995). (credit:Getty)
Benjamin Bratt, 48(09 of50)
Open Image Modal
The half-Peruvian actor is best known for his charming role in the rom-com "Miss Congeniality," (2000), but he's currently making women swoon as Dr. Jake Reilly on ABC's hit series, "Private Practice." (credit:Getty)
Adam Rodriguez, 37(10 of50)
Open Image Modal
The sexy Puerto Rican actor, who is best known for his role as Agent Delko on CBS' "CSI Miami," is set to take his clothes off opposite Channing Tatum in the big-screen stripper movie, "Magic Mike," (in theaters on June 29th). (credit:Getty)
Arlenis Sosa, 22(11 of50)
Open Image Modal
The stunning Arlenis Sosa is proud to represent for the Afro-Latinas as a Victoria's Secret Model! (credit:Getty)
Jennifer Lopez, 41(12 of50)
Open Image Modal
Jennifer Lopez is the only Latina to ever be named People's "Most Beautiful." (credit:Getty)
Eddie Cibrian(13 of50)
Open Image Modal
We can't name any show he's been on, but we google Cuban actor Eddie Cibrian quite often. The hunky Cibrian is the Latino John Hamm! (credit:Getty)
Michael Trevino, 27(14 of50)
Open Image Modal
The Mexican actor makes young women swoon as the badass werewolf/vampire hybrid Tyler Lockwood on the CW's hit series, "The Vampire Diaries." (credit:Getty)
Kevin Alejandro, 36(15 of50)
Open Image Modal
Viva Mexico! Best known for his role as Jesus, Lafayette's (Nelsan Ellis) boyfriend on HBO's "True Blood," Kevin Alejandro is easy on the eyes. (credit:Getty)
Vida Guerra, 38(16 of50)
Open Image Modal
How stunning is this Cuban model? (credit:Getty)
Zoe Saldana, 33(17 of50)
Open Image Modal
Who doesn't love Zoe? (credit:Getty)
Madeleine Stowe, 53(18 of50)
Open Image Modal
She may be 53 years old, but half Costa Rican actress Madeleine Stowe is easily the most beautiful woman on ABC's "Revenge." (credit:Getty)
Odette Annable, 26(19 of50)
Open Image Modal
The Cuban beauty currently stars as Dr. Jessica Adams on FOX's hit series, "House." (credit:Getty)
Penelope Cruz, 37(20 of50)
Open Image Modal
On screen, Penelope Cruz has a sensuality that other actresses would kill for. Off-screen, the Spanish actress is a classic Hollywood beauty. (credit:Getty)
Ana de la Reguera, 35(21 of50)
Open Image Modal
The Mexican beauty might resemble Penelope Cruz, but she's also a unique beauty in her own right. (credit:Getty)
Diego Boneta, 21(22 of50)
Open Image Modal
He's best known for his roles on "Pretty Little Liars" and "90210," but this Mexican hottie is about to hit the big time as the star of the movie-musical "Rock of Ages," opposite Tom Cruise. (credit:Getty)
Freddie Prinze Jr., 36(23 of50)
Open Image Modal
It's been years since he's been a teen heartthrob, but half-Puerto Rican actor Freddie Prinze Jr. still makes us weak in the knees with that gorgeous smile. He's beautiful! (credit:Getty)
Berenice Bejo, 35(24 of50)
Open Image Modal
She didn't say a word during her Oscar nominated performance in the silent film, "The Artist," but everyone was talking about Berenice, the film's Argentinean beauty. (credit:Getty)
Shakira, 35(25 of50)
Open Image Modal
Those hips don't lie--but they do stun! (credit:Getty)
Eva Longoria, 37(26 of50)
Open Image Modal
What can we say about Eva? She's as good as it gets! (credit:Getty)
Cote de Pablo, 32(27 of50)
Open Image Modal
The Chilean beauty plays Israeli weapons expert Ziva David on TV's #1 drama, "NCIS." (credit:Getty)
Jessica Alba, 30(28 of50)
Open Image Modal
Bella! That is all. (credit:Getty)
Pitbull, 31(29 of50)
Open Image Modal
Mr. Worldwide is one bald, beautiful man! (credit:Getty)
Lauren Velez, 47(30 of50)
Open Image Modal
The Puerto Rican actress calls all the shots as Captain Maria Laguerta on Showtime's hit series, "Dexter." (credit:Getty)
Enrique Iglesias, 36(31 of50)
Open Image Modal
Enrique has been an A-list musician for years, but the Spanish singer's baby face and charm never get old! (credit:Getty)
David Archuleta, 21(32 of50)
Open Image Modal
The half-Honduran singer is beautiful inside and out! (credit:Getty)
Daddy Yankee, 35(33 of50)
Open Image Modal
The Puerto Rican singer is looking better than ever after losing 30 pounds and bulking up for his next movie role! (credit:Getty)
Gabe Saporta, 32(34 of50)
Open Image Modal
We like to think of this lanky Uruguayan hottie as the "Latino Adam Levine!" (credit:Getty)
Victoria Justice, 19(35 of50)
Open Image Modal
The half-Puerto Rican star of Nickelodeon's hit series "Victorious" looks like a younger Katharine McPhee. Translation? She's really beautiful! (credit:Getty)
Bruno Mars, 26(36 of50)
Open Image Modal
Who doesn't love a bad boy, especially when he's as talented as half-Puerto Rican singer Bruno Mars? (credit:Getty)
Rodrigo Santoro, 36(37 of50)
Open Image Modal
The Brazilian actor made an impression on women across America when he played Laura Linney's love interest in the rom-com, "Love Actually" (2003). (credit:Getty)
Rosario Dawson, 32(38 of50)
Open Image Modal
Whether she's playing provocative characters ("Sin City") or doing understated work in an indie flick ("Shattered Glass"), the half-Puerto Rican, half Afro-Cuban Rosario always looks beautiful! (credit:Getty)
Eva Mendes, 38(39 of50)
Open Image Modal
When people use the words "Cuban bombshell," they're talking about Eva Mendes! (credit:Getty)
America Ferrera, 28(40 of50)
Open Image Modal
The Honduran actress recently got her smile insured. We can see why--it's beautiful! (credit:Getty)
La La Anthony, 32(41 of50)
Open Image Modal
The half-Puerto Rican La La Anthony has the most gorgeous pair of eyes in Hollywood! (credit:Getty)
Demi Lovato, 19(42 of50)
Open Image Modal
By sharing the heartbreaking details of her battle with depression, cutting and an eating disorder, part-Mexican singer Demi Lovato showed the world that she's not only beautiful on the outside, but on the inside as well. (credit:Getty)
Roselyn Sanchez, 39(43 of50)
Open Image Modal
Roselyn Sanchez was beautiful in "Rush Hour 2." Roselyn Sanchez was beautiful in "Without A Trace." Heck, Roselyn Sanchez is beautiful in everything! (credit:Getty)
Ricky Martin, 40(44 of50)
Open Image Modal
He brings new meaning to the term, "Broadway Babe." (credit:Getty)
Salma Hayek, 45(45 of50)
Open Image Modal
Doesn't get much sexier than this! (credit:Getty)
Ana Ortiz, 41(46 of50)
Open Image Modal
The "Ugly Betty" star's smile is infectious on-screen and off! (credit:Getty)
Mario Lopez, 38(47 of50)
Open Image Modal
Dimples + muscles=beautiful! (credit:Getty)
Josie Loren, 25(48 of50)
Open Image Modal
The "Make It Or Break It" star has girl-next-door looks and a bubbly personality to match! (credit:Getty)
Danny Pino, 38(49 of50)
Open Image Modal
The 38-year-old actor, who stars on "Law & Order: SVU," isn't just ruggedly handsome. He's also one of the nicest guys in Hollywood! (credit:Getty)
Dominik Garcia-Lorido, 28(50 of50)
Open Image Modal
Dominik Garcia-Lorido, one of the stars of the new series "Magic City," is Andy Garcia's daughter. Good looks run in the family! (credit:Getty)