Iconic Hollywood actor Danny Trejo, renowned for his roles in hits like “Machete,” “Desperado,” and “Spy Kids,” is set to star in the upcoming season of the Armenian crime drama, “Surbe/The Saint.”
The highly anticipated new episodes are currently under production. Continuing the success of season 1, Kinodaran’s talented production team is at the helm once again, with the series to be streamed exclusively on the Kinodaran platform.
This season is poised to redefine the Armenian film industry, boasting a meticulously crafted script, intricate storylines, and a cast featuring globally recognized actors.
The involvement of a Hollywood actor of Trejo’s caliber marks a groundbreaking moment for Armenian cinema.
In a significant addition to the team, Gevorg Juguryan, a US-based Armenian cinematographer with ongoing projects on Netflix and other leading streaming platforms, joins the crew. Juguryan’s expertise is set to give “Surbe” a unique visual flair, distinguishing it from any previous Armenian crime drama.
The Kinodaran team is excited to share further updates as production progresses.
A recent announcement from Kinodaran revealed a major casting call for new roles in “Surbe.” This presents a rare opportunity for actors to work alongside a renowned Hollywood star and some of the most skilled professionals in the Armenian film industry.
For more information about the casting call and upcoming announcements, visit backstage.com.
Danny Trejo is an American actor, who has appeared in films including Desperado, Heat, and the From Dusk till Dawn film series. With frequent collaborator and his second cousin Robert Rodriguez, he portrayed the character of Isador “Machete” Cortez, which was originally developed for the Spy Kids series and was later expanded into its own franchise of the same name. Trejo’s film career began in 1985, when he accidentally landed in the American indie film Runaway Train, where he played the role of a boxer for a daily fee of $320. Since then, he has amassed more than 450 credits and starred in a multitude of other films, including Madness in the Method, Desperado, From Dusk till Dawn, Con Air, From Dusk Till Dawn 2: Texas Blood Money, From Dusk Till Dawn 3: The Hangman’s Daughter, Reindeer Games, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, and Grindhouse.
