Merida will shine again on the big screen. The State Government, through the Secretariat of Tourism Development (Sefo tour), announced that an international film production will be filmed in Historic Center of the city as part of the strategy to promote Yucatán as a destination for international filming.
These recordings are part of the drive to global projection of the statewhich in recent years has been chosen by various productions for its cultural richness, architectural beauty and hospitality.
When and which streets in downtown Mérida will be closed?
According to government authorities, the recordings will be carried out in the 60th street, between 39 and 41 of the historic center of Merida on the following dates and times:
- Friday, November 7: from 2:00 pm to 12:00 am
- Saturday, November 8: from 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm
- Sunday, November 9: from 1:00 pm to 11:00 pm
- Wednesday, November 12: from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
The Sefo tour recommended to motorists use alternative routes to avoid delays, as closures will be partial and intermittent.
SSP Yucatán will coordinate street closures in Mérida due to international recording
The work will be carried out in conjunction with the Secretariat of Public Security (SSP) to ensure road safety and order during filming.
The state agency thanked the understanding of citizens and visitorswhile remembering that this type of projects They promote the image of Yucatán in the international arena.
As mentioned in a previous installment published in the newspaper, Yucatan will be the seat of an international shoot which will last six weeks, as it will end on December 14.
For this production, 200 extras are being sought and, according to the agency Vanguardia Models & Talents, who is in charge of casting, cannot give many details about the project, but they do This is a great American production.
Giusi Alfeo, director of the agency, highlighted that Yucatán is a perfect setting to record thanks to its variety of locations, not only in the city, but also on beaches and cenotes: “It is a region with many benefits for cinema,” he explained.
If you wish to participate as an extra in this production, READ HERE: They are looking for 200 extras for an international film that is recorded in Yucatán: these are the requirements
What other movies have been recorded in Mérida?
There have been numerous movies and tapes who have had so much Meridalike Yucatan and other municipalities of the State, as a setting for film productions both national and international. Here are some of them.
- Pilgrim1974: Based on real events about the relationship between Felipe Carrillo Puerto and Alma Reed, an American journalist. The cast was made up of Antonio Aguilar, Flor Silvestre, Sasha Montenegro and more.
- The Divine Caste1977: Starring López Tarso and Diana Bracho
- Before it gets dark2000: Tape recorded in Mérida, Progreso and other areas of Yucatán. Led by Javier Bardem, who was nominated for an Oscar for his role.
- Bandits2024: Netflix tape recorded in different streets in the center of Mérida; celebrities such as Ester Expósito, Alfonso Dosal, Mabel Cadena, Juan Pablo Medina and more, starred in the film.
These productions are just some of those that have been recorded in the Yucatecan capital, however, there have been several more such as Welcom al Norte, Song to Song, Against All Odds, which have been international filmings that have also been recorded in the interior of the State.
It is worth mentioning that both Yucatán and Mérida have also been the main focus of soap operas and music videos with artists such as Luis Fonsi, Manuel Turizo, Chayanne, Ximena Sariñana and others.
