by Charles Kirkland, Jr.
FilmGordon’s Charles Kirkland Jr. sits down with Academy Award–winning director Bill Condon and breakout star Tonatiuh to discuss their reimagining of Kiss of the Spider Woman.
In this exclusive conversation, Condon reflects on the challenge of honoring the original story while reinventing it for a modern audience, and Tonatiuh opens up about stepping into the emotionally charged role of Molina. The two share insights on collaboration, identity, and how cinema continues to be a vehicle for empathy and transformation.
A thoughtful and revealing discussion about storytelling, performance, and the timeless power of connection.





