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Jessica Chastain Praises Mexico’s President During ‘Dreams’ Promotion Tour

At a press event, she linked the film’s cross‑border focus to personal admiration for Claudia Sheinbaum.

La actriz Jessica Chastain durante la conferencia de prensa de la película “Dreams”, dirigida por el cineasta Michel Franco. Foto:  Edgar Negrete Lira, Cuartoscuro
Jessica Chastain admira a Claudia Sheinbaum y reflexiona sobre cine político y su amor por México / Foto: Especial
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Overview

  • Chastain called Claudia Sheinbaum intelligent and inspiring, noting she followed her work before Sheinbaum announced a presidential run.
  • The Oscar winner is in Mexico promoting Dreams with director Michel Franco, with Mexican dancer Isaac Hernández among the cast.
  • The film opens in Mexico on September 11, following its world premiere in competition at the 75th Berlinale, where it was nominated for the Golden Bear.
  • Chastain highlighted long‑standing ties to the country, recalling time living in La Paz as a child and frequent visits since.
  • She emphasized migrants’ contributions to the United States and said she will study Public Administration at Harvard to gain tools for civic engagement rather than to enter politics.