Woody Allen presents new film in Madrid, funded with €3m in public money
The 90-year-old American director has unveiled in the capital his 51st film, due to start shooting on 5 October with public funding, as past scandals still shadow his career.
Woody Allen's directorial debut brings a contemporary comedy titled "Wasp 2026" to Madrid, funded by a combined €3 million from the city council and regional government. The 51st film in Allen's career, set to begin shooting on October 5th, will primarily be filmed in Madrid and Aranjuez. The project blends romance, intrigue, and infidelity, and Allen chose to avoid discussing recent protests in Madrid, stating he isn't driven by political causes.
The film's cast includes Alexi Wasser, Jemima Kirke, Peter Vives, Marton Csokas, and Jakob Oftebro. Despite the controversies surrounding Allen's past, including a 1992 sexual abuse allegation against his adopted daughter Dylan Farrow, he remains committed to making films and considers Madrid a vital cultural and film destination.
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