Press Release: By DAZN – Feature-length
documentary represents Eva Longoria Bastón’s directorial festival debut and the
first DAZN Original to premiere at Sundance Credit: DAZN
LONDON, December 9, 2021 – DAZN Group, the global sports
entertainment company, today announced its latest feature length
documentary La Guerra Civil has been selected for the official
2022 Sundance Film Festival program. The film will compete in the festival’s
World Cinema Documentary Competition and marks the first time that DAZN
original content will premiere at Sundance and feature on the international
film festival circuit.
Directed by Eva Longoria Bastón, Director,
Producer, Actress & Activist, and produced by her Emmy-nominated
UnbeliEVAble Entertainment (Reversing Roe), La Guerra Civil explores
the epic rivalry between iconic boxers Oscar De La Hoya and Julio César Chávez
in the 1990s, which sparked a cultural divide between Mexican nationals and
Mexican-Americans. The film is a chronicle of a battle that was more than a
boxing rivalry, and examines a fascinating slice of the Latino
experience in the process.
Executive produced by DAZN’s Grant Best (BAFTA
winning Rio Ferdinand: Being Mum and Dad) and produced by Bernardo
Ruiz (Kingdom of Shadows), La Guerra Civil will have
its world premiere on the opening night of 2022 Sundance Film Festival on
January 20th at the Eccles Theater. The film will land on DAZN
next year.
“At the center of La Guerra Civil is
an iconic moment in Mexican and Mexican-American sport history. Beyond that though,
this is a film about cultural identity, fandom and community. Themes that speak
to audiences around the world, whether you’re a boxing fan or not. To unveil
this story on a global stage like Sundance, is the ultimate recognition for a
filmmaker and DAZN is the perfect partner for making this film accessible to
sport fans everywhere,” said Eva Longoria Bastón.
DAZN Group’s EVP Global Commissioning and
Original Content, Grant Best, said: “The very nature of DAZN Originals brings
fans closer to the heart of sport. Telling the deeper, untold stories behind
the athletes you know and love. La Guerra Civil transcends the
traditional notion of a sports documentary and explores the intricate story of
a deep rivalry between Julio César Chávez’s Mexican heritage and Oscar De La
Hoya’s Mexican-American identity, with huge cultural significance.”
DAZN Group’s Chief Operating Officer, Ed
McCarthy, added: “This is a fantastic accolade for DAZN in gaining recognition
from one of the world’s most iconic film festivals. Eva Longoria Bastón is an
incredible talent and one of the most sought after directors and producers in
Hollywood. We are honored to be working with her to tell this story of such
strong cultural and sporting importance.”
DAZN is the first global sports streaming
platform. From live matches to original programming, it partners with the
world’s leading sports organizations to deliver premium sports to fans in a
more accessible and affordable way. DAZN is now live in 200+ countries and
territories around the world.
DAZN Originals bring fans closer to the heart
of sport. Previous series include; Ronaldo: El Presidente – a
six-part docu-series that goes behind the scenes of the Brazilian football
superstar and global icon’s current life as President of Real Valladolid, Canelo:
Road to Greatness, which offers sports fans an intimate look at one of
the most successful fighters of all time, Parallel Worlds, connecting
global sporting icons Cristiano Ronaldo and Gennadiy ‘GGG’ Golovkin to discover
what they share in common, Neymar Jr. and The Line of Kings, exploring
the powerful dynasty of Brazilian football through the eyes of global football
superstar Neymar Jr. and One Night: Joshua
Ruiz, retelling the story of one of the biggest upsets in modern
boxing history, Andy Ruiz Jr. stunning defeat over Anthony Joshua at Madison
Square Garden (co-produced by DAZN and Sylvester Stallone’s Balboa
Productions).
Material and Photo Courtesy of: DAZN Used with
permission.
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streaming devices/platforms/Smart TVs, availability around the world, local
start times in your area, and to subscribe please visit: www.DAZN.com.
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