Diego Luna in
his best piece of work
Stages and movie sets
are his space. And although his work makes him shine in all the
firmaments, this actor, despite his youth being a good journey,
does not lose his head.
It is no surprise
that a young man that from his tender childhood lived in the
world of stages chose acting as a profession. Maybe we should
say that acting chose him, or perhaps it is wiser to say that
Diego Luna did not have to choose because he was born an actor.
As Diego tells us, when he was little he did not distinguish
between real life and the life of the theater. For him the whole
world was a stage. His father is one of the most recognized
theatrical designers. And his mother, who died when the actor
was scarcely three years old, an actress. Nevertheless, his
interests go beyond performance. He first of all sees himself as
a creator of projects; call him an actor, a director or a
promoter.
With his feet on
the ground
We all know him. Success usually rises to the top like a
frothy drink and intoxicates you. As if by magic we addressed
each other, the affected person starts to levitate becoming
detached from the floor. What has Diego done to keep his feet in
the ground? He confesses to us that the whole world is “raised”,
but in his case, his family and friends are who have taken
charge reminding him who he is. He tells us to be very conscious
that success is only one more step on the journey and it depends
on a series of factors. Likewise, he is convinced that falls do
not necessarily mean failure, since he always learns from them.
It was in Mexico that
he knew theatre and it is here where he feels he can carry out
his projects with entire freedom. It’s for that reason, he tells
us, that although he’s constantly had opportunity to work in
diverse countries, unlike many other actors he’s not wanted to
remain abroad. On having asked him for the people who have
supported him the most in his career, he reveals to us that the
first was his father, who allowed him to dedicate himself to it.
And the fact is that although he seems incredible to us, Mister
Luna was of the idea that his son was taking another path.
However, far from dissuading him, he gave Diego his entire
support. Diego also admits that the public has been fundamental
in making him feel supported, and what to say of the directors
that have risked having chosen him. We wonder if working with
Diego really supposes a risk. The sure thing is that everyone is
interested in him. He was recently the image of the Zzegna de
Ermenegildo Zegna brand, an experience that, as he tells us,
meant for him to get inside the world of fashion, something
completely foreign to him, and especially the opportunity to
work with a big photographer like Bruce Weber.
The staging of
Festen, the project he’s currently working on, represents
for Diego not only the opportunity to return to theater, but to
work with his father. The actor explains to us that unlike
cinematographic projects, that by his nature turn out to be
extremely demanding and require continuous work, theatre has a
slower rhythm that allows one to reflect on what he’s done day
to day. Another advantage, he assures, he is direct contact with
the public.
Of meat, bone and
heart
We know the roles that Diego has played in his career, but
what role is he playing in his love life and how does he combine
it with his profession? This celebrity is convinced that love is
the energy that moves everything, although he clarifies, it does
not necessarily have to be in its romantic form, since many
classes of love exist. For him, the world would be different if
we all were doing the things for love; politicians, for love to
his homeland, and actors for love to theatre. Equally he assures
that pretext does not exist for not combining professional life
with love life. It does not matter how busy he is. There is
always time for romance. The actor confesses to us that although
it’s not yet time, he wants to form a family in the future. This
sentiment especially shows in him when he sees his friends with
their children. For the time being, he is content being an
uncle.
Of the first
intention
Blondes or brunettes?
Diego: Why rule out redheads.
The best book?
Diego: One that can keep you seated until you finish it.
Your best role?
Diego: The one that comes.
Your ideal role?
Diego: Very difficult.
Best actor?
Diego: Javier Bardem
Best actress?
Diego: Julianne Moore
With whom would you like to act?
Diego: With Javier Bardem.
With what director do you want to work?
Diego: There are many, one for every country.
Cinema or theatre?
Diego: They are complementary.
Brand or favorite designer?
Diego: To every garment one gives a rough value which is
what makes them valuable, more than a signature.
The moment that changed your life?
Diego: At the age of six, when I put foot on the stage for
the first time in De
película.
