Castro's Daughter

James Franco's casting as Fidel Castro in the upcoming period piece "Alina of Cuba: La Hija Rebelde" has caused major backlash, but the Oscar nominee has one important supporter: Castro's daughter, Alina Fernández. "James Franco has an obvious physical resemblance with Fidel Castro, besides his skills and charisma," Fernández told Deadline of the "This Is the End" star portraying her Communist leader father. "The project is almost entirely Latino, both in front and behind the camera," Fernández added, citing Franco's Portuguese heritage. "I find the selection of the cast amazing. The filmmakers worked a lot and I can't be more grateful to them for their overall inclusive selection."

Referenced in Mediaholic: James Franco TOO WHITE To Play Fidel Castro? Alina of Cuba Backlash (2022)