Arturo Muyshondt kicked off his acting career over 10 years doing theater in Miami. He was born in El Salvador and besides living in the Sunshine State, he also lived in New York and Los Angeles. The Salvadorean actor talked to us about his new inspirational film "The Pastor," in which he takes the reigns of his first leading role. "It's the first story I'm able to show to the world and I hope that people can enjoy it all over," he said to Latin Times.
Read our one on one interview with Arturo, where he tells us more about "The Pastor" premiering Monday in 400 theaters across 41 states in the U.S.
Latin Times: Arturo, let's talk about your new film, what can we expect in "The Pastor"?
Arturo Muyshondt: In "The Pastor," you can expect a film experience that's dealing with a socially relevant and urgent issue which is how our gangs are targeting our kids in the U.S. and other countries in Latin America.
LT: You are a pastor, the leading role, in this movie, what can you tell me about your character?
AM: He's a very complex character. He begins his journey as a gang leader, ends up in jail, and once he's in there, he finds God. He's giving the opportunity to change his life and become a better human being. He then becomes a pastor and is the protector of the youth in his community. It was very challenging for me and also a privilege to do this role and experience the humanity of what he did in this movie.
LT: What similarities do you have with your character?
AM: I share the faith wholeheartedly with him. The love for our community. A deep love for the women in our lives.
LT: How can "The Pastor" raise awareness for gang-related problems not only in the U.S. or El Salvador, but around the world?
AM: It's one of those rare movies, that will be an entertaining experience, but also a learning one and hopefully an inspirational one. My hope is for this movie to be a vehicle for social change across America and Latin America.
LT: What other social issues would you like to target in future films?
AM: I have a film that's already in the works called "Sanctuary." That one deals with immigration. It's an LA-based police story, which we will begin filming this year and hopefully have it out by the end of the year, if not the beginning of next year.
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