"Michel Franco Praises Jessica Chastain as 'Memory' Cast Choice"
Mexican filmmaker Michel Franco's latest film, "Memory," starring Jessica Chastain and Peter Sarsgaard, will have its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival. The film explores the lives of broken people and dysfunctional families, focusing on the possibilities of coming to terms with the past. Franco is fascinated by outsiders and the work of care workers, which is reflected in his films. Chastain's central role as a social worker in "Memory" highlights the admiration for those who devote their lives to helping others. Franco praises Chastain as one of the best actresses in the world and credits her for suggesting Sarsgaard's casting. The film has been granted a SAG-AFTRA interim waiver, and Franco plans to continue making films in both the U.S. and Mexico.
