Without a doubt Julia Roberts It is a world reference when it comes to romantic films, since it is enough to remember some of its most memorable projects where its passionate or heartbreaking loves have captivated the public. Such was the case of the tape The Mexican which was recorded in a spectacular place in San Luis Potosi and here we show you what it currently looks like.
Brad Pitt and Julia lead the cast of this feature film that was directed by Gore Verbinski and released in 2001. The film combines genres of romantic comedy and road moviestanding out for its unusual plot and focus on an ancient gun with a supposed curse.
The project was originally conceived as an independent production, without big stars, but the news reached these Hollywood stars, who were interested in working together. Finally, both joined the cast, thus changing the dimension of the project that was promoted as a typical romantic comedy.
The story follows Jerry Welbach (played by Pitt), a man who must recover a legendary pistol called “La Mexicana” from Mexico to the United States. This item is surrounded by legends and curses, which complicates his mission. On the other hand, Jerry’s girlfriend, Samantha (played by Roberts), is kidnapped by a man named Leroy (James Gandolfini), who believes she owns the gun.
During his journey, Jerry faces several obstacles in Mexico and Samantha develops an unexpected friendship with her kidnapper.
This film was set in the state of San Luis Potosi, specifically in the magical town known as Real de Catorce.
Even, some time ago, the user of instagram identified as Said Olvera (@said_olvera) shared a comparison of scenes from the film with how the site currently looks.
In the images you can clearly see the place where Julia and Brad Pitt had a passionate kiss and other very important moments of the plot.
It should be noted that, according to the Government of Mexico, this is a mining and Huichol town. For many years the area was a reference for silver extraction and the name of Real de Catorce has had several theories over the years.
One of the most accepted sindicates that apparently there was a gang of thieves who robbed the roads and, after being arrested by the authorities and executed, there were 14 people involved and everything would have arisen from there.
Although this origin might sound a bit macabre, the reality is that visiting this place is a unique experience and that as a couple it can be extremely romantic, since the cobbled streets, the parish and the old Mint are just some places that can make a unforgettable moment.
