Summary
- Director Angel Manuel Soto reflects on the positive impact Blue Beetle has had on young fans, particularly those who see themselves and their families represented onscreen.
- The film includes references to the comic book origins of Blue Beetle, incorporating elements from Dan Garrett and Ted Kord's mythologies.
- Soto and James Gunn have discussed the future of Blue Beetle in the DC Universe, hinting at possible crossovers and further development of the character's story.
Blue Beetle movie director Angel Manuel Soto breaks down the makings of Jaime Reyes' movie debut from page to screen and what is in store for his future DC Universe saga. 2023 marked the beginning for one of DC Comics' most beloved superheroes as Blue Beetle finally got his own cinematic adventure. Starring Xolo Maridueña as Jaime Reyes, Blue Beetle follows the adventures of a young man discovering the power of Khaji-Da, a powerful alien Scarab that turns him into the titular hero.
As Jaime has to come to terms with this new chapter in his life, Blue Beetle goes up against the villainous Victoria Kord, the power-driven CEO of Kord Industries, who has been desperately seeking the Scarab for years. In addition to Maridueña, Blue Beetle stars Bruna Maruezine as Jenny Kord, Susan Sarandon as Victoria Kord, Damián Alcázar as Alberto Reyes, Elpidia Carrillo as Rocio Reyes, Adriana Barraza as Nana, Belissa Escobedo as Milagro Reyes, with Raoul Max Trujillo as Ignacio Carapax, George Lopez as Rudy Reyes, Harvey Guillén as Dr. Jose Francisco Morales Rivera de la Cruz, and Becky G as the voice of Khaji-Da.