Cannes 2023: who were the other members at the Ethan Hawke/Pedro Almodovar photo call this afternoon?

By the time you have read this article, the premiere screening of acclaimed Spanish director Pedro Almodovar’s new short film will be in the books. Strange Way of Life has become one of Cannes Film Festival’s most talked about features, in part due to the reverence the film industry has towards Almodovar, and in part the thirsty sect of the internet clamouring to see “internet daddy” Pedro Pascal and ‘90s daddy Ethan Hawke in a LGBTQIA+ cowboy film.

But ahead of its screening at the festival today came the much anticipated photo call that many guests at the festival take part in. The bad news was that Pedro was at the photo call, but not the internet daddy everyone wanted, but the good news is that despite not appearing at the photo call it wasn’t a lack of Pascal that had tongue wagging.

That would instead go to the other people involved in the photo call and the sublime choices they made in attire attending the opening of the short film. Peopleworld’s editor Marina Licht commented about the four other members of the shoot and how stylish they were and also spotted the pussy bow look that Harry Styles repopularized was a very striking look for Jason Fernández - drawing comparisons to Styles’ attire at the 2019 Met Gala when he arrived in a Gucci sheer blouse. 

That keen eye for their wardrobe led to the ultimate question after lunch in the office - who were those sharply dressed gentlemen?

They would be the other cast members, dear reader; though the film has generated a lot of focus on the leading cast members and director, there also happens to be other cast members involved in the 31 minute short. Given Almodovar’s propensity to cast Spanish speaking actors in his films, unless you're well versed in Spanish or Portuguese television and cinema, you would be forgiven for not knowing who they are.

So to demonstrate we are not solely here for Cannes for just Pedro Pascal and Ethan Hawke, Peopleworld has a look at the other cast members you should look out for ahead of the film’s general release through Pathe hopefully by the end of the month (it will be in Spanish cinemas from May 26 2022.

Who else apart from Pedro Pascal and Ethan Hawke appear in Strange Way of Life?

Manu Ríos

Manu Ríos first made his mark in the entertainment industry as an actor. He rose to prominence through his role as Gavilán in the Spanish TV series "Cantando en Familia" in 2011. He later gained even more popularity with his portrayal of Álvaro in the hit series "El Internado: Las Cumbres," which premiered in 2021.

Aside from his acting career, Manu Ríos has a strong presence on social media platforms. He has a significant following on Instagram, where he shares his personal life, fashion, and music. His engaging content and charismatic personality have earned him millions of followers.

Jason Fernández

Jason Fernández is a Spanish actor who was born in Madrid to a British mother and a Spanish father. He embarked on his acting journey at the age of six, thanks to his mother's involvement in a children's theatre company in the city. Fernández made his debut as a child actor in the film "The Heart of the Earth" (El Corazón De La Tierra) in 2007. 

He credits his mother for his early foray into the profession. Fernández later pursued his passion by studying theatre at the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art, equipping him with the skills to perform in both Spanish and English fluently. He describes himself as two different actors when working in each language and is currently refining his American accent as part of his artistic development

Jose Condessa

Jose Condessa is currently working on the TV series "A Filha/The Daughter" (2023). With notable TV roles in series such as "O Crime do Padre Amaro," "Rabo de Peixe," and "Salve-se Quem Puder," Jose has also made a mark in theatre, starring in plays like "Peer Gynt," "Peter Pan," and "Romeu e Julieta." 

He has been recognized with nominations and awards for his performances, including a Golden Globe nomination for his portrayal of Hamlet. Jose Condessa's dedication to his craft is evident as he completed his Acting Course at the Escola Profissional de Teatro de Cascais.with the DGArtes Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in "O Som Que Desce da Terra." In the film industry, Jose has appeared in movies like "O Implicado" and "Gabriel," where he showcased his versatility by portraying the antagonist. Notably, Jose completed his Acting Course at the Escola Profissional de Teatro de Cascais from 2012 to 2015, honing his skills as an actor.

George Steane

There isn’t too much on public record for Spanish actor George Steane; what is known is that he was born on May 5 2001 in Madrid, Spain and has only in the past three years become more prominent on television and cinema. His theatrical credits are all short films, with roles in 2022’s Malishka and 2020’s Cruising, while also appearing in Spanish television series The Messiah (2023) and Blackout (2022).