The Sicario series has been one of the most acclaimed and successful action-thrillers of the past decade, with its gritty and realistic depiction of the drug war at the U.S.-Mexico border. The first film, released in 2015, introduced us to the complex and ruthless characters of Alejandro Gillick (Benicio del Toro), a former Mexican prosecutor turned CIA assassin, Matt Graver (Josh Brolin), a CIA officer who recruits Alejandro for his covert missions, and Kate Macer (Emily Blunt), an FBI agent who gets caught up in their dangerous operation. The sequel, Sicario: Day of the Soldado, released in 2018, followed Alejandro and Matt as they tried to start a war between rival cartels by kidnapping the daughter of a kingpin, only to face betrayal and moral dilemmas along the way.
Fans of the franchise have been eagerly waiting for news about the third film, and now we have some exciting updates from the producers of the series, Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee. In an exclusive interview with The Messenger, they confirmed that Sicario 3 is indeed happening, and that they have an awesome idea for the story. However, they also revealed that the project is currently on hold due to the writers strike, which prevents them from continuing the script development. They did not disclose any details about the plot or the cast, but they expressed their enthusiasm for working with Del Toro again, who they consider to be one of the best actors in the industry.
“I can’t wait for Sicario 3,” Iwanyk said. “I could watch Benicio play that guy forever. I mean, I can watch Benicio in anything, but with that character, it doesn’t get old.”
Del Toro’s performance as Alejandro has been widely praised by critics and audiences alike, as he portrays a man who is driven by vengeance and haunted by his past, but also shows glimpses of humanity and compassion. His character arc has been one of the most intriguing aspects of the series, as he goes from being a cold-blooded killer to a reluctant protector of a young girl. His relationship with Matt, who is his friend and handler, but also his manipulator and adversary, is also fascinating to watch, as they often clash over their methods and motives.
The Sicario series has been known for its stunning cinematography, tense action sequences, and gripping soundtrack, as well as its exploration of themes such as morality, corruption, violence, and justice. The films have also been praised for their authenticity and accuracy in depicting the realities of the drug war, which is often overlooked or sensationalized by Hollywood. The films have been written by Taylor Sheridan, who is also behind the hit TV show Yellowstone, and directed by Denis Villeneuve (Sicario) and Stefano Sollima (Day of the Soldado), who are both acclaimed filmmakers in their own right.
While we don’t know much about what Sicario 3 will entail, we can expect it to be another thrilling and captivating installment of the franchise, with Del Toro leading the way as Alejandro. We hope that the writers strike will end soon, so that we can get more updates on this highly anticipated project. Until then, we can rewatch the first two films and enjoy the brilliance of Del Toro’s performance. As Iwanyk said: “It doesn’t get old.”