Javier Bardem’s Monster Year: From José Menendez to ‘Spellbound’

Story by Scott Roxborough

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Spanish superstar Javier Bardem flexes his acting chops, going from playing the terrifying patriarch in a true-crime drama to voicing a whimsical purple monster in an animated musical, cementing his status as one of Hollywood's most versatile leading men.

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Bardem's portrayal of José Menendez in 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' left audiences torn on whether the character was truly guilty of the sexual abuse he was accused of, as the actor aimed to present an ambiguous and thought-provoking depiction of the complex case.
Despite admitting he's 'not a singer,' Bardem embraced the challenge of voicing the singing role of King Solon in the Netflix animated musical 'Spellbound,' proving he's willing to step out of his comfort zone and tackle new genres to keep his career fresh.

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Javier Bardem, Karla Sofía Gascón, Penelope Cruz, Rachel Zegler, Nicole Kidman, Netflix, Ryan Murphy, Skydance Animation, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, Spellbound, The Little Mermaid, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile

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