Maria Canals-Barrera, cherished for her role as “Theresa Russo” in “Wizards of Waverly Place,” ventures into the horror genre with “Seven Cemeteries,” directed by John Gulager. This film, released on October 11th, serves as a thrilling addition to your Halloween movie lineup, presenting Barrera in an entirely new dimension.
In an exclusive interview she delved into her approach to her character, the mysterious Bruja, and working with Efren Ramirez (Napoleon Dynamite) and Danny Trejo (Machete, Dusk Till Dawn) on set.
John Gulager, celebrated for his work on the FEAST franchise, Piranha 3DD (2012), and Children of the Corn: Runaway (2018), has infused “Seven Cemeteries” with his distinctive flair, making it a must-watch for horror aficionados and fans of Barrera.
Meeting Canals-Barrera was delightful, and her performance in “Seven Cemeteries” is a blend of eerie suspense and captivating charm. Don’t miss our full interview below, and make sure to catch “Seven Cemeteries” in theaters or via VOD for a Halloween experience that merges Barrera’s top notch acting talent with a wildly entertaining horror film.