Latina filmmaker Patricia Riggen discusses her experience directing her first action movie, G20. She emphasized the importance of strong action scenes, especially as a Latina, to pave the way for future women directors. Despite budget constraints, she ensured high-quality action sequences by meticulously preparing and collaborating with military advisors. The film, which features Viola Davis as the President, resonates with audiences due to its universal family themes. Patricia highlighted the strategic choice to film in Cape Town to authentically capture the setting. She expressed interest in directing high-action franchise films, hoping for more opportunities for women and women of color in the industry. A written version of this interview originally ran at the San Antonio Current.
