Release Date: October 10, 2024
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 1 hour 57 minutes
Languages: English, Spanish
Countries of Origin: United States, Mexico
Budget: $3,000,000 (estimated)
Director: Alonso Alvarez
Writers: Alonso Alvarez, Max Arciniega
Production Companies: Wama Films, Pa’Cha Films, BTF Media
Story
In “The Wingwalker,” a young widower faces deportation while his daughter prepares for a life-saving heart transplant. Determined to be there for her, he hatches an audacious plan to cross the border, setting off a gripping, high-stakes journey that challenges his resolve and resourcefulness. As he orchestrates the boldest border crossing in history, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, each adding depth and danger to his mission.
Plot
The compelling narrative of The Wingwalker centers on a young widower who, after being deported shortly before his daughter is due to receive a life-saving heart transplant, finds himself in a desperate situation. With time running out, he embarks on an audacious and perilous mission to orchestrate the most daring border crossing plan ever attempted, risking everything for his daughter’s chance at survival.
Cast
Will Rothhaar as Nick
Héctor Jiménez as El Hongos
Max Arciniega as Rambo
Omar Chaparro as Julian
Jesús Ochoa as El Langostas
Gustavo Sánchez Parra as Camilo
Leslie Garza as Denise
Ramses Jimenez as Coy
Julio Bracho as Cpt. Manrique
Al Coronel as Dr. Roye
Cesar Ramos as Chimino
Mercedes Hernández as Doña Meche
Jero Medina as Gazú
Omar Ayala as Giant Man
Jennifer Cadena as Ofelia
Mónica Dionne as Judge Agueda Ovalle
Adolfo Madera as Vampiro
Doug Lito as Vestidor Wingman
