Juan José Campanella, famed for winning an Oscar for El secreto de sus ojos in 2010, has directed only three films in 16 years, with his latest being Parque Lezama. This film is an adaptation of his successful play, which is also based on Herb Gardner's I’m Not Rappaport. While he has focused more on directing series in the United States, Campanella returns to Argentina with this film that stars Luis Brandoni and Eduardo Blanco, both of whom have performed the play over a thousand times since its premiere in 2013.

The movie adaptation of Parque Lezama premiered 15 days prior and is set to hit Netflix on March 6. Campanella's direction emphasizes the power of dialogue over visual spectacle, a notable shift from what he could achieve in the theater. The film brings a new layer to the story, allowing audiences to experience the nuanced performances of Brandoni and Blanco in a cinematic format.

As this film is made accessible through Netflix, it opens up opportunities for broader audiences to engage with Argentine cinema and storytelling. The return of Campanella to his directing roots in Argentina highlights both his enduring legacy and the appeal of his works, particularly in adapting theatrical narratives for the screen.