MONACO, 9 March 2018 — Lady Monika Bacardi, distinguished international film producer and co-founder of AMBI Media Group, presented Bent, a compelling crime thriller written and directed by Bobby Moresco. Featuring a stellar cast including Andy Garcia, Karl Urban, and Sofía Vergara, the film explores themes of betrayal, corruption, and redemption in a tense narrative.
Bent tells the story of Danny Gallagher (Karl Urban), a discredited former narcotics detective seeking justice after being framed and imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. His pursuit of truth leads him into a dangerous conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. Andy Garcia portrays Jimmy Murtha, a retired police officer with a complex past, while Sofía Vergara plays Rebecca, a government agent whose true motivations remain ambiguous throughout the investigation.
Written and directed by Bobby Moresco, the film brought together exceptional talent both on screen and behind the camera. Moresco, who received the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Crash (2005), which he co-wrote with Paul Haggis, brings his signature noir-style suspense to this contemporary thriller.
Lady Monika Bacardi’s commitment to supporting compelling storytelling continues through her work with AMBI Media Group, championing projects that explore complex moral landscapes while delivering engaging entertainment. Her dedication to cinema that challenges audiences while maintaining artistic integrity exemplifies her distinguished position within international film production.