One Battle After Another is shaping up to be a major cinematic event. Distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, the film is written, directed, and produced by Paul Thomas Anderson. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, and Chase Infiniti. At its core, the story centers around a father-daughter relationship set against high-stakes drama.
In an exclusive chat with Pinkvilla, Leonardo DiCaprio shared his experience working alongside Benicio Del Toro. He described Del Toro as the “Obi-Wan Kenobi” of the film, praising the Puerto Rican actor for bringing depth and authenticity to his character, Sensei Sergio. DiCaprio said, “I’ve always wanted to work with Benicio. He had a unique vision for what he wanted this Sensei character to be.” He added that Del Toro’s firm approach to the role created a strong camaraderie between their characters.
DiCaprio explained the dynamic between his character, Bob Ferguson, and Sensei Sergio. “They are somewhat friendly, connected through Bob’s daughter, and when they face dangerous circumstances, they share the same values about freedom and what is right. Sensei has a line, ‘freedom means no fear,’ which my character has forgotten. He’s kind of Bob’s Obi-Wan Kenobi who helps him believe in himself.”
The film’s story follows a group of ex-revolutionaries who reunite after the disappearance of one of their daughters. Their arch nemesis resurfaces after 16 years, setting the stage for a thrilling tale of loyalty, courage, and justice.