Desperados

About Desperados

Desperados is a 2020 TV Show in the Comedies genre. It is a hilarious and quirky comedy that follows the misadventures of a young woman named Wesley (played by Nasim Pedrad) as she embarks on a chaotic journey to Mexico in a desperate attempt to delete a drunken email she sent to her new boyfriend. The show is full of outrageous situations, witty dialogue, and a talented cast that brings the humor to life.

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About

Desperados tells the story of Wesley, a neurotic and unlucky-in-love woman who, after sending an angry and drunken email to her new boyfriend Jared (played by Robbie Amell), realizes it was a big mistake. Determined to fix things before he reads the email, Wesley and her two best friends, Brooke (played by Anna Camp) and Kaylie (played by Sarah Burns), head to Mexico in an attempt to delete the email from his laptop.

What follows is a series of hilarious and outrageous misadventures as the girls encounter eccentric characters, wild parties, and unexpected obstacles on their quest to find Jared and delete the email. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, love, and the importance of being true to oneself.

Making / Production

Desperados is directed by LP and written by Ellen Rapoport. The film was produced by Mason Novick, Mary Viola, Paul Feig, and Dylan Clark. It was released on Netflix on July 3, 2020.

Actors

• Nasim Pedrad as Wesley - Nasim Pedrad delivers a fantastic performance as the neurotic and love-struck Wesley. Her comedic timing and physical comedy skills bring the character to life and make her relatable and endearing.
• Robbie Amell as Jared - Robbie Amell plays the role of Jared, Wesley's new boyfriend. He brings charm and wit to the character, making him both likable and quirky.
• Anna Camp as Brooke - Anna Camp portrays Brooke, Wesley's loyal best friend. She adds a touch of sass and humor to the show, and her chemistry with Nasim Pedrad is a highlight.
• Sarah Burns as Kaylie - Sarah Burns plays Kaylie, another close friend of Wesley. She brings a quirky and offbeat personality to the character, adding to the comedic dynamic of the group.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was originally planned for a theatrical release but was later acquired by Netflix.
• Desperados was filmed in Mexico, giving the show an authentic and vibrant atmosphere.
• It is loosely based on the real-life experience of writer Ellen Rapoport who sent a drunken email to her boyfriend and then went to extreme lengths to delete it.

Awards

No awards have been won by Desperados as of now.

Quotes

• Wesley: "Okay, girls, let's go to Mexico and delete that email!"
• Brooke: "This is not how I imagined our romantic getaway in Mexico!"
• Kaylie: "We're like a modern-day Charlie's Angels, but with more issues."

Music / Soundtrack

• "Murder Most Foul" by Bob Dylan
• "I'm No Quitter" by Ingrid Andress
• "Rescue" by Lauren Daigle
• "La La La (Revisited)" by Anderson .Paak ft. Buena Vista Social Club
• "Party in the U.S.A" by Miley Cyrus