About Sr. Ávila

'Sr. Ávila' is a Mexican television series that premiered on HBO Latin America in 2014. The show is about a middle-class man named Roberto Ávila who leads a double life: by day, he is an insurance salesman, but by night, he transforms into a hit-man. His life gets more complicated as he climbs to higher positions in a crime organization, trying his best to keep his secret life hidden from his wife and son, and dealing with the moral and psychological torment of his dark profession.

Making / Production

'Sr. Ávila' was produced by HBO Latin America and was created by Walter and Marcelo Slavich. The series was shot in Mexico City, employing a gritty, edgy style to reflect the dark underbelly and the ordinary life of Sr. Ávila.

Actors

• Tony Dalton portrays 'Roberto Ávila / Sr. Ávila', the protagonist who leads a dual life, brilliantly conveying a man's struggle between normalcy and violence.
• Carlos Aragón played 'Iván "El Bola" Alcázar', a senior hitman who became a mentor to Sr. Ávila, Aragón portrayed a cold, disciplined character with finesse.
• Camila Selser as 'Julieta Ávila', the wife of Sr. Ávila, skillfully played a woman oblivious to her husband's dangerous lifestyle.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The title 'Sr. Ávila' is the pseudonym used by Roberto in his hitman profession.
• The series originally aired only on HBO Latin America before gaining global attention and popularity.
• The character of Sr. Ávila was a departure for Tony Dalton, who was known for lighter roles in comedy and romance.

Quotes

• "Killing is a business, and I'm just an employee."
• "You can't escape your own life."
• "Sometimes the best way to keep a secret is to tell it to everyone."

Music, Soundtrack

• The score of Sr. Ávila was composed by Gus Reyes and Andrés Sánchez Maher to create a chilling and suspenseful atmosphere.
• The opening theme 'Hombre de Bien' is a poignant reflection of the protagonist’s dual character.
• The end credits feature different pop and rock songs to contrast the dark tone of the series.