Latin actress, singer, and producer Gina La Piana chatted about the new film “Maserati: The Brothers.”
She stars alongside Al Pacino, Jessica Alba, Anthony Hopkins, Michele Morrone, Tyler Gallant, and Victoria Sophia.
How was your experience in “Maserati: The Brothers”?
I was immediately drawn to the role of a Ziegfeld girl, those women were icons of their time, equal parts glamour and grit, wrapped in a quiet kind of rebellion.
Playing Paulina let me step into a world where femininity was both spectacle and strength, which felt powerful and deeply resonant.
She’s a former Broadway star from the early 1900s, a singer, a dancer, a true triple threat and she’s married to Vincenzo, played by Al Pacino, which honestly doesn’t get better than that.
And if they manage to keep all my scenes in the final cut, well… that’ll be the icing on the proverbial cake.
What was it like working with Al Pacino?
Surreal. His presence is magnetic thrilling, even. Sharing the screen with someone whose work helped define modern cinema reminds you instantly why you fell in love with storytelling. He’s sharp, kind, and generous with his time—everything you hope a legend will be and more.
As his onscreen wife, I felt protective, but in his own gracious way, he reminded me he’s a master of his craft. Stay present, listen—and you’ll learn a few things.
What did this screenplay teach you about yourself?
It reminded me of the resilience and loyalty I carry in my own life. Just when I start to believe in my own importance, I’m humbled to remember I’m only a small fragment of a much bigger plan, one where it takes everything working in concert to achieve a goal.
My feelings matter less than the mission being accomplished, and right or wrong, I experienced that truth. The story itself is rooted in deep devotion to family, to legacy, to dreams against the odds. Some scripts linger, and when they do, I know they’re meant for me.
Those are the ones that change me. All I can do is bring my own humanity, my own lived experience, and surrender fully to the moment. From my perspective, art is not to be judged—it either resonates, or it doesn’t.
What do your plans for the future include?
Getting some rest. Doing yoga. Getting back to my morning practice. Eating great food, making great love.
Reading a book a month. Writing a few love letters. Traveling. Directing a full-length feature that blows some minds. Adding a few new horses to my animal family.
Building a contribution home where my community can gather. Getting organized because as a big-picture visionary, I tend to let the smaller details slide, and it’s time to give them their due. If that sounds like a lot, welcome to my world!
What is your advice for young and aspiring creatives?
Get clear on what you want. Say it out loud and go for it with everything you have. There are no shortcuts.
Find ways to stay inspired when you can’t see the way forward. Stay devoted to your craft. If the role or story doesn’t exist, write it yourself. Ask for help. Build a team.
Enroll others to believe in your dream. Be true to yourself and find a tribe that amplifies your strengths and fans your flames. When you win, everyone wins. Guard your dream like it’s your child.
How does it feel to be an actor in the digital age?
It’s exciting and ever‑changing. It’s part of the Wild Wild West of the entertainment industry adventure.
Technology and streaming have opened doors to global audiences and new formats.
At its core, acting is still about truth, connection, and humanity those things don’t change, no matter the medium or however many AI‑generated artists you conjure.
Humanity is something only living, breathing souls can bring the irreplaceable pulse no machine can counterfeit.
What does the word success mean to you?
Success, for me, is living in alignment with my values, doing meaningful work, and being surrounded by people who see me clearly and love me well.
When I can enjoy the freedom and resources to help others on the road to achieving their dreams, I feel successful. Reaching out your hand and pulling others up, that is success.
What would you like to tell our readers about “Maserati: The Brothers”?
That it’s about loyalty, legacy, and the underdog spirit. I hope audiences walk away feeling inspired to fight for their dreams and to cherish the bonds that matter most, because time is precious.
What kind of roles or collaborations are you looking for next?
I’m drawn to collaborators who lead with fierce courage and curiosity artists who push the envelope and make us feel something big.
Will Smith is at the top of my list, along with artists like Taylor Sheridan, Greta Gerwig, Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, Shonda Rhimes, Guy Ritchie, and Reese Witherspoon, to name a few.
There’s so much talent in the world, we are blessed to witness it every day!
What’s your dream project?
A project that lets me do it all write, direct, and act, bringing to life one of the greatest stories ever told. Something timeless that moves people deeply and stands the test of time. No pressure, universe… no pressure!
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