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Elsa Pataky, Away from Chris Hemsworth and With News That Will Revolutionize Spain

The actress returns to Spanish fiction with the psychological thriller 'Matices,' her first national work in 15 years

Elsa Pataky has once again surprised us with a move that nobody expected. After years focused on her family and international projects, the actress has confirmed her return to Spanish fiction with the series Matices. Her return, far from Chris Hemsworth and the usual Hollywood environment, generates enormous anticipation among her followers.

At 48 years old and with a more than consolidated international career, Pataky has decided to look back to reconnect with her professional roots. What has motivated this return to Spain? What does Matices have that has managed to win her over again?

Elsa Pataky smiling in a dark dress in a setting with plants.
Elsa Pataky Returns to Spain with "Matices," a Series That Promises to Mark a Before and After | Europa Press

Elsa Pataky, Wife of Chris Hemsworth, Returns to Acting in Spain

Elsa Pataky had been one of the most visible representatives of our country in the Hollywood industry for years. Since she made the definitive leap to the United States in 2006, she has been part of powerful franchises like Fast & Furious, in addition to becoming a top-tier figure. But, despite the success and her stable life with Chris Hemsworth in Australia, she never hid her desire to work in Spain again.

Although the exact role Pataky will play is still unknown, she herself has shared her enthusiasm for the project. "I'm very happy to be filming in Spain with such an unbelievable cast. The patients of the series Matices have already arrived at the winery to complete their treatment," the actress wrote last August.

Moreover, Elsa Pataky will not be alone on this journey. She is accompanied by renowned actors such as Maxi Iglesias, Hovik Keuchkerian, Enrique Arce, Luis Tosar, Juana Acosta, Fariba Sheikhan, Miriam Giovanelli, or Raúl Prieto. This top-level cast reinforces the ambition of the project and guarantees a high-quality ensemble performance.

The series has been filmed in various locations in Madrid, Salamanca, Zamora, and Tenerife. The good atmosphere on the set has also been a highlight, as they have been posting on their social media. During filming breaks, the actors took the opportunity to make plans together and enjoy the cultural and gastronomic offerings of the area.

This Is Matices, the Series Starring Elsa Pataky

Matices is a gripping psychological thriller of eight episodes that marks her first national work since DiDi Hollywood. In that film, directed by Bigas Luna, she played a young actress with dreams of glory in the mecca of cinema. Curiously, the parallel with her personal trajectory adds an emotional layer to the announcement of her return.

The new series presents itself as an ambitious and different proposal. Produced by Secuoya Studios and Stellarmedia, Matices introduces viewers to a story full of mystery, unexpected twists, and an unsettling atmosphere. What starts as a healing process for its protagonists soon turns into a nightmare after a tragic event during a ceremonial tasting.

The investigation by a Civil Guard lieutenant uncovers dark secrets that will forever change the fate of all the characters involved. The script bets on growing tension, with intertwined plots and intense emotions that promise to keep the viewer glued to the screen.

More Than a Filming: A New Professional and Personal Stage for Elsa Pataky

Elsa Pataky's return to national fiction is, for many, a possible turning point in her career. After years focused on her family and sporadic projects, it seems that the actress has found renewed motivation in Matices. The Spanish public hopes that this return is not something punctual, but the beginning of a closer and more continuous stage in the national scene.

On the other hand, it has drawn attention that she has had to be separated from Chris Hemsworth for so long. However, it is something the couple is accustomed to with the constant travels of the Australian actor. Although now it is different, it is a professional choice that responds to her own personal and artistic desires.

Close-up of a very smiling Elsa Pataky.
Elsa Pataky's Fans Celebrate Her Return to Acting in Spain | Europa Press

With Matices, Elsa Pataky not only returns to her roots but also reconnects with the Spanish public after several years without doing so. Temporarily away from Chris Hemsworth and Hollywood, her foray into this new series represents much more than an acting project: a statement of intent. Will this be the gateway to a new professional stage in our country?

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