Julio Macias & Pepe Serna Among Cast Of Indie Thriller ‘Three Years Gone’

Rosy Cordero
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EXCLUSIVE: Julio Macias (On My Block) and Pepe Serna (With Love, Scarface) are leading the cast of the indie thriller Three Years Gone, written and directed by John Gutierrez (Sons of the Sea). The film recently wrapped production.

Three Years Gone follows the harrowing journey of Maria (Elizabeth Caro) and her father, David (Macias), as they search for an exorcism to rid him of the demons he believes followed him back from the war. David, haunted by his past, kidnaps Maria from her mother, Veronica (Joey Marie Urbina), who faces her inner battles.

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The project marks 13-year-old Caro’s first leading role, following her appearances in various films and TV shows.

Photo of Joey Marie Urbina and Elizabeth Caro in "Three Years Gone"
Joey Marie Urbina and Elizabeth Caro in “Three Years Gone”

“Bringing this story to life has been an emotional experience. Three Years Gone is not just a film; it’s a tribute to my family’s past, a deep dive into the psychic wounds within a Chicano family, and a timely exploration of mental illness in America. As we wrap this project, I hope it sparks meaningful conversations about the impact of war on our communities and the importance of mental health,” shared Gutierrez.

Three Years Gone is produced by Taryn Kosviner of Amiga Pictures, and John Gutierrez and Julio Macias. David Tugendhaft of Satara Ventures serves as executive producer with the company also providing partial financing for the film. Amiga Pictures is in talks with sales agents and will premiere Three Years Gone on the festival circuit next year.

Macias is represented by Stewart Talent and Corner Booth Entertainment; Caro is represented by Osbrink Talent Agency and Mills Kaplan Entertainment; Urbina by Clear Talent Group and 24/7 Management; Serna by Leavitt Agency Corp.

Additional first-look photos can be found below.

Pepe Serna in “Three Years Gone”
Pepe Serna in “Three Years Gone”
Julio Macias & Elizabeth Caro
Julio Macias & Elizabeth Caro
Photo of Julio Macias and Elizabeth Caro in "Three Years Gone"
Julio Macias and Elizabeth Caro in “Three Years Gone”
Elizabeth Caro and John Gutierrez in BTS shot of "Three Years Gone"
Elizabeth Caro and John Gutierrez in BTS shot of “Three Years Gone”

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