Hugo Chavez Drama Series ‘El Comandante’ Set at Sony Pictures TV Latin America (EXCLUSIVE)

Sony Pictures Television’s Latin America unit is embarking on its boldest historical drama series yet with “El Comandante,” depicting the life and times of the late Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez.

It’s a hybrid, using the telenovela format, albeit shorter, but with the look and feel of a U.S. drama, said Guerra.

SPT will kick off international sales for the show later this month during its LA Screenings showcases.