“Obsession” Subverts the Tóxica Trope
“Obsession” places the real horror in something women have been experiencing since the dawn of time – the burden of men’s perceptions.
Film
Gaby Meza Is Building a New Film Criticism Infastructure fo Latin America
In expanding both the form and the constituency of cultural analysis, Gaby Meza has redrawn the contours of authority for a LATAM generation.
Netflix’s “México 86” Satirizes the Business Side of the World Cup
“México 86” is a satirical look into the origins of hyper-commercialized soccer. Consider it required viewing ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
“Club Kid” Wows at Cannes With Queer Authenticity
Club Kid is a triumph. And Diego Calva? He’s just getting started. Thankfully, A24 scooped up the rights, so we’ll all be seeing it soon.
Reflections on Watching “Elio” During Artemis II
Space travel makes Earth look worn out – in the real-life photos from Artemis II and Pixar’s Latino-light 2025 film, “Elio.”
Netflix’s “El Último Gigante” Explores Redemption in the Argentine Jungle
With the depth of its performances and the beauty of its setting, “El Último Gigante” is a moving, visually stunning film.
“Thy Will Be Done” Refuses to Whisper in the Best Way
In an era obsessed with prestige television, there is something refreshing about a film like “They Will Be Done” that leans into pulp.
I Guess There Are Non-Latinx Films at Sundance Too
Sundance selects 8-15 feature films from our community per year, but what happens at the non-Latinx part of the festival? I investigate.
Op-Ed: All the Dreams that Had to Come True to Make “Rendez-vous”
Being a film director isn’t easy. I had to toss aside all my “Plan Bs” to make “Rendez-vous” not just a dream, but a reality.
Berlinale Stunner “Narciso” Delves Into Sex, Rock n’ Roll, and Politics
“Narciso” is a timeless, quietly powerful film that meets the moment in tying the past with the present through the power of sound.