How ‘Spy Kids’ Helped Me Feel Proud of My Long Latinx Name
I have what my mom calls a “telenovela name,” and when a microaggression at work made me feel bad about it, I turned to “Spy Kids” for help.
Ces Heredia
Ces Heredia (she/her) is a Mexican Jewish writer and personal stylist. Her work focuses mainly on bringing light to issues related to size inclusivity in the fashion industry, Latinx issues, her Jewishness, and fighting fatphobia. Ces believes anything is possible with a little sparkle and a good matcha latté.
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Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Pinocchio’ Has a Mexican Soul
Guillermo del Toro’s version of “Pinocchio” artfully merges beauty and horror and so reveals its Mexican soul despite its source material.
Real Housewives of Miami Share Their Journey Through Latina Stardom
“Real Housewives of Miami” stars Marysol Patton and Dr. Nicole Martin dish on their experiences making the show ahead of the season 5 finale.
Let’s Celebrate ‘Gossip Girl’ Luna La While We Can
Zión Moreno’s Luna La made the recently-canceled version of “Gossip Girl” my favorite – so let’s enjoy the two seasons we got of her!
Netflix’s “Christmas With You” is the Latinx Christmas Film of the Season
The latest batch of feel-good, predictable-yet-enjoyable holidays movies finally has a Latinx entry in Netflix’s “Christmas With You.”
We Can’t Stop Thinking About the Latinx Talent in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
For Latinx fans, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” feels like a tribute to our roots, our history, and our culture.
Why We Shouldn’t Forget Gabriella in “The Little Mermaid” Series
The 90s ‘Little Mermaid’ show featured a character that made her mark in my young, impressionable mind: Gabriella, the deaf Latina mermaid.
A Conversation with “Real Women Have Curves” Writer Josefina López
“Being fat became like a way to say F you to society,” says “Real Women Have Curves” writer Josefina López upon the film’s 20th anniversary.
The Importance of Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams
We are finally getting an out and proud Latinx Addams family this year, thanks to Jenna Ortega as Wednesday in Netflix’s new series.
‘Do Revenge’ Fixes the Problem with My Favorite 00s Teen Movies
‘Do Revenge’ is the perfect mix of everything my younger self wanted in a teen movie: impeccable outfits, drama, and a complex Latina lead.