Guillermo Slays in S4 of “What We Do in the Shadows”
As a fan, I’m here to tell you Harvey Guillén’s Guillermo de la Cruz makes FX’s “What We Do In The Shadows” a familiar favorite.
Monica Rodriguez
Monica Rodriguez is a first-gen, Mexican-American writer. She probably has her nose stuck in a book or is laughing at her own joke. She enjoys writing about self-love and identity, family dynamics, and red flags in attempted relationships. She reminds people how lovely they are at findalovelylife.com, a lifestyle blog focused on self-love, books, and travel. Join the official book club @findalovelybook. You can find her online at loveleemonicaa.com.
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Keke Palmer Better Get Nominated For “Nope”
If you haven’t seen Jordan Peele’s latest work of art, Nope should be your next movie night. Aside from the mysterious extraterrestrial horror that will have you at the edge of your seat, what really makes this film shine is Keke Palmer.
‘Ms. Marvel’ Deserves More Buzz
If you haven’t heard of Marvel’s latest limited series, Ms. Marvel, it’s not your fault. Swept under the radar, this hidden Disney+ gem has captured the hearts of many BIPOC households. It’s one of the Marvelverse’s many efforts to bring in more diverse characters but I am frustrated it hasn’t gotten the marketing it deserves!
How Hulu’s ‘The Valet’ Surprised Me
The Valet has a little bit of everything—gentrification, family dynamics, love and heartbreak, friendship, grief, and relatable Latinx humor.
‘Everything Everywhere All At Once’ Will Open Your Mind
From the reality of the American dream to mother-daughter relationships and generational trauma, tapping into different versions of yourself to examining the people we love and what they teach us—’Everything Everywhere All At Once’ will break you open and show you how beautiful chaos can be.
Pixar’s ‘Turning Red’ Helped Me Process My Trauma
After watching “Turning Red,” I realized therapy has helped me extend grace to Mei-Mei-adjacent, boy-band-obsessed thirteen-year-old me.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Continues To Nail Relationship Dynamics in Season Four
While I’d recommend ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ for the aesthetic, it’s the exploration of relationship dynamics that really hits the mark.
Hulu’s ‘Fresh’ Is Made of Women’s Nightmares
The women behind Hulu’s “Fresh,” make art out of the horrors of online dating. I just wish the reality was further from the nightmare.
4 JLo Movies to Watch Before ‘Marry Me’ Comes Out
To prepare for JLo’s new movie, Marry Me, I went into the JLo vault and rewatched some of my favorite movies of hers. My movie marathon made me realize how much these films shaped my career path and how much JLo inspired me to be a boss-ass woman.
5 Rom-Coms To Watch on Netflix This Month
If you’re in the mood for love, I put together my favorite Netflix rom-coms that give belly laughs, heartfelt moments, and at least one great twist.