30 Years Later, 7 Reasons ‘Mi Vida Loca’ Has Become a Classic
In 1993, a movie dropped that has since become a chola, Chicana, and Latinx cult classic: ‘Mi Vida Loca.’ Let’s breakdown why.
V. Alexandra de F. Szoenyi
V. Alexandra de F. Szoenyi is a Colombian-American writer and historian who focuses primarily on Latinx history. Her work has been in a number of publications including the San Francisco Examiner, Refinery29, HipLatina, Bob Cut Mag, 7x7, BoldLatina, and The Bold Italic. She is also a published poet, with work in The Minison Project, BoldLatina, and The Baram House, and is currently working on her first book. You can check out her writing and bookish site at alexshewrote.com.
A Love Letter to ‘90s Thalía
Picture this: it’s the ‘90s. You tune into the most popular novelas of the day, where a handsome rich man sweeps a humble, gold-hearted woman off her feet. You rush out to streak the front of your hair blonde, or get a crop top while also singing pop songs like “Piel Morena,” or “Amor a […]
Put Respect on Raquel Welch’s Name
Raquel Welch has died and we should take a moment to give this Latina icon the credit, respect, and admiration that she deserves.
Three Latinx Shows to Watch This Winter
We’re talking three Latinx shows that are Latinx-centered with Latinx characters looking right back at us on the small screen.
The Best Latinx Novels of the Year
The following five Latinx novels have popped up on numerous best-of lists for 2022 and deserve every accolade.
Latinx Holiday Movies to Close Out Your Year
Check out these cute, cozy, Latinx holiday movies while it’s still 2022. They all star Latinx actors playing Latinx characters – finally!
5 Classic Cholo Films You Must See
These iconic Cholo films showcase Chicanos’ pride in our heritage, toughness in the face of violence, and love for our barrios.
6 Indigenous Latinxs Who Are Making Their Marks in Hollywood
Let’s celebrate Native American Heritage by shining a much-deserved spotlight on Indigenous Latinxs in Hollywood.
Two Latinx Heroes to Celebrate in “The Umbrella Academy”
Superheroes inspire us, especially the Latinx ones in Netflix’s much-loved, kickass production, “The Umbrella Academy.”
5 Spooky Latinx Books for the Halloween Season
To celebrate Halloween, and just to all things scary, here are five spooky Latinx books that will creep you out–in the best way possible.