Meet Jose Pimienta, Author and Illustrator of “Halfway to Somewhere”
The creator of “Halfway to Somewhere” talks family dynamics, the importance of friendship, and learning about yourself.
Justicia and Cultura
Dear SNL, More Latino Representation, Please!
As SNL goes on to celebrate its 50th anniversary, I have one request: Give Latinos more opportunities in front of and behind the camera!
Explore Queer Love and Safe Spaces with “Ander & Santi Were Here”
“Ander & Santi Were Here” offers a wonderful counter-narrative to tragic tales of LBGTQ+ love and so is a great choice for Valentine’s Day.
Take it From a Mexican: “Emilia Pérez” is Trash
“Emilia Pérez” is yet another example of Mexican struggles and culture being exploited for the benefit and ego of non-Mexicans.
Lessons for Today from 1987’s “Born in East L.A.”
The 1987 film, “Born in East L.A.” satirizes the blunt and often insensitive nature of immigration enforcement. Nothing’s changed.
The Press Should Stop Ignoring Latina Artists
Latina visual artists are overlooked, undervalued, and underpaid. The mainstream press ignores them, but not us at Latina Media Co.
Fernanda Torres and Brazil’s Complicated History with the Oscars
Fernanda Torres getting not just the Oscars nomination but win will avenge her mother’s loss and the Academy’s many snubs of Brazil.
We Need More Latina Superheroes
Here’s to the Latina superheroes who already exist and the ones we’re still waiting for. Because it’s about time we saved the world, too.
As Featured in “Sing Sing,” RTA Teaches More than Art
“The RTA program was the best thing that came to my life,” says a 59-year old Latina after being incarcerated for two decades.
2024 Superlatives in Latina Media
2024 was A YEAR. Looking back, here are our superlatives in Latina media – our favorites (and most random moments) of the year. Best Rom-Com: Música Staring our girl Camila Mendes and Brazilian filmmaker Rudy Mancuso, this SXSW and Prime Video rom-com has all the things. Beautiful people falling in love. A hilarious take on […]