“Boca Chica” Knows The Problem is Patriarchy But Doesn’t Offer Any New Solutions
There is a certain type of bravery to make a debut film like “Boca Chica,” which exposes the hyper-sexualization of Dominican girls.
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5 Must-Read Latinx Short Stories
Short stories are somehow gatekept in the literary world and overlooked by the masses. Novels remain overwhelmingly the most popular way to consume prose—but I don’t see why it has to stay that way. Short stories give us everything that makes novels great—compelling characters, realistic dialogue, and vivid imagery—but in a tidier format. The most […]
Q+A With Luna Lauren Vélez, Voice of Rio in “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”
As Miles’ mom, Luna Lauren Vélez is the heart of “Across the Spider-Verse,” and LatinaMedia.Co caught up with her to discuss the film.
Q+A With Claire Jiménez, Author of ‘What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez’
Claire Jiménez’s debut novel, “What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez,” follows the Ramirez family still reeling from daughter Ruthy’s disappearance.
TheLatinaPress Nº26: LALIFF, la Mente, y Pride
#TheLatinaPress is covering LALIFF, la mente, and Pride this month, proving once again just how diverse and beautiful our community is.
Annie Gonzalez Talks Being Among the Latinas Who Seasoned Up “Flamin’ Hot”
“Flamin’ Hot” is based on Richard Montañez, a Mexican janitor who rose from being a janitor to an executive at Frito Lay.
A Look at LIFE Film Festival, the Latina Independent Film Extravaganza
How often are you in a room surrounded by Latina filmmakers? Never? LIFE Film Festival (Latina Independent Film Extravaganza) is changing that
Six Latine Shows and People to Watch This Pride
People celebrate Pride in different ways but it’s always a good idea to support queer Latine representation in entertainment.
Quiara Alegría Hudes’ ‘My Broken Language’ is A Must-Read for Mixed Latinas
Not a day goes by that I don’t think about ‘My Broken Language,’ and I recommend it to anyone who asks me what they should read next.
I Took “Next Year in Havana” As A Sign
Chanel Cleeton’s “Next Year in Havana” is about two Cuban women from the same family facing challenges and changes in uncertain times.