Maddy Perez Won “Euphoria” (While the Show Itself Lost)
“Euphoria” spent seven years breaking its women – Maddy Perez didn’t get the memo. Praise be to Alexa Demie.
What We Are Watching
The Latinxs Who Made “Project Runway” the Success It Is
Ever since its premiere in 2004, the reality show Project Runway has been a fashionista favorite. Each season, a group of fashion designers competes against each other in challenges to ultimately show at New York Fashion Week and win it all. More than 20 seasons later, the show is still busy showcasing talent, including some […]
“The Devil Wears Prada 2” Seeks to Right Capitalism’s Role in Art
“The Devil Wears Prada 2” swaps the fairy tale for a critique of the news (and arts) crisis with a splash of philanthrocapitalism.
Premiering at LALIFF, “Mataron a Pedro” Revisits Puerto Rico’s Colonial Wounds
Premiering at LALIFF, “Mataron a Pedro” reopens a conversation Puerto Rico has never truly gotten a chance to finish.
Five Films to Catch at LALIFF 2026
For its 25th year, LALIFF 2026 is pulling out all the stops, bringing in JLo and showing films covering a wide range of themes and tones.
Indie “Café Chairel” Gives My Mexican Hometown the Movie Treatment
Seeing my hometown of Tampico, México on screen in “Cafe Chairel” healed a little piece of me. It’s the comfort movie I didn’t know I needed.
I (Sort of) Lived “People We Meet on Vacation”
I fell in love with my best friend in middle school. And just like “Poppy in People We Meet on Vacation,” I found myself running away.
“Club Kid” Wows at Cannes With Queer Authenticity
Club Kid is a triumph. And Diego Calva? He’s just getting started. Thankfully, A24 scooped up the rights, so we’ll all be seeing it soon.
“Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed” Finds Dark Comedy in Online Scams
More than a thriller, “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed” dives into our modern experiences of loneliness, online connection, and sex work.
“Margo’s Got Money Troubles” Should Focus More on the Art
“Margo’s Got Money Troubles” is braver in its premise than in its follow-through, glossing over too much of its heroine’s creative process.