Did Disney’s “The Slumber Party” Bring Back The DCOM?
The Disney Channel Original Movie made a huge impact on me and that’s why it was so fun for “The Slumber Party” to awaken my inner preteen now
What We’re Watching
“Aristotle and Dante” Director Aitch Alberto on Her Heartfelt Film
A beautiful, meditative film, “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe” both is and is not the typical coming-of-age story.
DC’s “Doom Patrol” Laid the Groundwork for “Blue Beetle”
If you want a show that delicately balances trauma, social justice, allyship, alternative families, and comedy, then watch “Doom Patrol.”
“The Summer I Turned Pretty” Brought Us Together… Again
Growing up, my cousins and I devoured “The Summer I Turned Pretty” book series and now the show has us debating Belly’s choices again.
“An Unforgettable Year – Summer” Shows Truths About Carnival
In many ways a typical teen romance, “An Unforgettable Year – Summer” weaves in deeper themes by using Carnival as a connecting thread.
Why Monk Is an OCD Superhero to Me
As someone who has OCD, I find comfort in “Monk,” which portrays neurodivergence as both a hindrance and a gift.
Latinos Resilient Amid Strike With “Blue Beetle”
“When we get hit, we get stronger.” This single line from “Blue Beetle” encompasses an entire culture, celebrating Latinos’ grit.
As a Latina, I Hate Che Díaz. Here’s Why.
Che Diaz, the first Latinx main character in the SATC franchise, is a queer cliché and that’s not the type of representation we need.
How Hulu’s “This Fool” is Addressing Men’s Mental Health
“This Fool” depicts men contending with mental health issues and that makes it one of the most significant shows for Latinx culture.
Imelda Is Not Alone
One of the most powerful moments of Imelda is Not Alone, a documentary short directed by award-winning Salvadoran filmmaker Paula Heredia, is seeing a young rape victim handcuffed to her hospital bed accused of attempted murder after accidentally giving birth in a toilet to a child she didn’t know she was carrying. The scene introduces […]