“Thy Will Be Done” Refuses to Whisper in the Best Way
In an era obsessed with prestige television, there is something refreshing about a film like “They Will Be Done” that leans into pulp.
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“Outlander” Is Ending, but the Journey Continues
The final season of “Outlander” begins, but in this universe, stories may end, but the sense that another journey remains always endures.
Netflix’s “Parque Lezama” Celebrates Dignity in Old Age
True to the original play’s spirit, but with a delightfully Argentine identity, “Parque Lezama is a lucid and heartfelt defense of old age.
I Guess There Are Non-Latinx Films at Sundance Too
Sundance selects 8-15 feature films from our community per year, but what happens at the non-Latinx part of the festival? I investigate.
“Free Bert” Celebrates the Art of Not Fitting In
“Free Bert” succeeds because it understands a core comedic truth: Fitting in is overrated, and any attempt to do so is inherently ridiculous.
“The Musical” Is Warm, Devastating Satire
“The Musical” is all about critiquing white guys’ belief in their own greatness, even when the world is so clearly telling them otherwise.
Op-Ed: All the Dreams that Had to Come True to Make “Rendez-vous”
Being a film director isn’t easy. I had to toss aside all my “Plan Bs” to make “Rendez-vous” not just a dream, but a reality.
Berlinale Stunner “Narciso” Delves Into Sex, Rock n’ Roll, and Politics
“Narciso” is a timeless, quietly powerful film that meets the moment in tying the past with the present through the power of sound.
“Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires” Uses Culture as a Source of Empowerment
I don’t usually rent the latest Batman movie within days of its release, and I tend to prioritize drama and culture over action when selecting a film. But I love culture being used as a source of empowerment — and Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires is built entirely around that idea. Aztec Batman was made […]
“Scrubs” Revival Keeps The Heart Behind The Humor
The tenth season of “Scrubs” brings back the original soul, cast and foundation, gently inviting us to approach life with more lightness.