“The Brothers Sun” Powerfully Portrays Matriarchy, Family, and Chisme
…the least show of affection from his parents, who must take on the most responsibility, and who must set aside his own desires and feelings at the expense of his…
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"Brandy Hellville" Is Shocking, But Not Surprising
…featured former employees, who come across as earnest and thoughtful, describe wanting to court the attention of Brandy’s Instagram account, designed to encapsulate the essence of the ultimate cool girl,…
I Lived the "Problemista" Immigrant Maze
…doctor. Not a software designer, nothing that anybody’s gleefully handing out visas for. No, an aspiring maker of toys.” In reality, the conversation happens over the phone between her and…
“One Hundred Years of Solitude” And Other Latin Classics Coming to Netflix in 2024
…Oscar winner for El laberinto del fauno, is in charge of production design. Pedro Páramo (Netflix Film) In 2021 and as part of the #QueMéxicoSeVea initiative, Netflix announced the film…
A Love Letter to Selena Quintanilla
…seven years old when I first saw the movie. I remember being blown away by the big voice of such a young girl, the dazzling outfits that she designed herself,…
Media Still Prefers Hypersexualized Latinas – Especially in Miami
…trope. Infantilizing while also sexualizing women is certainly not a new trend. The hypersexualized Latinas trope is popular because it plays to that. Their characters are desirable but aren’t trying…
Why We Need "Homeland," A Mental Health Chronicle
…of responsibility and protectiveness towards her, possibly stemming from a desire to guide and nurture her talents. However, beneath this facade of benevolence lies a subtle undercurrent of ego-driven decision-making….
Uncomfortable, Intimate SXSW Film “Malta” Portrays a Different Colombian Experience
…never seems to be judging Mariana. Instead, it simply presents her and her desire for escape and rebellion – things that are typical for Colombian youth across generations. Santa remembers…
Why "Designing Miami" is Latinx TV Excellence
…both Sire Designs and Raymond Nicolas deliver. It Shows That Our Culture is in Everything Designing Miami isn’t just a treat for those who love interior design, real estate, and…
"Past Lives" Is a Mediation on (Immigrant) Sacrifice Wrapped in a Love Story
…In defiance of her true desires (if she even is in tune with what those are), she does what she deems necessary: she breaks her own heart. Watching my parents…