“Past Lives” Is a Mediation on (Immigrant) Sacrifice Wrapped in a Love Story
I see myself in “Past Lives.” Like the Oscar-nominated film’s heroine Nora, I’ve equated falling in love with losing control for so long.
Awards
Sundance Winner “Sujo” Honors Mexican Youth
“Sujo,” an emotionally arresting film by Mexican filmmakers Astrid Rondero and Fernanda Valadez premiered at Sundance to great acclaim.
Celebrating “Mozart in the Jungle” on Its 10th Anniversary
Ten years after its release, the dysfunctional musical family of “Mozart in the Jungle” still holds a special place in our hearts.
Director Lila Avilés Explores Grief Through a Child’s Eyes in “Tótem”
As a child, the Mexican filmmaker behind “Tótem,” Lila Avilés spent a lot of time alone – an experience she now brings to the big screen.
Sundance Winner “In the Summers” Is A Poignant Picture About Dads, Daughters, and Development
Alessandra Lacorazza’s semi-autobiographical film “In the Summers” is about two sisters who visit their alcoholic father (aka Residente).
Women Make Hollywood Money – So What’s the Hold Up?
With “Barbie” and “The Color Purple,” women made Hollywood money, lots of it. So perhaps we’ll finally see the representation numbers move.
15 Latinx Sundance Titles to Watch For
Don’t let anyone tell you Latinx people don’t make films. We do – and every year there’s a bevy of movies starring, directed, and centering people at Sundance. Do we then get invited to the right meetings and receive big Hollywood deals that put our stories in front of audiences around the world? If you […]
“The Crown,” a Royal Soap Opera with Historical Undertones, to the End
At the end of the first episode of Netflix’s The Crown Season 6, Princess Diana (Elizabeth Debicki) enters her Kensington Palace rooms. She finds them filled with red and fuschia roses. A small case is on the table. It contains a beautiful watch of gold and diamonds, a present from her latest love interest – […]
Celebrating Gael García Bernal on His 45th Birthday
Today Gael García Bernal celebrates his 45th birthday and we’re taking the day to re-watch some of his best performances.
As a Journalist, “The Morning Show” is Like Coming Home
Watching “The Morning Show” brought back memories of my time at a leading network: cutthroat politics, campy newsroom drama, and perfect hair.