So because of colonization, Latin America wants us all to be white, and the U.S., in their effort to include but also differentiate us in their media, have pigeon-holed the entire community into being the same shade of mestizo brown. But the reality is much more beautiful and complex.
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#TheLatinaPress is a monthly newsletter, dishing up the top stories, trends, and media conversations by and for Latinas. In Issue 3, we get into ‘In the Heights,’ Pride, immigration, and so much more!
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With Colombian-American actor Rachel Zegler cast as Snow White in the upcoming remake, I can’t help but feel excited for Zegler, the film, and the future of Latinx representation in Hollywood.
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LatinaMedia.Co co-founders Cristina Escobar and Nicola Schulze are here to help you untangle what happened with ‘In the Heights,’ appraise the film’s importance, and add a bit to the conversation.
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Correction: The Latinx Community Does Not Agree on ‘In the Heights’
The Latinx community DOES NOT agree on In the Heights and that’s a good thing – let’s confront the colorism in our community and hold even our heroes/stars/favorites accountable.
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First of all, ‘Sylvie’s Love’ is good. This Tessa Thompson-led picture matches its beauty with a sweet, simmering love story and smart social commentary.