‘Simón’ Portrays and Works to Heal Venezuelan’s Collective Wound
Talking with the director of “Simón,” Diego Vicentini, it’s clear his guilt, like that of many Venezuelans abroad, is palpable in the film.
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“Furiosa” is A Sprawling Epic of Grief and Rage
“Furiosa” is not just a post-apocalyptic prequel, but a film that explores the consequences of how we treat each other in chaotic times.
In “Babes,” Parenthood and Pregnancy Are No Easy Trip
Ilana Glazer and Michelle Buteau star in “Babes,” a refreshing buddy comedy that poignantly and fearlessly depicts motherhood.
Five Thriller Films for “American Horror Story: Delicate” Fans
“American Horror Story: Delicate” makes motherhood bone-chillingly scary. For similar frights, check out our list of what to watch next.
“One Life” and Its Parallels with Palestinian Children
“One Life,” about rescuing Czech children during the Holocaust, had me whispering “never again” and wondering where these heroes are today.
I Lived the “Problemista” Immigrant Maze
“Problemista” depicts the immigrant experience as an impossible maze paved by money. And that’s accurate – take it from someone who lived it.
“The Devil Never Sleeps” at 30: Lourdes Portillo’s Family Mystery Endures
The late, great Lourdes Portillo’s presence and willingness to lean into ambiguity make “The Devil Never Sleeps” a classic to catch now.
On Its 20th Anniversary, I Wish “Spanglish” Made Me Proud
I speak Spanglish with pride but when I look back at the 2004 film I adored as a kid, I just can’t get over the casting of Spaniard Paz Vega.
“Radical” Reminds Us A Teacher (and A Child) Can Change The World
Based on a true story, “Radical” sets out to switch up the narratives around underprivileged brown kids from the frontera.
“The Long Game” Celebrates A History More of Us Should Know
When Humberto G. Garcia attended San Felipe High School in Del Rio, Texas, he didn’t learn about the Miracle Five–the Mexican-American golf team who won the state championship in 1957. It wasn’t until he was at a local golf tournament in 2008 that he learned about the teen champs, saying at a recent event, “In […]