SXSW’s “Switch Up” Brings an Easy Latinidad to US Rom-Coms
In the SXSW rom-com “Switch Up” the moral of the story is to pay it forward says its star Julieth Restrepo and director Tara Pirnia.
Films
“La Bachata de Bionico” Is a Compelling, Dark Comedy About Addiction
With the contradiction in its lead’s claims of love and intent to quit drugs, “La Bachata de Bionico” is funny, feeling real yet heightened.
4 Iconic Oscar Isaac Roles to Celebrate His 45th Birthday
Whether as an understated indie star or a cocky fighter pilot, Oscar Isaac has proven that his is a genuine and undeniable talent.
The Short List of the 8 Oscar-Nominated Women Directors
These eight women directors deserve to be celebrated for their Oscar nominations but there should be so, so many more of them.
“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.
“La Guagua Aérea” and the Not So Promised Land
The 1993 film, “La Guagua Aérea,” is a classic story about [e]migration, delving into issues of identity, cultural pride, and assimilation.
“Igualada” Director Juan Mejía Botero Believe a New Type of Politic is Possible
Juan Mejía Botero, director of “Igualada,” talks about making a film about Colombia’s first Black woman vice president, Francia Márquez.
Klaudia Reynicke’s “Reinas” Re-Writes the Immigration Movie
Making “Reinas” was a homecoming for writer/director Klaudia Reynicke, which is ironic because the Sundance film is about the act of leaving.
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.
Interview: Ariana DeBose Finds “I.S.S.” Role “Liberating”
Ariana DeBose sat down with LatinaMedia.Co to talk about her new film “I.S.S.,” life since her Oscar win, and how she chooses roles.