5 Classic Cholo Films You Must See
These iconic Cholo films showcase Chicanos’ pride in our heritage, toughness in the face of violence, and love for our barrios.
Movies
Netflix’s “Christmas With You” is the Latinx Christmas Film of the Season
The latest batch of feel-good, predictable-yet-enjoyable holidays movies finally has a Latinx entry in Netflix’s “Christmas With You.”
We Can’t Stop Thinking About the Latinx Talent in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”
For Latinx fans, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” feels like a tribute to our roots, our history, and our culture.
A Conversation with “Real Women Have Curves” Writer Josefina López
“Being fat became like a way to say F you to society,” says “Real Women Have Curves” writer Josefina López upon the film’s 20th anniversary.
‘Do Revenge’ Fixes the Problem with My Favorite 00s Teen Movies
‘Do Revenge’ is the perfect mix of everything my younger self wanted in a teen movie: impeccable outfits, drama, and a complex Latina lead.
What ‘Book of Love’ Gets Wrong About Mexican Women
“Book of Love” turns out to be just one more instance of Hollywood portraying Mexican women as “spicy,” sex-crazed, and shallow.
Keke Palmer Better Get Nominated For “Nope”
If you haven’t seen Jordan Peele’s latest work of art, Nope should be your next movie night. Aside from the mysterious extraterrestrial horror that will have you at the edge of your seat, what really makes this film shine is Keke Palmer.
Ten Years Later, It’s Time to Celebrate “Mosquita y Mari”
“Mosquita y Mari” is a special, one-of-a-kind gem for our community. Ten years after its premiere, it’s time we should honor it as such.
5 Takeaways from Jennifer Lopez Doc ‘Halftime’
If you need some motivation, check out our five lessons from the Jennifer Lopez (or should I say Jennifer Affleck?!) documentary ‘Halftime.’
‘Father of the Bride’ Shines with Cultural Specificity
When I was little, all I could look forward to in terms of rom-coms or family comedies were movies like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days or The Parent Trap. All classics for their time, but now I’m grateful for films with BIPOC creatives at the fore. Father of the Bride is one […]