When looking at the Latinx cinematic canon, Patricia Riggen and Patricia Cardoso are two shining examples of the power of Latina directors.
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Real Women Have Curves
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Justicia and CulturaWhat We're Watching
Latina Eldest Daughters Need a New Narrative
by Ces Herediaby Ces HerediaFrom real life to TV and movies, eldest daughters have to carry everyone’s burdens and expectations and still keep it together.
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10 Latina-Led Movies To Watch Ahead of International Women’s Day
As we get close to International Women’s Day (March 8), let’s take a moment to highlight some feel-good Latina-led films.
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A Conversation with “Real Women Have Curves” Writer Josefina López
by Ces Herediaby Ces Heredia“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.
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Why This Latina Relates to the White ‘The Lost Daughter’ Like Nothing Before
After seeing ‘The Lost Daughter,’ I understand myself and my family better, even as I wish for more stories on this topic, particularly Latinx ones.