Hollywood Should Learn from Latinx Broadway
In the Broadway musicals “Buena Vista Social Club” and “Real Women Have Curves,” there’s a breath of fresh air for our Latinx community.
Real Women Have Curves
Media Still Prefers Hypersexualized Latinas – Especially in Miami
A teenager once told me that, when he moved to Miami, he “thought everyone would look like Sofia Vergara.” He was surprised, and a little disappointed, to find that people here looked – normal. He was expecting all the hypersexualized Latinas he’d seen on TV. I didn’t have to ask what he meant. Miami, also […]
Two Iconic Latina Directors to Celebrate: Patricia Cardoso and Patricia Riggen
When looking at the Latinx cinematic canon, Patricia Riggen and Patricia Cardoso are two shining examples of the power of Latina directors.
Latina Eldest Daughters Need a New Narrative
From real life to TV and movies, eldest daughters have to carry everyone’s burdens and expectations and still keep it together.
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.
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.
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.