Why I’m Excited for Selena Gomez’s Latinx Sixteen Candles
The Latinx Sixteen Candles is a chance to celebrate our culture and provide representation that is much more nuanced than the original.
Representation
Encanto’s Oscar Win is a Win for Latin Representation
‘Encanto’s’ Oscar win shows those in power should do everything they can to ensure that media is a true reflection of humanity’s multiculturalism.
5 Films Based on Epic Moments in Latinx History
There is a problem with Latinx representation in film and history books. These five historical Latinx films help right that wrong.
In Celebration of Maya Lopez from ‘Hawkeye’
With ‘Hawkeye’s’ Maya Lopez, Marvel invests in representing a deaf and amputee character of color. And that’s a win for all of us.
12 Groundbreaking Latinx TV Shows
To celebrate the inclusion and portrayal of Latinxs on TV and to inspire much more to come, we are sharing 12 groundbreaking Latinx TV shows you should know about.
Three Indigenous Women on ‘Rutherford Falls’
We admit it, we’ve been falling hard for Rutherford Falls. Created by Navajo and Mexican American Sierra Teller Ornelas, it’s rare to have a show that centers the modern Indigenous experience. It also happens to be funny, witty, and full of great performances. But honestly, who cares what we think? The real experts here are Indigenous women. So in a break from our traditional, What Latinas Have to Say, we’ve rounded up Native journalists covering the show.
“Los Espookys” is the Perfect Show for this Ironic, Faux Start of Fall
Before the days get too short and your TV options too vast, spend a few hours enjoying “Los Espookys.” It’s the antidote to this moment.
Dolor y Esperanza: Finding Hope after El Paso
In fear and frustration. Under attack. After El Paso, we find hope as more women of color, trans and nonbinary people rise up.
Why I’ll Miss “Jane the Virgin:” Empathy, Representation, Sex, and More
“Jane the Virgin” is officially over and with it goes the ability to escape into the Villanueva’s compassion-filled world.
It’s Time To Stop White-Casting Period Pieces
I’ll never forget when my mom showed me my first period piece. I was 10 years old and the film was The BBC’s Pride and Prejudice miniseries (the best version of the Jane Austen classic, no other arguments will be considered) starring Jennifer Ehle as Elizabeth Bennet and Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy. From the moment my […]