“Sugarcane” and the Systemic Abuse of Indigenous Children
“Sugarcane” shows how state-funded, Catholic-run schools abused and killed tens of thousands of Indigenous children across North America.
Sundance 2024
Finding Frida at Sundance
Frida Kahlo is an indisputable icon. An artist whose identity and image have surpassed her work positioning her into the higher echelon of cult status. But how well do we know the woman behind her infamous self-portraits? The true magic of Kahlo is her accessibility while at the same time remaining elusive. This dichotomy drove […]
Latine Filmmakers Shine at Sundance 2024
This year, LatinaMedia.Co’s co-founders, Cristina Escobar and Nicola Schulze, attended the Sundance Film Festival in snowy Park City. It’s the ultimate gathering of Hollywood storytellers, stars, and fans. On Main Street, deals are made, stars mingle supplying the occasional selfie, and everyone’s a little high, thanks to the altitude. We were encouraged to see so […]
Sundance Winner “In the Summers” Is A Poignant Picture About Dads, Daughters, and Development
Alessandra Lacorazza’s semi-autobiographical film “In the Summers” is about two sisters who visit their alcoholic father (aka Residente).