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Rosa Parra of Latinx Lens joins me to discuss Jayro Bustamente's chilling modern depiction of La Llorona! Follow Rosa on Twitter! https://www.twitter.com/rosasreviews Check out my reviews on The Nerd Corps' website! https://www.thenerdcorps.com Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for content about film and physical media along with the video version of this episode! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCskObJvYYEQ_gqKDf3gi-7A Follow me on Twitter and let's talk movies! https://twitter.com/thenerdychicano  Follow me on Letterboxd to check out what I am watching! https://letterboxd.com/TheNerdyChicano/  Follow me on Instagram and let's be friends! https://www.instagram.com/thenerdychicano/  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecinemacondition/message

Wipe the Cheeto dust off your fingers and join Guti, Ismael, and Ron in welcoming film critic Rosa Parra to the show as we discuss Eva Longoria's 2023 dramedy biopic Flamin' Hot. You can follow Rosa Parra at the following places - Rosa at The Daily Chela: https://www.dailychela.com/author/rosa-parra/ Rosa on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/rosasreviews/ Rosa on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosasreviews Listen to Rosa on Latinx Lens: https://latinxlens.libsyn.com/ Follow Reel Latinos on social media - Reel Latinos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reellatinos/ Reel Latinos on Twitter: https://twitter.com/reellatinos Guti on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/cgreviews/ Ismael on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ivm/ Ron on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ronjimenez/ Tono No Mata on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/tononomata

EPISODE 146: In 2001 Hollywood changed in a major way as a new wave of franchise hopefully hit the multiplexes. To tackle this massive year Jason recruits two former guests to form a triple threat. Will he side with Robert Yaniz Jr from Crooked Table or Catherine Gonzales from Shuffle Online and Latinx Lens? FILMS Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Monsters, Inc Shrek Ocean's Eleven HOST: Jason Binge Movies comes to you from the last video store in the universe. Store manager Jason and his guests rank and review movies to determine which are most worthy of preservation for all time. At Binge Movies the very strange, deeply analytical, and highly ridiculous meet to make a movie review show unlike any other. Become a Patron Binge Movies Merchandise  Elite Patrons: Heather Sachs Joe Buttice  Pete Nerdrovert  Dan Kawecki

In this episode, Rosa and Catherine discuss Marvel Studios' "Moon Knight" limited series available on Disney Plus. Steven Grant (Oscar Isaac) discovers he's been granted the powers of an Egyptian moon god. But he soon finds out that these newfound powers can be both a blessing and a curse to his troubled life. Support us on Patreon! Save 10% on your order at Super Yaki with the code SUPERLATINXLENS at checkout: www.superyaki.com  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode Rosa and Catherine are excited to introduce a new segment to the podcast - retro reviews from films that don't quite fit the normal Latinx Lens programming but have impacted their unique film lens. And what better way to introduce this than a double feature of an oldie, but goodie, "Top Gun" and the hotly anticipated sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick."  Save 10% on your order at Super Yaki with the code SUPERLATINXLENS at checkout: www.superyaki.com  Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

On this crossover episode the hosts of Latinx Lens join Tamarindo to talk about media representation, the SNL “Peek-A-Pico” skit, and how we found our voice as Latina-led podcasts.  We start the conversation with an acknowledgement of the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas and we send our deepest condolences to the families facing the unimaginable pain of losing a loved one to this country's mass shooting problem.  Are you an LGBTQ+ woman? We want to encourage you to please take the National Women's Community Survey. It's the first national survey of its kind, designed to capture the experiences of LGBTQ+ women, especially Latinx, Black, Indigenous people, and folx of color.  Visit www.lgbtqwomensurvey.org and get started today.   About our guests: Catherine Gonzales and Rosa Parra are the co-founders and co-hosts of the Latinx Lens podcast, dedicated to highlighting Latino representation and contribution in film and television, as well as reviewing an array of films all through their unique Latina lens. They're both Cherry  Picks & Rotten Tomatoes-approved film critics. Rosa is based in Los Angeles, CA and Catherine in Austin, TX.  This episode of Tamarindo features music from the band Making Movies from their new album XOPA coming out June 17th.  Learn more about them: https://www.makingmovies.world/about Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on race, gender, politics, representation, and life!  Brenda and  Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards produced our theme song. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com   Contribute to the show: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tamarindopodcast1 Save 10% on your order of books from Latina-owned Xolo Books with the code TAMARINDO at checkout: xolobooks.com   Follow Tamarindo on instragram @tamarindooidcast and on twitter at @tamarindocast  Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter @Shelli1228 Follow Brenda on twitter at @BrendaRicards   A little more about our guests: Rosa is a Chicana Rotten Tomatoes-approved film critic, co-founder and co-host of Latinx Lens. She is a member of the Hollywood Critics Association, The Online Association of Female Film Critics and Latino Entertainment Journalists Association and advocates for representation, diversity and inclusion.   Catherine graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor's degree in Radio-Television-Film in 2012. She works in the local Austin film industry by day and is the co-founder and co-host of the Latinx Lens podcast. She is a member of the Hollywood Critics Association, The Online Association of Female Film Critics and is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved film and television critic.    Social Handles: Instagram:  www.instagram.com/rosaparra2018 www.instagram.com/thingscatloves www.instagram.com/latinxlens Twitter:  www.twitter.com/rosasreviews www.twitter.com/thingscatloves www.twitter.com/latinxlens Latinx Lens website:  www.latinxlens.com 

We welcome Catherine from Latinx Lens to discuss this British dystopian romantic tragedy that is referred to within as "the most Ben movie ever". Along the way we discuss our love of Alex Garland and the wonderful script, the effect that this movie had on us morally and emotionally, and them bangs on Keira Knightley. Then, the group tries to describe the art that proves clones don't have a soul. IDYP Twitter IDYP Instagram

In this episode, Latinx Lens review four theatrical releases including:  - Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore - Ambulance - The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent - The Northman Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Latinx Lens shares Catherine's SXSW red carpet interview with the directors and select cast from "Everywhere Everything All At Once."  You'll listen to interviews from:  The Daniels Michelle Yeoh Ke Huy Quan Stephanie Hsu Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode of Latinx Lens, Rosa and Cat dive into SXSW 2022 from both a virtual and in-person lens. They discuss four films from the SXSW Film Festival 2022:  "Everything Everywhere All At Once" (2022) Directors: The Daniels The film is a hilarious and big-hearted sci-fi action adventure about an exhausted Chinese American woman (Michelle Yeoh) who can't seem to finish her taxes. "Cha Cha Real Smooth" (2022) Director: Cooper Raiff A man who works as a bar mitzvah party host strikes up a unique friendship with a young woman and her teenage daughter. "Still Working 9 to 5" (2022) Directors: Camille Hardman & Gary Lane Discussing the impact of the 1980 comedy "9 to 5" four decades later and how its message about women in the workplace has retained its original poignancy.   "A Vanishing Fog" (2021) Director: Augusto Sandino It is based on a guardian of the mountains who is condemned by his fate and strives to protect the fragile ecosystem he inhabits while caring for his ailing father. Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Rosa Parra from LatinX Lense a rotten tomato approved critic stops by with her Oscar pics.  We recorded this a while back but since we are on hiatus we saved it so some of the takes might not have aged well...

In this Latinx Lens review episode, Rosa and Cat review four films.  *Spoiler warning* "Moonfall" (2022) Dir. Roland Emmerich The world stands on the brink of annihilation when a mysterious force knocks the moon from its orbit and sends it hurtling toward a collision course with Earth. With only weeks before impact, NASA executive Jocinda "Jo" Fowler teams up with a man from her past and a conspiracy theorist for an impossible mission into space to save humanity. "Uncharted" (2022) Dir. Ruben Fleischer Treasure hunter Victor "Sully" Sullivan recruits street-smart Nathan Drake to help him recover a 500-year-old lost fortune amassed by explorer Ferdinand Magellan. What starts out as a heist soon becomes a globe-trotting, white-knuckle race to reach the prize before the ruthless Santiago Moncada can get his hands on it. If Sully and Nate can decipher the clues and solve one of the world's oldest mysteries, they stand to find $5 billion in treasure but only if they can learn to work together. "Dog" (2022) Dir. Channing Tatum & Reid Carolin With a dog named Lulu by his side, Army Ranger Briggs races down the Pacific Coast to make it to a soldier's funeral on time. Along the way, Briggs and Lulu drive each other completely crazy, break a handful of laws, narrowly evade death, and learn to let down their guards to have a fighting chance of finding happiness. "The Cursed" (2022) Dir. Sean Ellis In 19th century France, a man arrives in a remote country village to investigate an attack by a wild animal. However, he soon discovers a much deeper and sinister force that has the manor and the townspeople in its grip. Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Latinx Lens reviews four films from the 2022 Sundance Film Festival: "God's Country" Dir. Julian Higgins When a grieving college professor Sandra (Thandiwe Newton) confronts two hunters she catches trespassing on her property, she's drawn into an escalating battle of wills with catastrophic consequences. "Downfall: The Case Against Boeing"  Dir. Rory Kennedy Examining the months since the tragedies, which caused global panic in March 2019 after two new aircrafts crashed within five months, killing 346 people. "After Yang"  Dir. Kogonada In a near future, a family reckons with questions of love, connection, and loss after their A.I. helper unexpectedly breaks down. "Dos Estaciones"  Dir. Juan Pablo González In the bucolic hills of Mexico's Jalisco highlands, iron-willed businesswoman Maria Garcia fights the impending collapse of her tequila factory. Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Latinx Lens interviews Puerto Rican Los Angeles-based composer René G. Boscio about his journey into film composing and his work on the Sundance Film Festival thriller comedy, "Emergency."  René reunites with director Carey Williams for "Emergency" – the pair previously collaborated on the drama "R#J."  Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen    

Latinx Lens interviews "Mija" director Isabel Castro and Doris Muñoz. "Mija" premiered at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival.  Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Sundance Film Festival 2022 coverage continues for Rosa and Cat. In this episode, they review four films:  "Mija"  Dir. Isabel Castro Doris Muñoz desperately longed for better representation in the indie music she listened to as a teenager. At 23, she took matters into her own hands and began a career in music talent management, passionately advocating for rising Latinx artists. Her swift success transformed her into a pillar for a community of first- and second-generation Americans seeking collective acceptance and healing through song. When Doris receives news that forces her to reconsider working in music, she finds Jacks Haupt, an auspicious young singer eager to break out of her parent's home in Dallas, Texas. Beyond the sweet moments of joy, glitter, and hope, Doris and Jacks share the ever-present guilt of being the first American-born members of their undocumented families. For them, the pressure of financial success is heightened because it facilitates green card processing and family reunification. "Riotsville, USA"  Dir. Sierra Pettengill A a poetic and furious reflection on the reaction of a nation's citizens and institutions to the rebellions of the late 1960s. This artful, riveting documentary consists entirely of archival footage that was shot by the United States military or appeared on broadcast television. "Nothing Compares"  Dir. Kathryn Ferguson Since the beginning of her career, Sinéad O'Connor has used her powerful voice to challenge the narratives she was surrounded by while growing up in predominantly Roman Catholic Ireland. Despite her agency, depth, and perspective, O'Connor's unflinching refusal to conform means that she has often been patronized and unfairly dismissed as an attention-seeking pop star. "Fire of Love"  Dir. Sara Dosa Katia and Maurice Krafft loved two things — each other and volcanoes. For two decades, the daring French volcanologist couple were seduced by the thrill and danger of this elemental love triangle. They roamed the planet, chasing eruptions and their aftermath, documenting their discoveries in stunning photographs and breathtaking film to share with an increasingly curious public in media appearances and lecture tours. Ultimately, Katia and Maurice would lose their lives during a 1991 volcanic explosion on Japan's Mount Unzen, but they would leave a legacy that would forever enrich our knowledge of the natural world. Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Latinx Lens is attending the virtual Sundance Film Festival 2022! The festival runs January 20 to January 30.  In this episode, Rosa and Cat dive into two documentaries premiering at the festival:  "La Guerra Civil"  Dir. Eva Longoria Bastón In 1996, Oscar De La Hoya, the charismatic golden boy from East LA, challenged Mexican-born boxing legend Julio César Chávez in what was billed as the “ultimate glory” fight. Mexicans on both sides of the border were forced to choose their favorite champ: the record-holding immigrant from humble beginnings, or the younger and more marketable Olympian born in the U.S. These rivals felt the pressure to prove their athletic superiority, while the fans' choice of champion revealed the type of Mexican they aspired to be. The film features detailed archival footage and enthusiastic interviews with Chávez and De La Hoya to illuminate a story that transcends language, heritage, and interests. "Tantura"  Dir. Alon Schwarz The tape-recorded words “erase it” take on new weight in the context of history and war. When the state of Israel was established in 1948, war broke out and hundreds of Palestinian villages were depopulated in its aftermath. Israelis know this as the War of Independence. Palestinians call it “Nakba” (the Catastrophe). In the late 1990s, graduate student Teddy Katz conducted research into a large-scale massacre that had allegedly occurred in the village of Tantura in 1948. His work later came under attack and his reputation was ruined, but 140 hours of audio testimonies remain. The now elderly ex-soldiers recall unsettling acts of war while disquietly pausing at points they either don't remember or won't speak of. Audio from Katz's 20-year-old interviews cuts through the silence of self-preservation and exposes the ways in which power, silencing, and protected narratives can sculpt history. Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

In this Latinx Lens reviews episode, Rosa and Cat review:  "Spider-Man: No Way Home" (2021) Dir. Jon Watts Our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man's is back! With Peter Parker's identity now revealed, the web slinger can no longer separate his normal life from his super hero identity.  Peter seeks help from Doctor Strange and the consequences of this request bring about their own challenges.  "The Matrix Resurrections" (2021) Dir. Lana Wachowski We're back down the rabbit hole with another entry into "The Matrix" franchise. Neo must find out if his reality is a physical or mental construct.  "The Matrix Resurrections" is streaming on HBO Max.  "Don't Look Up" (2021) Dir. Adam McKay In this star studded apocalyptic satirical thriller, two low-level astronomers go on a giant media tour to warn mankind of an approaching comet that will destroy planet Earth.  "Don't Look Up" is streaming on Netflix.  Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Latinx Lens reviews and discusses the Harry Potter 20th Anniversary special: Return to Hogwarts. Cat and Rosa talk about their connection with the Harry Potter franchise, the reunion special format and the things they learned from the cast, 20 years later.  Return to Hogwarts streams on HBO Max on January 1, 2022.  Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Latinx Lens reviews three recent films including:  "West Side Story" (2021) Dir. Steven Spielberg Love at first sight strikes when young Tony spots Maria at a high school dance in 1957 New York City. Their burgeoning romance helps to fuel the fire between the warring Jets and Sharks, the two rival gangs vying for control of the streets. "Being the Ricardos" (2021) Dir. Aaron Sorkin In 1952, Hollywood power couple Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz face personal and professional obstacles that threaten their careers, their relationship, and their hit television show. "Nightmare Alley" (2021) Dir. Guillermo del Toro In 1940s New York, down-on-his-luck Stanton Carlisle endears himself to a clairvoyant and her mentalist husband at a traveling carnival. Using newly acquired knowledge, Carlisle crafts a golden ticket to success by swindling the elite and wealthy. Hoping for a big score, he soon hatches a scheme to con a dangerous tycoon with help from a mysterious psychiatrist who might be his most formidable opponent yet. Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Latinx Lens interviews Mexican-Canadian filmmaker Gigi Saul Guerrero about her latest film, "Bingo Hell" available on Amazon Prime Video.  Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Retrospective: Jason and Rosa from Latinx Lens revisit a star-studded hit film lost to the sands of time. How does Vanilla Sky play 20 years later?  Host: Jason Guest: Rosa  Elite Patrons: Chris Williams LIMITED EDITION TEES AVAILABLE Join Our Patreon! Sponsor an Episode

Latinx Lens interviews Chilean filmmaker Pablo Larraín about his latest film, "Spencer."  Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Latinx Lens reviews three films including:  "The Last Duel" (2021) "Bingo Hell" (2021) "Eternals" (2021) Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

Latinx Lens reviews three films that include:  "The Harder They Fall" (2021) "Red Notice" (2021) "Finch" (2021) Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

The Dark Universe might have been dead on arrival, but 1999's The Mummy remains just as beloved as ever. More than two decades later, fans continue to revisit Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz's sweeping adventure. On this episode, Catherine Gonzales of Latinx Lens joins the show as we talk about the film's influence on modern blockbusters, its iconic cast of unforgettable characters, and how well it holds up by today's standards. SYNOPSIS The Mummy is a rousing, suspenseful and horrifying epic about an expedition of treasure-seeking explorers in the Sahara Desert in 1925. Stumbling upon an ancient tomb, the hunters unwittingly set loose a 3,000-year-old legacy of terror, which is embodied in the vengeful reincarnation of an Egyptian priest who had been sentenced to an eternity as one of the living dead. Connect with Crooked Table Productions on social media: Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Instagram

On this last episode of the year, Brenda and Ana Sheila invite some friends to reflect on the best books, shows, movies, and moments of 2021.   You'll hear Catherin and Rosa of Latinx Lens, a podcast where two Latinas talk about Latino representation & contribution in film & television while also reviewing an array of films all through their unique Latina lens, check them out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/latinx-lens/id1518650275   We also talked to Jackie Gonzalez from Traviesa Reading Club, you can follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/traviesa_readingclub/?hl=en Brenda spoke to Eddie Carmona, Campaign Director at the National Immigrant Law Center to get a recap of 2021 in terms of immigration policy. To get involved with NILC, go to:  https://www.nilc.org/action/ https://www.nilc.org/get-involved/waystogive/   Follow NILC on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @NILC   Tamarindo podcast is the Latinx show where hosts discuss politics, pop culture, and how to balance it all con calma, hosted by Brenda Gonzalez and Ana Sheila Victorino. Join us as we delve into discussions on culture, politics, identity, representation, and life!  Brenda and  Ana Sheila are executive producers of Tamarindo podcast with production support by Mitzi Hernández and Augusto Martinez, of Sonoro Media. Jeff Ricards provides original music. If you want to support our work, please rate and review our show here. You can get in touch with us at www.tamarindopodcast.com   Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter @Shelli1228 Follow Brenda on twitter at @BrendaRicards Follow AnaSheila on instagram @la_anasheila and twitter@Shelli1228

In this week's episode, Melissa and Desiree interview two special guests Rosa & Catherine from Latinx Lens! Rosa is a Chicana Rotten Tomatoes approved film critic, and co-founder & co-host of Latinx Lens. A podcast/website dedicated to highlighting Latinx representation and contribution in film & television they also review newly released films through their Latina lens. She's a proud member of various critic associations including HCA (Hollywood Critics Association), LEJA (Latino Entertainment Journalists Association) and OAFFC (Online Association of Female Film Critics). Catherine is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor's degree in Radio-Television-Film. She works in the Austin film industry by day and is a Cherry Picks approved film and television critic by night. In 2020, she co-founded the Latinx Lens podcast to highlight the contributions of Latinos in film and television.

This week's returning guest is film critic and co-host of the LatinX Lens Podcast, Rosa Parra.This episode features reviews of the technically incredible one take film One Shot (2021) as well as Netflix's biggest movie ever, the Rock/Ryan Reynolds/Gal Gadot vehicle Red Notice (2021).The topic Rosa picked was 5 Awesome LatinX Films.You can listen to LatinX Lens here and follow Rosa on Twitter here.If you want more of the Force Five Podcast:Click here to follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/forcefivepodClick here to follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/forcefivepodcastClick here to follow on Letterboxd: https://www.letterboxd.com/forcefive

Latinx Lens interviews the creator of the Netflix animated series "Maya and the Three" Jorge Gutiérrez.  Jorge discusses the inspiration for Maya, representation and a bit of his own journey in Hollywood.  "Maya and the Three" is streaming on Netflix! Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa and Cat introduce Latinx Lens Interviews - a new segment to the podcast!  Cat chatted with director/writer/producer Lissette Feliciano about her debut feature film, "Women is Losers," representation and much more.  Watch "Women is Losers" on HBO Max and listen to our review of the film in Episode 45. Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa and Cat dive into three recent films:  "Mass" (2021) Directed by Fran Kranz Two couples meet for a painful and raw conversation in the aftermath of a violent tragedy. "Dune" (2021) Directed by Denis Villeneuve Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet's exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence, only those who can conquer their own fear will survive. "Women is Losers" (2021) Directed by Lissette Feliciano In 1960s San Francisco, a once-promising catholic school girl, Celina Guerrera, sets out to rise above the oppression of poverty and invest in a future for herself that sets new precedents for the time. Now streaming on HBO Max Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode Rosa and Cat dive into Óscar Isaac Hernández Estrada. You might know him simply as Oscar Isaac.  Rosa and Cat discuss three of his films:  "Balibo" (2009) Directed by Robert Connelly Roger East (Anthony LaPaglia) and Jose Ramos-Horta (Isaac) travel to East Timor to investigate the Balibo Five murders. "Inside Llewyn Davis" (2013) Directed by Joel and Ethan Coen In 1961 New York City, folk singer Llewyn Davis (Oscar Isaac) is at a crossroads. Guitar in hand, he struggles against seemingly insurmountable obstacles to make a name for himself in the music world, but so far, success remains elusive. Relying on the kindness of both friends and strangers, Llewyn embarks on an odyssey that takes him from the streets of Greenwich Village to a Chicago club, where awaits a music mogul who could give him the big break that he desperately needs. "Ex Machina" (2014) Directed by Alex Garland Caleb Smith (Domhnall Gleeson) a programmer at a huge Internet company, wins a contest that enables him to spend a week at the private estate of Nathan Bateman (Oscar Isaac), his firm's brilliant CEO. When he arrives, Caleb learns that he has been chosen to be the human component in a Turing test to determine the capabilities and consciousness of Ava (Alicia Vikander), a beautiful robot. However, it soon becomes evident that Ava is far more self-aware and deceptive than either man imagined.   Latinx Lens Recommend Film   "Tigers Are Not Afraid"    Directed by Issa López   When a girl's mother disappears leaving her on her own, she goings a gang of street children, leading to a tragic chain of events.   Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen  

The Alchemist join a gang of kids and try to survive the horrors of Tigers Are Not Afraid.  Key Elements: Blood Line,  Wishing Chalk, Floor Fish Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/filmalchemistpod Find Rosa on social media: @rosareviews and @latinxlens Find her podcast Latinx Lens:   https://latinxlens.com/    

How do you provide your perspective in the space that you occupy? In episode 65 of Ellas, I talk with Rosa Parra about providing her Latinx Lens in film criticism. Rosa is a Chicana Rotten Tomatoes-approved film critic, co-founder, and co-host of Latinx Lens (one of my favorite film podcasts). She is also a member of various critics associations and advocates for representation, diversity, and inclusion. Listen to this episode to discover the movies that inspired her to continue pursuing her science degree, sparked her interest to begin her film criticism journey and the one that pushed her to provide her much-needed Latinx lens in the industry.    Read the blog here -*-*-*- Follow Rosa! Follow Rosa on Twitter Follow Rosa on Instagram Follow Rosa on Letterboxd Listen to Latinx Lens Follow Latinx Lens on Instagram Follow Latinx Lens on Twitter Support Latinx Lens on Patreon Email Latinx Lens Check out Rosa's reviews on Rotten Tomatoes   Continue the conversation Website Instagram LinkedIn Check out our podcast services Advertise with Ellas Media Subscribe to our Newsletter Support Ellas on Buy Me a Coffee Our podcast theme song is from Sro Our music is from Epidemic Sound, start your free trial

In this episode Rosa and Cat review three films:  CRY MACHO (2021) Dir. Clint Eastwood  A onetime rodeo star and washed-up horse breeder, in 1978, takes a job from an ex-boss to bring the man's young son home and away from his alcoholic mum. Crossing rural Mexico on their back way to Texas, the unlikely pair faces an unexpectedly challenging journey, during which the world-weary horseman may find his own sense of redemption through teaching the boy what it means to be a good man. Streaming on HBO Max THE EMPTY SPACE (2020) Dir. Andrew Jara Aimee Andrews deals with grief and anxiety after a violent attack. BLOOD POSITIVE (2021) Dir. Alejandro Montoya Marín Two sisters track down and torture a man which they suspect is their estranged father. And Cat reviews:  NO TIME TO DIE (2021) Dir. Cary Joji Fukunaga James Bond has left active service. His peace is short-lived when Felix Leiter, an old friend from the CIA, turns up asking for help, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology. VENOM: LET THERE BE CARNAGE (2021) Dir. Andy Serkis Eddie Brock attempts to reignite his career by interviewing serial killer Cletus Kasady, who becomes the host of the symbiote Carnage and escapes prison after a failed execution. Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves  Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa talks about her virtual TIFF 2021 experience and lists her Top 10 Films of the festival.  Rosa and Cat review Titane.  Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa and Cat chat about Hispanic/Latinx Heritage month and what the term Latinx means to them. And they review three films:  Kate (2021) on Netflix  Slipped a fatal poison on her final job, a ruthless Tokyo assassin has less than 24 hours to find out who ordered the hit and exact revenge. Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed (2021) on Netflix  TV host Bob Ross ("The Joy of Painting") brings joy to millions as the world's most famous art instructor. However, a battle for his business empire casts a shadow over his happy trees. Cinderella (2021) on Amazon Prime Video Written and directed by Kay Cannon, it stars singer Camila Cabello as the title character in her acting debut, alongside Idina Menzel, Minnie Driver, Nicholas Galitzine, Billy Porter, and Pierce Brosnan. Support us on Patreon!  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In episode 27 of the Busting the Block podcast, Catherine Gonzales of Latinx Lens joins Ryan and Kevin to discuss the action-adventure sequel, The Mummy Return. They talk about the film's aging CGI, the Scorpion King, Rick and Evelyn's relationship, sympathy for the villain, and so much more.   Follow our hosts on Twitter: Ryan's Twitter - @ryanmcquade77 Kevin's Twitter - @Klee_FilmReview Catherine's Twitter - @thingscatloves The Show's Twitter Page - @BustingTheBlock   Music for this Episode: On A Quest Alan Silvestri- The Legend of the Scorpion King   Listen to the show on the following platforms: iTunes Spotify

In this episode, Rosa and Cat discuss the Mexican cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki and three of his films:   THE BIRDCAGE (1996) A gay cabaret owner and his drag queen companion agree to put up a false straight front so that their son can introduce them to his fiancée's right-wing moralistic parents.   THE TREE OF LIFE (2011) The story of a family in Waco, Texas in 1956. The eldest son witnesses the loss of innocence and struggles with his parents' conflicting teachings.   SLEEPY HOLLOW (1999) Ichabod Crane is sent to Sleepy Hollow to investigate the decapitations of three people, with the culprit being the legendary apparition, The Headless Horseman.   Latinx Lens Recommend film is IDENTIFYING FEATURES (2020) by Mexican director/producer/writer Fernanda Valadez. It's about a woman tries to find her son's whereabouts after he leaves Mexico to find work in the United States.   Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

This episode of "...In Four Films" is a treat. I bring on the co-creator of the Latinx Lens podcast, a Rotten Tomatoes-certified Chicana critic, mother of four, scientist and bonafide badass, Rosa Parra. She pursues accurate and diverse film representation, enjoys well-crafted escapism and lives by a simple maxim: If you're gonna do something well, you gotta put in the work to learn the most about it. || TIMESTAMPS: PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: AT WORLD'S END - 5:40. COCO - 25:07. STAND AND DELIVER - 49:06. WONDER WOMAN - 01:19:54 || ||Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews & @LatinxLens. Follow me on Twitter: @berriospodcast || Dulcet Tones: "No Man's Land" - Wonder Woman OST

In this episode, Rosa and Cat review five films: THE NIGHT HOUSE (2020) in theaters Reeling from the unexpected death of her husband, Beth is left alone in the lakeside home he built for her. She tries as best she can to keep it together – but then nightmares come. THE PROTEGE (2021) in theaters Rescued as a child by the legendary assassin Moody, Anna is the world's most skilled contract killer. However, when Moody is brutally killed, she vows revenge for the man who taught her everything she knows. REMINISCENCE (2021) in theaters and on HBO Max Nick Bannister, a private investigator of the mind, navigates the alluring world of the past when his life is changed by new client Mae. A simple case becomes an obsession after she disappears and he fights to learn the truth about her. PAW PATROL: THE MOVIE (2021) in theaters and on @ParamountPlus Ryder and the pups are called to Adventure City to stop Mayor Humdinger from turning the bustling metropolis into a state of chaos. SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS (2021) in theaters September 3 Shang-Chi, the master of unarmed weaponry-based Kung Fu, is forced to confront his past after being drawn into the Ten Rings organization. Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa and Cat review four recent releases:   VAL (2021) streaming on Amazon Prime PIG (2021) in theaters and on demand JUNGLE CRUISE (2021) in theaters and streaming on Disney+ THE GREEN KNIGHT (2021) in theaters   Warning: There are spoilers!   Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa and Cat review these films: ANNETTE (2021) is currently playing in theaters and streams on Amazon Prime on August 20 FREE GUY (2021) in theaters August 13 THE SUICIDE SQUAD (2021) in theaters and streaming on HBO Max VIVO (2021) streaming on Netflix Warning: There are spoilers! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa and Cat dive into writer/director Janicza Bravo's filmography. After reviewing, ZOLA (2021) we needed to see more of Bravo's work.  LEMON (2017)  Four short films that can be watched on the Criterion Channel: GREGORY GO BOOM (2013) PAULINE ALONE (2014) WOMAN IN DEEP (2016) MAN ROTS FROM HEAD (2017) Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa and Cat review four films and Cat reviews five recent releases.  OLD (2021) SNAKE EYES (2021) JOLT (2021) THE SOUND OF THE WIND (2020) THE GREEN KNIGHT (2021) Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa and Cat review these films and series:   GUNPOWDER MILKSHAKE (2021) streaming on Netflix To protect an 8-year-old girl, a dangerous assassin reunites with her mother and her lethal associates, The Librarians, to take down The Firm, the ruthless crime syndicate that her mother worked for. These three generations of women must learn to trust each other, stand up to The Firm and their army of henchmen, and raise hell against those who could take everything from them.   SUMMERTIME (2020) in theaters Directed by Mexican-American Carlos López Estrada, Summertime takes place over the course of a hot summer day in Los Angeles as the lives of 25 young Angelenos weave in and out of each other's stories. They express life, love, heartache, family, home, and fear through poetry. One of them just wants to find someplace that still serves good cheeseburgers.   FEAR STREET TRILOGY (2021) streaming on Netflix In 1994, a group of teenagers discover the terrifying events that have haunted their town for generations may all be connected and they may be the next targets. Based on R.L. Stine's best-selling horror series, the Fear Street trilogy follows Shadyside's sinister history through a nightmare 300 years in the making.   THE FOREVER PURGE (2021) in theaters and available to stream on demand July 23 Adela and her husband, Juan live in Texas, where he works as a ranch hand for the wealthy Tucker family. Juan impresses the Tucker patriarch, Caleb, but that fuels the jealous anger of his son, Dylan. On the morning after the Purge, a masked gang of killers attacks the Tuckers, forcing both families to band together and fight back as the country spirals into chaos.   Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode, Rosa and Cat discuss three films featuring Mexican-American actor and two-time Academy Award winner, Anthony Quinn:   LAWRENCE OF ARABIA (1962) Lawrence, a lieutenant in the British Army, is asked by Colonel Brighton to moderately assess Faisal, their ally. Lawrence is impressed with Faisal and seeks his help to plan an attack on the enemy.   ZORBA THE GREEK (1964) An uptight English writer traveling to Crete, on a matter of business, finds his life changed forever when he meets the gregarious Alexis Zorba.   LUST FOR LIFE (1956) The revered Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh possesses undeniable talent, but he is plagued by mental problems and frustrations with failure. Supported by his brother, Theo, the tormented Van Gogh eventually leaves Holland for France, where he meets volatile fellow painter Paul Gauguin and struggles to find greater inspiration.   Revisit our previous episode about the film, Viva Zapata, that also stars Anthony Quinn: https://latinxlens.libsyn.com/5-viva-zapata-mucho-mucho-amor-and-inmate-1-the-rise-of-danny-trejo   Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

We're back! Did you miss us? :) In this episode, Rosa and Cat review these films: ZOLA (2021) in theaters Based on the viral Twitter thread, Zola, a Detroit waitress, strikes up a new friendship with a customer, Stefani, who seduces her to join a weekend of dancing and partying in Florida. What at first seems like a glamorous trip full of “hoeism” rapidly transforms into a 48-hour journey involving a nameless pimp, an idiot boyfriend, some Tampa gangsters and other unexpected adventures in this wild, see-it-to-believe-it tale. THE TOMORROW WAR (2021) streaming on Amazon Prime Time travelers arrive from 2051 to deliver an urgent message: 30 years in the future mankind is losing a war against a deadly alien species. The only hope for survival is for soldiers and civilians to be transported to the future and join the fight. Determined to save the world for his daughter, Dan Forester teams up with a brilliant scientist and his estranged father to rewrite the planet's fate. NO SUDDEN MOVE (2021) streaming on HBOMax Set in 1954 Detroit, a group of criminals are brought together under mysterious circumstances and have to work together to uncover what's really going on when their simple job goes completely sideways. BLACK WIDOW (2021) in theaters and steaming on Disney+ Natasha Romanoff, aka Black Widow, confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down, Natasha must deal with her history as a spy and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger. Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

To go along with my print review of "In the Heights," I'm pleased to be joined by fellow critic Rosa Parra of the Latinx Lens podcast to dig more into the Latino perspective on the film, as well as have a larger discussion on representation. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, Rosa and Cat review three films:  LUCA (2021) now streaming on Disney+ Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, the original animated feature is a coming-of-age story about one young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta and endless scooter rides. HITMAN'S WIFE'S BODYGUARD (2021) now in theaters!  The world's most lethal odd couple, bodyguard Michael Bryce (Ryan Reynolds) and hit man Darius Kincaid (Samuel L. Jackson), are back for another life-threatening mission. Also starring Salma Hayek and Antonio Banderas RITA MORENO: JUST A GIRL WHO DECIDED TO GO FOR IT (2021) now in select theaters! The remarkable life and 70-year career of singer, actress and dancer Rita Moreno.   Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this special 1-year anniversary episode, Rosa and Cat look back at the beginning of Latinx Lens, how they've grown as reviewers and people  and what they've learned about representation.  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen  

In this episode, Rosa and Cat review three films: THE CONJURING: THE DEVIL MADE ME DO IT (2021) streaming on HBO Max and in theaters BLUE MIRACLE (2021) streaming on Netflix PLAN B (2021) streaming on Hulu   Before they dive into the reviews, Rosa talks about her experience attending the Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF). She briefly discusses these films: WOMAN IN THE BOOK THE BEST FAMILIES AT LAST MALINCHISTA AMERICAN EXILE RITA MORENO: JUST A GIRL WHO DECIDED TO GO FOR IT IN THE HEIGHTS   WARNING: There are spoilers!   Timestamps: [00:01] Intro [02:15] Rosa's LALIFF recap [30:35] The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It [41:44] Blue Miracle [55:34] Plan B [1:38:16] Outro   Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen

In this episode of Latinx Lens, Rosa and Cat discuss three films from Colombian writer/director/producer Patricia Cardoso: Real Women Have Curves (2002), Meddling Mom (2013) and Lies in Plain Sight (2010). Latinx Lens Recommend film is Güeros (2014) by Mexican director Alonso Ruizpalacios. Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen.

Joining me today is a Rotten Tomatoes approved critic and a podcaster in her own right, the wonderful Rosa Parra. A member of the Hollywood Critics Association, the Latino Entertainment Journalist Association, GALECA, and a fellow member of the Online Association of Female Film Critics, Rosa is also the co-founder and co-host of Latinx Lens. In her fun and informative podcast and companion website, Rosa focuses on highlighting Latinx representation and contributions in film and television. Additionally, Rosa, along with her co-writers and co-hosts, review all films with their unique Latinx Lens, lending a vital underrepresented perspective on cinema. An endlessly kind and supportive Twitter presence, I was so pleased to welcome her to this podcast to discuss three of the most vital filmmakers of the past 30 years, three gifted Mexican filmmakers whose groundbreaking work ushered in the Mexican New Wave in the 1990s, and three good friends who collectively call themselves the Three Amigos. The men to whom I'm referring are, of course, the marvelous Alfonso Cuarón, Guillermo del Toro, and Alejandro González Iñárritu, whose rich films inspire and challenge not just film fans but also each other. In this celebratory yet highly analytical feature-length episode, Rosa and I take a look at two movies from each director to compare and contrast their films and styles, and also chat about their collaborators, while taking the rest of their work into consideration as well. Whether it's Cuarón's unique one-two punch of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Children of Men, del Toro's feminist fantasies Crimson Peak and The Shape of Water, or the gritty realism of Iñárritu's Amores Perros and 21 Grams, Rosa and I explore it all. Needless to say, this episode is a must for film geeks! Enjoy.Theme Music: Solo Acoustic Guitar by Jason Shaw, Free Music ArchiveOriginally Posted on Patreon (6/3/21) here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/52077664

In this episode of Latinx Lens, Rosa and Cat reviews the latest films: Blast Beat (on VOD), Cruella (in theaters & Disney+), Army of the Dead (on Netflix) and A Quiet Place Part II (in theaters now and Paramount+ on July 12)   WARNING: There are spoilers!   Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen.

What's Up Cinemaniacs! Join Larry and Josie from the Cinemania World Team with special guest Rosa from Latinx Lens as they review the highly anticipated musical In the Heights. If you don't know for already, In the Heights from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jon M Chu follows the story of Usnavi as he grinds and sings toward a better life in Washington Heights. Find out we thought of the long awaited film! Follow us: Facebook Twitter Instagram Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play Stitcher Messy Castbox Blubrry  Follow Larry (LC Screen Talk): Twitter Youtube Follow Josie (Film Posers): Twitter Film Posers Follow Rosa: Twitter Cinemania World Merch: Teepublic  Mikayla Miller Fundraiser: Donate Here

In this special episode of Latinx Lens, Rosa and Cat are joined by social media manager Sarah to discuss the upcoming film, In The Heights. The team brings their unique perspectives to share what they loved (and didn't love) about the musical. WARNING: There are spoilers! In the Heights comes out in theaters and on HBO Max on June 11.   Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Follow Sarah on Twitter and Instagram @sarahmvasquez Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen.

In this episode, Rosa and Cat dive into three films from Oscar nominee and actress Rosie Perez: Fearless (1993), The 24 Hour Woman (1999) and Birds Of Prey (2020). Latinx Lens Recommend film is Retablo (2017), a Peruvian drama. Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen.

In this episode, Rosa and Cat review some new releases from HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video and Netflix.  They dive into HBO Max's short film, "For Rosa" and the "Mortal Kombat" reboot. They chat about the newest Tom Clancy film "Without Remorse" featuring Michael B. Jordan and get emotional with Netflix's animated family film, "The Mitchells vs. The Machines."  "Selena the Series: Part 2" is briefly mentioned, but you can find their full review at Pod Clubhouse.  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! For more reviews and podcast episodes visit LatinxLens.com.  And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @LatinxLens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen.  

In this episode, Rosa and Cat dive three films from Academy Award-winning director, writer and producer Alejandro González Iñárritu. "Amores Perros" (2000), "Babel" (2006) and "The Revenant" (2015) and Latinx Lens Recommend film, "Mosquita y Mari" (2012) form director/writer, Aurora Guerrero.  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @LatinxLens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen.

In this episode, Rosa and Cat predict the 2021 Oscar winners in all 23 categories! Who will win? We'll find out on Sunday, April 25th.  Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram @LatinxLens Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram @rosasreviews Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast network Theme Music by David Rosen.      

On this special episode, Cat from Latinx Lens and Shuffle The Pod joins me to give our predictions for the 93rd Academy Awards, happening on Sunday, April 25th. As in previous years, we'll just cover a selection of the Oscar categories for the sake of time, but we discuss what should win, what will win and what we think should have been nominated for those coveted Oscars.

The History and Legacy of “Mystery Science Theater 3000”,  continues its final chapter: The Next Generation! We're talking the stacked cast and crew assembled to make MST3K: The Return. Award-winning composers, nerd royalty, legendary comedians, cult designers, and even former Brains.And what does any of this have to do with the first (and only) “Weird Al” movie, “UHF”? You'll find out when you press play! Plus, another installment of the Coolness Chronicles Community Outreach guest-starring Rosa from one of my favorite podcasts, Latinx Lens, joins me for a talk about inspiration, representation, and the 2019 film “La Llorona”. Join your wonky yet affable host!Check out Latinx Lens at https://latinxlens.libsyn.com/ This Week's Recommendation(s): “Bone” (1972)For every single episode at least a week early and great WEEKLY bonus episodes, become a Patreon subscriber. For only $5 you can help keep the show alive and enjoy some quality laughs in the process: https://www.patreon.com/coolnesschronicles https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-coolness-chronicles/id1431611476https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-coolness-chronicles?refid=stprhttps://open.spotify.com/show/0sONU9Bdsq35PwO8mE3jVThttp://www.buzzsprout.com/200242Twitter: @coolnesspodryan, Instagram: @thecoolnesschronicles, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coolnesspodryan Theme Music by: Bildschirm (bildschirm.bandcamp.com) The clips featured in this podcast were for critical review and parody, which are protected under the Fair Use laws of the United States Copyright Act of 1976. All rights are reserved and acknowledged.  “UHF” by ‘Weird Al' Yankovic. ℗©1989 Volcano EntertainmentSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/coolnesschronicles)

In this episode, Brandon talks with Rosa Parra of Rotten Tomatoes and Latinx Lens about representation in film!Listeners can support Brandon at https://www.dailychela.com/subscribe. Follow Brandon on Twitter at https://twitter.com/b2thamax. Follow Brandon on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/b2thamax. Follow Brandon on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRENdixkfVt6NHkwFH02fUw. Follow Brandon on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BrandonLoranMaxwell. Support the show (https://www.dailychela.com/blmshow/)

It's time for your Daly Dose of Nostalgia. Today, Adam Daly of Daly Notes (Presented by Almost Sideways) and his wife, Arlette. talk about the 1997 film - Selena! We are also joined by Larry of LC Screen Talk, Rudy's Movie Reviews and Catherine Gonzales of Latinx Lens - who also share their thoughts on the film and the legendary singer! Check out Rudy's Review of Selena here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LShnWa-X-8U Subscribe to LC Screen Talk - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZD3vpMQ3U7HPvblheCuJw

Intersections with Phil Allen, Jr. Episode:  003; “The Latinx Lens: Keeping Faith in the Face of Injustice” Airdate:   October 19, 2020 Length:    1:12:43 Guest(s):  Pastor Inés Velásquez-McBryde How do you sustain your faith when injustice arrives at the intersection of race, culture and theology? Intersections with Phil Allen, Jr. addresses this challenge in this week's episode, “The Latinx Lens: Keeping Faith in the Face of Injustice.” Joining us for this lively conversation is our guest, Inés Velásquez-McBryde, who describes herself as “a pastor, reconciler and imperfect follower of Jesus.” More specifically, McBryde is Chaplain at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA, and received her Master of Divinity degree from Fuller's School of Theology. She is also co-founder with Pastor Bobby Harrison of The Church We Hope For, a southern California-based church which continues its growth and outreach online in spite of the global pandemic. Equally assured in her voice and her faith, McBryde was introduced to injustice early in life. Working in her youth as a translator for American missionaries in her native Nicaragua, McBryde saw first-hand the debilitating impact of systemic racism. In “The Latinx Lens: Keeping Faith in the Face of Injustice,” McBryde discusses her background as a Nicaraguan-American, her commitment to her faith and shares the tools she uses to battle injustice whenever and wherever it appears. In a journey punctuated by trauma and shattering revelations within her faith, McBryde continues to represent herself and her faith as a woman, as Latinx and a woman of color, and as a leader with a voice and vision. Join us for “The Latinx Lens: Keeping Faith in the Face of Injustice” on Intersections with Phil Allen, Jr. ____________ Phil Allen, Jr. is a Los Angeles-based pastor, social justice activist, filmmaker and author. His book Open Wounds explores the murder of Nate Allen—Phil Allen's grandfather—in the Jim Crow era of South Carolina and how that traumatic event resonated through generations of his family. Open Wounds – which is based on the Allen-produced documentary of the same name – will be published in February 2021. Allen is a Ph.D. student studying Christian ethics at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA.

Today Rosa is back and we are talking about the first film CRONOS from director Guillermo del Toro. Check out Rosa's podcast Latinx Lens at https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9sYXRpbnhsZW5zLmxpYnN5bi5jb20vcnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi27emW58TrAhVaLs0KHfkJBkcQ4aUDegQIARAC&hl=en Follow Rosa on twitter at https://twitter.com/rosasreviews Check out Rosa's website https://rosasreviews.net/ Please follow us on itunes and leave you ratings and reviews https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-criterion-project/id1479953904 Follow us on anchor https://anchor.fm/criterionproject Please follow our twitter at https://twitter.com/criterionpod Our intro is written by Michael Lloret. Please use him for all your music needs https://www.michael-lloret.com/ Listen to Rachel's Reviews on Itunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rachels-reviews/id1278536301?mt=2 Follow Conrado's blog cocohitsny.wordpress.com/ Follow Conrado on twitter @CocoHitsNewYork Follow Rache's blog at rachelsreviews.net Follow Rachel on twitter twitter.com/rachel_reviews Follow Rachel on facebook www.facebook.com/smilingldsgirlreviews Listen to Hallmarkies Podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hallmarkies-podcast/id1296728288 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/criterionproject/support

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