Latinx Lens

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.

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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.

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In this episode, Cat and Rosa review Yes Day, Raya and the Last Dragon, Godzilla vs. Kong and Howard Original from Natalie Rodriguez.

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In this episode, Rosa and Cat dive into Gael García Bernal's select filmography. Gael is a Mexican actor and producer. We discuss three of his films including:

THE MOTORCYCLE DIARIES (2004)

THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP (2006)

EVEN THE RAIN (2010)

And this week's Latinx Lens Recommends film is TORTILLA SOUP (2001).

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In this Latinx Lens review episode, Rosa and Cat share their thoughts on the 2021 Oscar nominations, Cat discusses her 2021 SXSW Virtual Film experience and both dive into Zack Snyder's "Justice League."

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Alfonso Cuarón

In this episode of Latinx Lens Catherine and Rosa look at three films directed by Alfonso Cuarón.

"Great Expectations" (1998)

This second Hollywood directed film is an adaptation of Charles Dicken's classic story. Although it's his least critically acclaimed film, there seems to be some early signs of his unique filmmaking style.

"Y Tu Mamá También (2001)

Cuarón decides to return to his native country following the unfortunate experience he had filming Great Expectations. The film puts on full display Cuarón's abilities as a well-rounded filmmaker. Not only does he direct this film, but he also writes it. This film would be responsible for making Cuarón a household name.

"Children of Men" (2006)

Perhaps Cuarón's best film yet, this movie cements his Cuarón as one of the best directors currently working. Bending established genre's, this film challenges the definition of a disaster film by bending it with Sci-fi elements and breaking some elements from both genres. This isn't only Cuarón's best film yet, but one of the best films of all time.

The Latinx Lens recommends for this episode is "Like Water for Chocolate" (1992). Directed by Alfonso Arau (this is the episode of the Alfonso's), this film would become the go to film representing Mexico to the world. It has a unique yet memorable story highlighting the importance of tradition, food, family relationships and forbidden love.

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In this episode, Rosa and Cat discuss three Netflix television shows that represent a variety of Latinx representation that is not only universal, but also hits close to home.

"Rompan todo: La historia del rock en América Latina" (2020)

Soda Stereo, Café Tacvba, Aterciopelados and other rock bands are featured in this chronicle of 50 years of rock and roll in Latin America, through dictatorships, disasters and dissent.

"Julie and the Phantoms" (2020)

Teenager Julie finds her passion for music and life while helping the Phantoms, a trio of ghostly guys, become the band they were never able to be.

"Gentefied" (2020)

In Los Angeles, three Mexican-American cousins chase the American Dream, even while that dream threatens the things they hold most dear, including their neighborhood, their immigrant grandfather and the family-owned taco shop.

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In this episode Cat and Rosa highlight the one and only Tessa Thompson. They discuss her work on three films and ending with our newly revamped Latinx Lens Recommends.

• Sorry to Bother You (2018) Set in an alternate present day version of Oakland, where telemarketer Cassius Green discovers a magical key to professional success, propelling him into a universe of greed. Thompson portrays Detroit, Cassius' romantic interest.
• Annihilation (2018) A biologist signs up for a dangerous, secret expedition into a mysterious zone where the laws of nature don't apply. Lena, a biologist and former soldier, joins a mission to uncover what happened to her husband inside area X, a sinister and mysterious phenomenon that is expanding across the American coastline. Once inside, the expedition discovers a world of mutated landscapes and creatures, as dangerous as it is beautiful, that threatens both their lives and sanity. Tessa plays Josie, a physicist, and although her role isn't grand her performance certainly is memorable.
• Sylvie's Love (2020) When a young woman meets an aspiring saxophonist in her father's record shop in 1950s Harlem, their love ignites a sweeping romance that transcends changing times, geography, and professional success. Thompson stars alongside Nnamdi Asomugha as the delightful Sylvie.
• For Latinx Lens Recommends we look at La Historia Oficial "The Official Story" (1985). An upper-class Argentinian woman begins to suspect that the daughter she and her husband have adopted may be one of the children of the purged political of the ruling junta. The first Latin American film to win the Academy Award for Best Foreign picture.

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In this episode Cat & Rosa talk about their virtual experience at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival.

• Coda
• Judas and the Black Messiah
• Playing with Sharks
• Eight for Silver
• Son of Monarchs
• Rita Moreno documentary
• Homeroom
• Mass
• Writing with Fire
• Summer of Soul

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In this episode Catherine and Rosa review six Latin American films, five are selected from their respective country for the International category for this year's Academy Awards. The sixth film depicts an important message through a unique narrative.

Bacurau - This Brazilian film sadly isn't its country selection to compete for a spot at the Academy Awards, but it doesn't make any less of an impactful film. Following a group of residents at the hidden city of Bacurau and their response to a series of unusual events that have been unfolding as of late. -- Available on VOD

The Sleepwalkers - Argentina's selection is a raw and difficult look into a family who are sleepwalkers. At the front of the film is a mother & wife who is on the verge of dedicating her time to becoming a writer. A fracture familial foundation decides otherwise and she's placed in a position of picking between her in-laws or her daughter. --

Once Upon a Time in Venezuela is Venezuela's selection to compete in the category. A documentary filmed in a period of 7 years shining a light on a community that's in danger of existence due to sedimentation. Politics, cultural festivities, daily routines, socioeconomic status and more are explored as time runs out for this community. -- Available on VOD

I'm No Longer Here Is Mexico's selection and it's endorsed by Alfonso Cuaron and Guillermo del Toro. If that doesn't spark an interest, I don't know what will. Following a young man who's forced to immigrate to New York after a misunderstanding with a local gang, this film explores community, culture, alienation, familial relationships, identity, culture shock and more. -- Available on Netflix

The Mole Agent is Chile's representative and it follows an 80 year old man who's hired to investigate a possible elders abuse situation in a home. A film that starts as an investigative narrative evolves into a harsh reminder to value our elders and to give them the attention and care they need. A sweet, moving, heartwarming and eye opening documentary. -- Available on Hulu

La Llorona is Guatemala's entry and this is a new (and improved) interpretation of the well known myth. Incorporating into a social narrative, Bustamante's approach is a smart and a heartbreaking look into an Indigenous genocide thats often never talked about. -- Available on Shudder

La Llorona L.A Times Article by Carlos Aguilar referenced in the episode

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2020-08-19/la-llorona-rigoberta-menchu-guatemala?_amp=true

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