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In this episode of Latinx Lens Catherine and Rosa look into the filmography of Guillermo del Toro. One of the most acclaimed directors currently working in Hollywood, del Toro is responsible for the existence of many beloved films. In this episode they take a look at his first three directed feature films.

CRONOS (1993) Guillermo del Toro's directorial debut is a strong introduction into the imagination of this Oscar winning director. Follows a man who becomes obsessed with an ancient scarab that gives him youth. It's an intriguing look of familial relationships, religious symbolism, and a bold interpretation of a monster.

THE DEVIL'S BACKBONE (2001) This second film visits a historical time in Spain. Taking place in an orphanage, this film depicts the spoils of war. A group of children who become orphans as a result of the war become frightened with the presence of a ghost roaming the area. Again, an intriguing depiction of monsters.

PAN'S LABYRINTH (2006) Perhaps his most well known film that's also critically acclaimed. Follows Ofelia post Spanish Civil war and her discovery of a fantastical magical labyrinth.

Latinx Lens Recommends: MACARIO (1960) The first Mexican film to be nominated for an Academy Award in the Foreign (International) category. Macario is a peasant who's faced with a difficult decision when 3 deities ask him to share his food.

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In this episode Catherine and Rosa about The Crown season 4. How they became interested in the show and their overall thoughts of the newest season. They also answer questions from the listeners.

The Crown season 4 is now streaming on Netflix.

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In this episode Rosa & Cat take an in-depth look at the career of Raúl Juliá. The man who's known as Gomez Addams had a long challenging journey before that role. Analyzing three films with his documentary functioning as reference, this episode takes a look at Juliá's unfortunate short-lived career.

KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN (1985) A gay man and a political leader are together in a prison. The gay man narrates the stories of two fake movies of his own life. Juliá portrays Valentin alongside William Hurt's Luis Molina. This film is the first to earn an actor an academy award (Hurt) for depicting an openly gay man in film. This may be the film that catapulted Raúl Juliá into the spotlight. Kiss of the Spider Woman is available in its entirety on YouTube.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY (1991) In the film that would immortalize Juliá as Gomez Addams, this beloved film follows the Addams family in their search for their long lost uncle Fester (Lloyd). This family comedy showcases the uniqueness and importance of family. The Addams Family is available for rental on any rental platform.

THE BURNING SEASON (1994) is based on the true story of Brazilian rubber tapper, Chico Mendes who leads his people in protest against the government and developers who want to cut down their part of the rainforest for a new road and ranch land. The rich and the powerful will stop at nothing, and frequently resort to murder. This would be the last film that Raúl Juliá would star in. Filming while fighting the disease that would eventually take his life, he was honored posthumously with a Golden Globe and Emmy award for his portrayal as Mendes.

The Burning Season is available in its entirety on YouTube.

RAÚL JULIÁ: THE WORLD'S A STAGE (2019) is the documentary highlighting the Juliá's extraordinary career from his beginnings in his beloved Puerto Rico to his last films in Hollywood. Narrated by family members, former coworkers, and current noticeable Latinx actors, who were influenced by Juliá's work, this film is bound to open many viewers to the versatility and well rounded talent Raúl Juliá was. This documentary isn't discussed in depth, but it's utilized as a resource by our hosts.

Watch on PBS or on Amazon Prime for purchase/rental.

Latinx Lens Recommends: EL SANTO VS LOS ZOMBIES(1961) Lastly, the duo give their thoughts on this week's Latinx Lens recommends. Followed by the next Latinx Lens recommends. Available in its entirety on YouTube.

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In this episode, Rosa and Cat review four films.

- "Habla Now" (2020) gathers a group a people from various backgrounds to discuss issues the Latinx community faces in the United States.

- "Vampires vs The Bronx" (2020) follows a group of friends fighting the invasion of vampires in their community. Now streaming on Netflix.

- "Millennium Bugs" (2021) follows two friends navigating their individual lives all within the Y2K chaotic environment.

- "Enola Holmes" (2020) looks at Sherlock's younger sister, Enola, and her adventure in search of her mother. Now streaming on Netflix.

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In this episode, Rosa and Cat highlight the groundbreaking Mexican director, Patricia Riggen.

In January 2019, the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative released a report analyzing the gender, race and age of directors across 1,200 top films from 2007 to 2018. Out of 1,200 films, only one film was directed by a Latina director, Patricia Riggen.

We examine three of her films:

UNDER THE SAME MOON (LA MISMA LUNA) (2007)

Single mother Rosario (Kate del Castillo) leaves her young son Carlitos (Adrian Alonso) in the care of his grandmother and illegally crosses the border into the U.S. She hopes to eventually make a better life for herself and her son but toils in a dead-end job as a cleaning lady in Los Angeles. When Carlitos' grandmother passes away some years later, he begins a difficult and dangerous journey to join her.

GIRL IN PROGRESS (2012)

Grace (Eva Mendes) is a single mom who is often too busy juggling her job, bills and two love interests (Matthew Modine, Eugenio Derbez) to pay much attention to her daughter, Ansiedad (Cierra Ramirez). Inspired by the coming-of-age stories her English teacher (Patricia Arquette) introduces in class, Ansiedad decides to skip adolescence and jump-start her life without her mother. But, when the misguided plan unravels, Ansiedad and Grace must both learn that growing up means acting your age.

THE 33 (2015)

Disaster strikes on Aug. 5, 2010, as a copper and gold mine collapses in Chile, trapping 33 men underground. With more than 2,000 feet of rock in their way, members of a rescue team work tirelessly for 69 days to save the seemingly doomed crew. Beneath the rubble, the miners begin an epic quest to survive, contending with suffocating heat and the need for food and water. With family, friends and the rest of the world watching, it becomes a race against time and a true test of the human spirit.

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LATINX LENS RECOMMEND REVIEW

BLACK GOD, WHITE DEVIL (1964)

During yet another drought-blighted year in the sertão, the arid hinterland of the north-east Brazil, ranch hand Manoel kills his boss after a dispute over money. Manoel and his wife Rosa flee, but instead of finding freedom and happiness, or at least expiation, the pair fall prey in succession to the whims of a black preacher who operates far outside the orbit of the Catholic Church. Written and directed by Glauber Rocha

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Rosa and Cat are reviewing the latest movie releases through their Latinx Lens.

They discuss BILL AND TED FACE THE MUSIC, Christopher Nolan's TENET, Charlie Kaufman's I'M THINKING OF ENDING THINGS and Disney's MULAN.

Latinx Lens Recommend Film:

CYRANO DE BERGERAC (1950) starring the only Latinx actor to win the Oscar in a leading role, José Ferrer.

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In this episode, we highlight Rita Moreno, living legend and ground breaker for the Latinx community. She's one of 16 people to have achieved the prestigious EGOT distinction: Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony award winner.

We discuss her Oscar-winning role Anita in WEST SIDE STORY (1961), THE RITZ (1976) where she reprised her Tony award-winning role as Googie Gomez, and her TV roles in GOLDEN GIRLS (Season 2, Episode 26) and ONE DAY AT A TIME (Season 1, Ep 1 and Ep 2).

Our Latinx Recommend Film Review: MARIA CANDELARIA (1944) starring Dolores del Río and Pedro Armendáriz and recommend our next film.

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In this episode, Rosa and Cat are reviewing three latest releases from streaming and VOD.

DORA AND THE LOST CITY OF GOLD (2019) is now available on streaming platforms like Hulu and Amazon Prime.

THE TAX COLLECTOR (2020) is out on VOD and was controversial when the first trailer was released. How did it fare?

SONG WITHOUT A NAME (2020) is a Peruvian film from director Melina León.

Latinx Lens Recommends:

THE FUGITIVE (1947) starring Henry Fonda, Dolores del Río and Pedro Armendáriz

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Rosa and Cat talk about the trailblazing U.S. Latinx director Robert Rodriguez. He's sought to make films his way, from his lens, that have been both universal and groundbreaking for Latinx representation on-screen and behind-the-scenes.

Films discussed in the podcast:

DESPERADO (1995)

THE FACULTY (1998)

SPY KIDS (2001)

Latinx Recommend Film:

THE RING (1952)

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In this episode, Rosa and Cat tackle and discuss 1952's Viva Zapata! starring Marlon Brando and Anthony Quinn. Is it problematic to have a non-Latino actor portray a Mexican revolutionary?

Latinx Lens reviews two newly released documentaries, Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado and Inmate #1: The Rise of Danny Trejo.

Listen to Rosa's personal story of growing up watching Walter Mercado and their feelings on Danny Trejo's inspirational story.

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