Column: The narco musical ‘Emilia Pérez’ isn’t as bad as critics say — it’s worse
With 13 Academy Award nominations, the — take a deep breath — French-made, Netflix-distributed, Mexican trans-narco musical “Emilia Pérez” made ...
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The making of ‘La Bamba’ was a family affair. An upcoming book with never-before-seen photos will show how
For the first time in nearly 40 years, never-before-seen images documenting the making of “La Bamba” will be released, giving ...
From ‘Tigers Are Not Afraid’ to ‘Sujo,’ here are 11 films about the drug war by Mexican directors
Whether you disliked or enjoyed “Emilia Pérez,” the French-produced, Netflix-distributed musical about a Mexican cartel boss who undergoes gender transition, ...
Meet the Puerto Rican acts featured on Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’
Throughout his career, Bad Bunny has collaborated with some big acts: Drake, J Balvin, Rosalía, Cardi B and more. But ...
Fania Records put salsa on the map. Can it evolve?
There was a time when Fania Records was the most transcendent label in Latin music — hailed as the Motown ...
Eager for what’s ‘Next,’ Xavi opens up about his rise to the top
Red in the face and with sweat dripping from his brow, an excited middle schooler triumphantly holds a backpack over ...
Forged by pressure, Chiquis lets her artistry flourish on ‘Diamantes’
Under the Wiltern’s center-stage spotlight, a bedazzled tejana slowly rises into the audience’s view. As the concealed hydraulic platform peaks ...
Brenton Wood, ‘Oogum Boogum Song’ crooner who captivated Latino listeners, dies at 83
In 1967, Brenton Wood looked as if he was on the cusp of mainstream success. The Compton crooner’s single “The ...
De Los Reads: Ximena Vengoechea’s ‘The Life Audit’ and other books by Latino authors we’re reading in January
As the new year kicks off, it’s hard to ignore all the talk about resolutions and vision boards. But let’s ...
Column: In 2024, Latinos finally became Americans at the ballot box
Forty years ago this November, Cesar Chavez gave a speech at San Francisco’s Commonwealth Club that was as much of ...
