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 R...
Apr 29, 2021•2 hr 2 min
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....
Apr 24, 2021•1 hr 18 min
In this episode, Cat and Rosa review Yes Day, Raya and the Last Dragon, Godzilla vs. Kong and Howard Original from Natalie Rodriguez. 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....
Apr 16, 2021•1 hr 4 min
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). 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 & @shuffleo...
Apr 07, 2021•1 hr 23 min
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." 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 Po...
Mar 31, 2021•1 hr 40 min
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...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 31 min
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 an...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 17 min
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...
Mar 04, 2021•1 hr 34 min
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 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 @rosa...
Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 43 min
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 seri...
Feb 05, 2021•1 hr 45 min
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 th...
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 52 min
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. 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 ...
Dec 06, 2020•1 hr 31 min
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 W...
Nov 22, 2020•1 hr 32 min
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 ...
Nov 17, 2020•1 hr 17 min
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 Al...
Sep 20, 2020•1 hr 34 min
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. Follow us on social media Twitter: @LatinxLens , @rosasreviews , @thingscatloves Instagram: @LatinxLens , @rosaparra2018 , @thingscatloves Latinx Len...
Sep 05, 2020•1 hr 7 min
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 Rev...
Aug 22, 2020•1 hr 40 min
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 Please Rate, ...
Aug 13, 2020•1 hr 34 min
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) Please Rate, Review & Subscribe where ever you listen to podcasts! Make sure to "Follow" us on Twitter @LatinxLens Add us on Instagram ...
Aug 06, 2020•1 hr 26 min
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. Please Rate, Review & Subscribe where e...
Jul 29, 2020•1 hr 17 min
In this episode of Latinx Lens, Rosa and Cat dive into the second half of their top 10 movies and TV shows of 2020 and their #LatinxLensRecommend film to watch. Please Rate, Review & Subscribe where ever you listen to podcasts! Make sure to "Follow" us on Twitter @LatinxLens Add us on Instagram at @LatinxLens Follow Rosa on Twitter @rosasreviews Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleonline Latinx Lens is part of the ShuffleOnline.net Podcast Network. Theme Music by David ...
Jul 26, 2020•55 min
In episode three of LatinxLens, Rosa and Cat are discussing LatinxLens' first recommended film from episode two, "The Salt of the Earth" (1954). They dive into the first half of their top 10 movies and TV shows of 2020, so far that range from documentaries to period pieces. Please Rate, Review & Subscribe where ever you listen to podcasts! Make sure to "Follow" us on Twitter @LatinxLens Add us on Instagram at @LatinxLens Follow Rosa on Twitter @rosasreviews Follow Catherine on Twitter @thing...
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr 12 min
Edward James Olmos is an Oscar-nominated actor, producer and director. Rosa and Cat dive into Olmos' debut feature role as El Pachuco in ZOOT SUIT (1981), his directorial debut with AMERICAN ME (1992), his Oscar-nominated performance as Jaime Escalante in STAND AND DELIVER (1988) and Abraham Quintanilla in SELENA (1997). Through these films Rosa and Cat talk about their own personal connection to Olmos' work, discuss the themes of identity, Latinx representation and the importance of watching th...
Jun 25, 2020•1 hr 25 min
Latinx Lens is hosted by two Latinas, Rosa Parra and Catherine Gonzales. In the first episode Rosa and Cat dive into the reasons on why they wanted to start this podcast, their Latina identities, film criticism and what to expect in future episodes. Please Rate, Review & Subscribe where ever you listen to podcasts! Make sure to "Follow" us on Twitter @LatinxLens Add us on Instagram at @LatinxLens Follow Rosa on Twitter @rosasreviews Follow Catherine on Twitter @thingscatloves & @shuffleo...
Jun 15, 2020•46 min
