In our last episode of 2021, Rosa and Cat look back at 2021! They choose a few highlights from the podcast and chat about the growth they’ve both had in 2021! We’ll be back in 2022!! Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play and more!
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Episode 55. Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts
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. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play Stitcher
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Episode 54. “West Side Story,” “Being the Ricardos” and “Nightmare Alley”
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…
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Episode 53. Interview with Gigi Saul Guerrero
Latinx Lens interviews Mexican-Canadian filmmaker Gigi Saul Guerrero. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play
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Episode 52. Interview with Pablo Larraín
Latinx Lens interviews Pablo Larraín about his latest film, “Spencer.” Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play and wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Episode 51. Pablo Larraín
In this episode, Rosa and Cat dive into Chilean filmmaker Pablo Larraín’s select filmography including: “Tony Manero” (2008) 50-something Raul Peralta (Alfredo Castro) goes to the same bar outside his native Santiago, Chile, and, with friends, dances to the hits from his favorite film, “Saturday Night Fever.” When he gets wind of a TV contest…
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Episode 50. “The Harder They Fall,” “Red Notice” and “Finch”
Latinx Lens reviews three films that include: “The Harder They Fall” (2021) “Red Notice” (2021) “Finch” (2021) Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play and more!
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Episode 49. “The Last Duel,” “Bingo Hell” and “Eternals”
Latinx Lens reviews three films including: “The Last Duel” (2021) “Bingo Hell” (2021) “Eternals” (2021) Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play and more!
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“West Side Story” Movie Review
Right off the bat, I have to admit that I’m not a fan of the original film “West Side Story” (1961) for obvious reasons, but I do admire the choreography. I understand it’s a product of its time, but it doesn’t mean I’m going to ignore its problematic depictions of Latinos. Therefore, I didn’t have…
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“Wolf” Movie Review
When initially reading about George MacKay, one the most talented up-and-coming actors, starring in the film, “Wolf,” I couldn’t help but get excited for this film. The trailer, where Jacob (MacKay) believes to be a wolf, looked promising, particularly seeing MacKay physically invested in the character. “Wolf” (2021) follows Jacob who’s admitted into a clinic…
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