Latinx Lens

Catherine Gonzales and Rosa Parra

Two proud Latinas discuss Latinx representation in film and television through their lens.

84 Episodes

83. Jennifer Lopez
7/21/2022
1:26:36
In this episode, Rosa and Cat dive into THE Jennifer Lopez's select filmography including: "Out of Sight" (1998) "Enough" (2022) "Hustlers" (2019) Latinx Lens Recommends: "Anaconda" (1997) Save 10% on your order at Super Yaki with the code SUPERLATINXLENS at checkout: www.superyaki.com Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen
82. Moon Knight
6/15/2022
39:39
In this episode, Rosa and Catherine discuss Marvel Studios' "Moon Knight" limited series available on Disney Plus. Steven Grant (Oscar Isaac) discovers he's been granted the powers of an Egyptian moon god. But he soon finds out that these newfound powers can be both a blessing and a curse to his troubled life. Support us on Patreon! Save 10% on your order at Super Yaki with the code SUPERLATINXLENS at checkout: www.superyaki.com Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen
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81. Downton Abbey, Downton Abbey: A New Era
6/13/2022
1:15:27
In this episode, Rosa and Catherine are back with another retro review episode featuring: "Downton Abbey" (2019) Director: Michael Engler The beloved Crawleys and their intrepid staff prepare for the most important moment of their lives. A royal visit from the king and queen of England soon unleashes scandal, romance and intrigue and leaving the future of Downton hanging in the balance. "Downton Abbey: A New Era" (2022) Director: Simon Curtis The Crawley family goes on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the dowager countess's newly inherited villa. Save 10% on your order at Super Yaki with the code SUPERLATINXLENS at checkout: www.superyaki.com Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen
80. Top Gun, Top Gun: Maverick
6/9/2022
1:35:30
In this episode Rosa and Catherine are excited to introduce a new segment to the podcast - retro reviews from films that don't quite fit the normal Latinx Lens programming but have impacted their unique film lens. And what better way to introduce this than a double feature of an oldie, but goodie, "Top Gun" and the hotly anticipated sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick." Save 10% on your order at Super Yaki with the code SUPERLATINXLENS at checkout: www.superyaki.com Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen
79. Lucrecia Martel
6/1/2022
1:57:40
In this episode Rosa and Catherine dive into Argentinian director Lucrecia Martel's select filmography including: "La Ciénaga" (2001) "The Headless Woman" (2008) "Zama" (2017) And Latinx Lens recommends: "Jauja" (2015) directed by Lisandro Alonso Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen
78. The Secrets of Dumbledore, Ambulance, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, The Northman
5/4/2022
1:41:53
In this episode, Latinx Lens review four theatrical releases including: - Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore - Ambulance - The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent - The Northman Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen
77. SXSW 2022: Interview with The Daniels, Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, Stephanie Hsu
4/27/2022
13:26
In this episode, Latinx Lens shares Catherine's SXSW red carpet interview with the directors and select cast from "Everywhere Everything All At Once." You'll listen to interviews from: The Daniels Michelle Yeoh Ke Huy Quan Stephanie Hsu Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen
76. SXSW 2022: DMZ, Halo, WeCrashed
4/20/2022
1:04:13
In this episode, Rosa and Cat continue their SXSW 2022 coverage focusing on three television shows that premiered at the festival including: "DMZ" "Halo" "WeCrashed" Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen
75. SXSW 2022: Everything Everywhere All At Once, Cha Cha Real Smooth, Still Working 9 to 5, A Vanishing Fog
3/31/2022
1:36:11
In this episode of Latinx Lens, Rosa and Cat dive into SXSW 2022 from both a virtual and in-person lens. They discuss four films from the SXSW Film Festival 2022: "Everything Everywhere All At Once" (2022) Directors: The Daniels The film is a hilarious and big-hearted sci-fi action adventure about an exhausted Chinese American woman (Michelle Yeoh) who can't seem to finish her taxes. "Cha Cha Real Smooth" (2022) Director: Cooper Raiff A man who works as a bar mitzvah party host strikes up a unique friendship with a young woman and her teenage daughter. "Still Working 9 to 5" (2022) Directors: Camille Hardman & Gary Lane Discussing the impact of the 1980 comedy "9 to 5" four decades later and how its message about women in the workplace has retained its original poignancy. "A Vanishing Fog" (2021) Director: Augusto Sandino It is based on a guardian of the mountains who is condemned by his fate and strives to protect the fragile ecosystem he inhabits while caring for his ailing father. Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen
74. Diego Luna
3/24/2022
1:49:41
In this episode, we are diving into the filmography of Mexican actor, singer, director, and producer Diego Luna. Rosa and Cat discuss the follwing three films from Diego's filmography: "Rudo y Cursi" (2008) Director: Carlos Cuarón Tato (Gael García Bernal) and Beto (Diego Luna) are poor stepbrothers living on a banana plantation in Mexico. Both are talented soccer players, but their dreams lay elsewhere: tone-deaf Tato wants to be a singer, while Beto is content to remain on the plantation. One day, a sports agent sees the two young men playing soccer and offers to take one of them to Mexico City for a chance at sports stardom. "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" (2016) Director: Gareth Edwards Former scientist Galen Erso lives on a farm with his wife and young daughter, Jyn. His peaceful existence comes crashing down when the evil Orson Krennic takes him away from his beloved family. Many years later, Galen becomes the Empire's lead engineer for the most powerful weapon in the galaxy, the Death Star. Knowing that her father holds the key to its destruction, Jyn joins forces with a spy and other resistance fighters to steal the space station's plans for the Rebel Alliance. "Wander Darkly" (2021) Director: Tara Miele A traumatic accident leaves a couple in a surreal state of being that takes them on a disorienting journey through the duality of their shared moments. Latinx Lens Recommends: The Oscar Award-winning film, "A Fantastic Woman." Support us on Patreon! Please Rate, Review & Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And make sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @latinxlens Follow Catherine on Twitter and Instagram: @thingscatloves Follow Rosa on Twitter and Instagram: @rosasreviews Theme Music by David Rosen

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Latinx Lens

Catherine Gonzales and Rosa Parra

84 Episodes

83. Jennifer Lopez

82. Moon Knight

81. Downton Abbey, Downton Abbey: A New Era

80. Top Gun, Top Gun: Maverick

79. Lucrecia Martel

78. The Secrets of Dumbledore, Ambulance, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, The Northman

77. SXSW 2022: Interview with The Daniels, Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, Stephanie Hsu

76. SXSW 2022: DMZ, Halo, WeCrashed

75. SXSW 2022: Everything Everywhere All At Once, Cha Cha Real Smooth, Still Working 9 to 5, A Vanishing Fog

74. Diego Luna