‘Dumb Money’ Review: Director Craig Gillespie is On a Mission to Reinvent the Biopic
‘Dumb Money’ Review: Director Craig Gillespie is On a Mission to Reinvent the Biopic
Since his initial foray into the realm of biographical films with 2014’ "Million Dollar Arm," the true story of an American sports agent who turned two exceptionally talented cricket bowlers into Major League Baseball pitchers, director Craig Gillespie has made it his mission to reinvent the biopic. After getting his [...]
The Way of Kizomba Took Over São Paulo During The 35th Art Biennale
The Way of Kizomba Took Over São Paulo During The 35th Art Biennale
Millions of Afro-Brazilians walk the streets of São Paulo and Rio De Janeiro every day. Vestiges of the African diaspora and its tangible trans-cultural influence pour out into the culture of Brazil through the country’s cuisine, history, and music. Kizomba, the far-reaching genre that blends African rhythms with Caribbean and [...]
Natalia Lafourcade Honors Vulnerability in Her New Album
Natalia Lafourcade Honors Vulnerability in Her New Album
When Natalia Lafourcade returned to her home in Xalapa, Mexico, after a long period of traveling and performing, she found a withering garden with only a few blooming flowers. Lafourcade had neglected her garden during her time away. But soon after her return, the pandemic hit, and, like the rest [...]
Felix Contreras Helps Spotlight Latin Artists on ‘El Tiny’
Felix Contreras Helps Spotlight Latin Artists on ‘El Tiny’
Over the last few years, Tiny Desk, a musical series where emerging and established artists perform a medley of songs behind NPR Music’s All Songs Considered Bob Boilen’s desk, has soared in popularity. Conceived in 2008, the series expanded during COVID-19 into "Home" concerts, where artists play intimate sets [...]
New Music Picks: Shakira, Alejandra Guzmán, iLe, and More
New Music Picks: Shakira, Alejandra Guzmán, iLe, and More
Welcome to LATINA’s weekly roundup of the best new music. This week’s list features new albums from Yuridia and iLe, and Shakira returns with "Monotonía," featuring Ozuna. Also on the list: Snow the Product's new LP, The Rude Boyz's debut with Maluma and Adam Levine, as well as Jhayco's collaboration [...]
Karol G is Blazing Through the West Coast on her $trip Love Tour
Karol G is Blazing Through the West Coast on her $trip Love Tour
On Oct. 15, Karol G brought her $trip Love Tour to Anaheim, California. The Colombian singer is currently touring the U.S. on the first arena tour of her career, and while she’s already claimed the title La Bichota of reggaeton, her sold-out concert at the Honda Center proved that she's [...]
Kate Del Castillo Pushes Past Her Limits in ‘La Reina del Sur,’ Season 3
Kate Del Castillo Pushes Past Her Limits in ‘La Reina del Sur,’ Season 3
“You're going to see a Latin America that nobody has seen before because it's the real Latin America.” The latest season of “La Reina del Sur” exalts Latin American natural beauty. Action packed-scenes take place in the sublime mountain landscapes of Machu Picchu. Teresa Mendoza even ends up at [...]