October 25, 2024
Dive Into These New Must-Watch Latine Series and Movies!
La Lola follows the life of ‘Lalo,’ Diego Amozurrutia, a charming and successful director of a popular magazine who is transformed into a woman, Lola, played by Bárbara de Regil , after a curse from a scorned lover, Romina played by Adriana Montes de Oca. Now, as Lola, Lalo must navigate his personal and professional life from a completely different perspective while searching for a way to reverse the spell.
The series brings together a captivating cast with rich storylines and sharp humor. With a perfect blend of comedy and drama, La Lola delves into themes of identity, gender roles, and relationships, as Lalo experiences life from a perspective he never imagined.
In Season 2, Lola navigates recent shocking news while racing against time to find true love and break the spell before the approaching eclipse.
The successful ViX original series premieres its second season on November 8th.
In The Lincoln Lawyer, defense attorney ‘Mickey Haller,’ played by Mexican actor Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, runs his legal practice from the back seat of his Lincoln Town Car, tackling challenging cases across Los Angeles. After inheriting a high-profile case from a colleague, Mickey must balance his personal and professional life while navigating the complex and dangerous world of Los Angeles law.
The series offers a gripping mix of legal drama and suspense, drawing viewers into the twists and turns of Mickey's cases, featuring a stellar performance from Manuel Garcia-Rulfo. With a sharp script and compelling characters, The Lincoln Lawyer explores justice, morality, and the personal toll of a high-stakes legal career.
Season 3 of The Lincoln Lawyer is available for streaming on Netflix now!
The Secret of the River centers around two boys in a small Oaxacan village who witness a secret death, forging an unbreakable bond between them. Twenty years later, as childhood friends reunite, they confront their shared past and the challenges that come with their transformed lives, testing the strength of their friendship in the process.
The series showcases powerful performances from a talented cast, including Mexican actress Trinidad Gonzalez as ‘Sicaru,’ Mauro Guzmán as ‘Jorge,’ and Frida Sofía Cruz Salinas as ‘Ana.’ With its rich storytelling and beautiful cinematography, The Secret of the River explores themes of loyalty, redemption, friendship, identity and Zapotec culture in Mexico.
Directed by Alberto Barrera, co-directed by Sundance Award winner Ernesto Contreras, Alba Gil, and Alex Zuno, the series explores the complexities of gender dynamics and emotional turmoil, showcasing “many faces of machismo, the pain that many women go through, but also the pain that many men suffer from following this system that has corrupted us greatly.”
The Secret of the River is now streaming on Netflix, with all episodes available to watch!
The remarkable Latina actress Melissa Barrera stars as the soft-spoken actress ‘Laura Franco’ in the upcoming movie, Your Monster, whose life unravels after a series of personal setbacks. Her world takes a dramatic turn when she encounters a terrifying yet oddly charming Monster living in her closet, helping her rediscover her voice and transform her inner rage into empowerment, and leading to a unique journey of self-acceptance.
Tommy Dewey acts along Melissa in this romantic-comedy-horror film masterfully balances humor, heart, and horror, delving into the complexities of love and self-acceptance. Directed and written by Caroline Lindy, this film presents a fresh take on love, inviting viewers to embrace their vulnerabilities in the face of adversity.
Your Monster is now available in a theater near you!
