October 4, 2024
NHMC Amplifies is Back with this Collection of Stellar Projects from Latine and Native Creatives
From Amazon Studios, The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power is a prequel series to the classic Lord of the Rings franchise. This epic drama is set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and will take viewers back to an era in which great powers were forged, kingdoms rose to glory and fell to ruin, unlikely heroes were tested, hope hung by the finest of threads, and the greatest villain that ever flowed from Tolkien’s pen threatened to cover all the world in darkness. Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of the elf-capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power features standout performances from NHMC’s own Visionary Alliance member Ismael Cruz Córdova, who plays the elven warrior ‘Arondir’. The cast also includes Morfydd Clark as ‘Galadriel’, Robert Aramayo as ‘Elrond’, and well-known talents such as Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Owain Arthur, and Nazanin Boniadi. Together, they bring to life the epic tale of Middle-earth’s Second Age, full of breathtaking battles, political intrigue, and legendary heroes.
Don’t miss the season two finale of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power now streaming on Prime Video.
Join actor John Leguizamo on a quest to uncover Latino and Latina heroes and their contributions. In this new three-part series, Leguizamo takes viewers on a captivating journey, delving into both well-known and lesser-known stories of Latino history, spanning thousands of years, from the Ancient Empires to the present, and shining a light on the rich and often overlooked history of Latinos.
VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos: is now streaming with new episodes every Friday at 9/8c.
Taking place over a season in the life of basketball players from a Native American reservation, Rez Ball is the lightning-fast story of a team of underdogs fighting for a state championship. Directed by Indigenous creatives Sydney Freeland (Drunktown’s Finest), who co-wrote the script with Sterlin Harjo (Reservation Dogs), and produced by LeBron James himself, this is a sports story you won’t want to miss.
Rez Ball features standout performances from Indigenous actors, including Amber Midthunder, Kiowa Gordon, and Tatanka Means. The cast also includes Jessica Matten and Forrest Goodluck. Together, they bring authenticity and heart to this inspiring story of Native American basketball, weaving themes of community, resilience, and athletic passion.
Rez Ball is now streaming only on Netflix.
After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life is turned upside down when her teenage daughter, Astrid, accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice features standout performances from returning star Michael Keaton, reprising his iconic role as the mischievous ghost Beetlejuice. The cast also includes Winona Ryder, reprising her role as Lydia Deetz from the original film, and introduces Latina powerhouse Jenna Ortega, known for her work in Wednesday and Scream. Well-known talents such as Willem Dafoe, Justin Theroux, and Monica Bellucci round out the ensemble. Together, they bring to life the spooky, whimsical world of the Netherworld in this long-awaited sequel filled with humor, chaos, and supernatural mischief.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is exclusively in theaters now.
