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Sundance Film Festival 2026
My Favorite Films from Sundance 2026
Rosa Parra's Top 15 Films from Sundance 2026.“The Oldest Person in the World” Explores Longevity, Loss, and Life’s Small Moments
A thoughtful and meditative documentary that explores longevity, loss, and the quiet beauty of everyday life.A Father’s Desperate Journey Defines “The Weight”
A gripping survival drama, "The Weight" combines strong performances with striking visuals and emotional intensity.Odd-Couple Chaos Drives the Comedy in “The Shitheads”
"The Shitheads" is a chaotic, laugh-out-loud road trip comedy with surprising chemistry and sharp humor.
News
CinemaCon 2026 Day 2: Warner Bros. Stuns With Dune Part 3, Supergirl, Tom Cruise & DC Reveals
Warner Brothers delivered a top-notch presentation, enhanced by its star-studded guests and anchored by the highly entertaining Patton Oswalt.CinemaCon 2026 Day 2: Neon Showcase, “Godzilla Minus Zero” & More
CinemaCon Day 2 featured major updates on "Godzilla Minus Zero," Neon’s film slate, and several highly anticipated upcoming releases.CinemaCon 2026 Day 1: Sony Pictures Delivers Major Reveals and First Looks
Sony Pictures kicked off CinemaCon 2026 with major reveals, exclusive footage, and release date announcements for several of its biggest upcoming films.Jenna, Sweeney, Zendaya: Battle of the Box Office Queens?
The current theatrical landscape of April 2026 reveals a fascinating power shift among Hollywood’s "Big Three" young leads—Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, and Jenna Ortega.CinemaCon 2026 Preview: Blockbusters, Sequels, and Studio Showdowns
CinemaCon 2026 will spotlight major upcoming films, including "Avengers: Doomsday" and "Dune: Part 3."
Movie & Tv
“You, Me, and Tuscany” Is a Charming but Predictable Romantic Escape
A breezy, charming romcom that leans on familiar tropes but still delivers an easy, enjoyable watch.“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” Delivers Big Visuals and Pure Nintendo Fun
A vibrant, fun-filled adventure that delivers for fans, even if the story falls a bit short.“Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge” Raises the Stakes With a More Personal and Emotional Story
"Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge" is a rare sequel that improves on the original in every way.“Maldoror” Explores Justice, Obsession, and Moral Collapse
A haunting, true crime-inspired story of obsession and justice, Maldoror delivers unsettling ideas but struggles under the weight of its own excess.
Cultura
Salma Hayek, Hollywood, and Her Complicated Return to Mexican Cinema
Salma Hayek returns to Mexico to discuss cinema, politics, and her legacy amid controversy.Matt Walsh is a Vaquero? Bad Bunny Hate! Arjona is “Wonder?”
The Brownside is the weekly wrap-up of Latino Pop Culture!Odessa A’zion Leaves DEEP CUTS (Race Swap role.)
Hollywood has a Deeper Systemic Problem.Award Winning “Selena” Doc Fails to Make Oscars Short List.
Selena y Los Dinos, the acclaimed 2025 documentary about Selena Quintanilla and her family band, premiered at Sundance, won a Special Jury Award, failed to make […]Award Winning “Selena y Los Dinos,” Doc Debuts on Netflix
A staggering work of love, triumph and tragedy...
Music
Abraham Quintanilla, father of music icon Selena, has died, at 86.
In an Instagram post, Quintanilla’s son, A.B. Quintanilla III, shared the news along with a photo of his father. “It’s with a heavy heart to let […]Raul Malo, Operatic Lead Singer of The Mavericks, has passed at 60
From Latin, rock to country and Spanish ballads, Malo was a one of a kind singer. He will be dearly missed by his fans and yet […]Why Bad Bunny’s Superbowl Halftime Show Announcement Drew Backlash
The announcement has also sparked some backlash and controversyTop Twenty Songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda
Lin has written numerous catchy songs and has established himself as a lyrical genius in our cultural landscape.



























