Best Latin American Films of 2022
Instead of the generic “favorite films of the year” list, MANO film critic Alejandro A. Riera gives a rundown of the best Latin American films of the year released either theatrically or via streaming.
Why Viejitos Vote Republican
My grandma votes Republican because she believes in three things: money, strength, and the rule of law. Whether the Republican Party stands for any of those things is beside the point because, to her, and to a lot of other people still, the Republicans represent those values more than the Democrats.
Electrónica Feminista
A playlist of women producers creating invigorating electronic music with rich cultural sonorities and sociopolitical mindsets.
Tequila-Making Drama ‘Dos estaciones’ a Stunning Work of Art
Documentary filmmaker Juan Pablo González centers his first drama, ‘Dos estaciones,’ on an artisanal tequila distillery run by a 50-year-old woman (played by Teresa Sánchez) who is the last in her family line of tequila makers.
Film Review: Brazil’s ‘Medusa’
Anita Rocha da Silveira joins the Brazilian dystopian club with her mesmerizing, chilly, and unnerving sophomore feature, ‘Medusa,’ a provocative mix of genres that keeps you off-balance.
What to Watch in April (2022)
Documentaries about Cypress Hill, a cabaret in Mexico City, and a female gang leader in the Bronx are among critic Alejandro A. Riera’s list of films to watch in April.
Francisca Valenzuela Releases Video for New Single ‘Hola Impostora’
Are we really who we say we are? Chilean singer-songwriter Francisca Valenzuela delves into impostor syndrome with her new single, “Hola Impostora.”
Born to Fight (Susanne Ramirez de Arellano)
Host Hector Luis Alamo chats with Susanne Ramirez de Arellano, an esteemed journalist and writer with decades of experience.
