The film Emilia Pérez tells the story of a Mexican drug cartel leader who disappears by transitioning into a woman. Its lead, Karla Sofía Gascón, made history as the first openly trans actor nominated for an Oscar, marking a significant milestone for transgender representation and inclusivity in cinema. Blending drama, music, […]
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Female Mexican filmmakers are on the rise. Miranda Leggett reviews some of these active directors working on multiple genres and telling under-the-radar stories. Each of the women director included has won at least one national or international prize. Esta lista incluye directoras actuales de México que han trabajado en géneros […]
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In Latin America, the LGBT community has faced significant prejudice and violence. Latin American film has represented these conflicts, offering visibility to dissident sexualities. Some iconic examples include Kiss of the Spider Woman (Argentina), Pixote (Brazil), Dona Herlinda and Her Son (Brazil), and Strawberry and Chocolate (Cuba). Since those films were released, new alternative […]
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