Cameron Diaz is probably not happy to receive a Razzie, which is the Golden Raspberry Award Foundation's award for the "best of the worst" performances in Hollywood.
Ultimately "McFarland USA" is created to inspire and for the most part it does. There is reverence and sincerity in the approach to the genre, though it is clear that this film, unlike its real-life subjects, is not pioneering new ground for depictions of Latin Americans in mainstream cinema.
Horror film fanatics and Bigfoot believers can look forward to a new 2015 Sasquatch movie. Horror film fanatics and Bigfoot believers can look forward to a new 2015 Sasquatch movie.
"Buen Dia Ramon" is arguably one of the finer portrayals of illegal Mexican immigration in recent years. We have seen this subject explored before, but never with the subtlety and nuance that Ramirez Suarez manages. Ferrer and Schoner shine alongside such stars as Adriana Barraza and Arcelia Ramirez in a film with a huge heart.
"Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief," , which is based on Lawrence Wright's 2013 bestselling book, premiered on Sunday at the Sundance Film Festival, where it received a standing ovation.
The 21st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards are next on the lineup for the 2015 award season. With only a few hours left until show time, here are a few things to know about this year's ceremony honoring the best in film and television.
After Mexico, Argentina is the Latin American country with greatest representation at the Academy Awards. The nation just received its 34th nomination as "Wild Tales" picked up a nod for the Best Foreign Film category. But what other Argentines have succeeded in film's biggest awards show?
The Oscars take place on February 22nd and there are a number of Mexicans in contention for major awards. Among them are director Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu and cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki. A win for either would continue Mexico's well-documented history at the big event. But how have Mexicans fared in the 87-year history of the Academy Awards?
Guatemalan award-winning movie star Oscar Isaac talks to Latin Post in an exclusive interview about 'A Most Violent Year,' 'Star Wars,' 'X-Men' and the one role he did that portrays Latin American men in a new light.
"Spare Parts'" final half hour, arguably its most interesting, is also its most predictable and not until the final epilogue, which details these characters' outcomes, does the viewer actually feel invested in the four teenagers. There is no doubt that the intentions (aside from the horrific McDonald's commercial) are sincere in highlighting the achievement of Latinos. But unfortunately this film offers nothing new that has not been seen before. Clocking in at almost two hours, the movie almost feels like it is being forced down the viewer's throats as a way to make people feel sorry for Latinos rather than celebrate their greatness. Any attempts at cultural authenticity falter because the film relies so heavily on the tired stereotypes to represent its characters. There was certainly a great story here, but the execution is as poor as it gets making "Spare Parts" live up to its title as another throwaway movie.
The Academy Awards may be all the rage of awards season, but Spaniards also get to enjoy their own ceremony honoring the best in film. A few days ago, the nominations for the Goya Awards, known as Los Premios Goya, were announced. The winners will be selected on Feb. 8, a few weeks before the Oscars announce their big victors.
With such films as "Spare Parts," "Gloria," "Wild Tales" and "McFarland USA" on the horizon, 2015 looks primed to be another year where Latin American cinema gets its rightful place alongside more mainstream fare. But is Latino cinema slated to be a big box office success?
Guatemalan-born actor Oscar Isaac is one of the most biggest rising stars of modern time and he is slated to star in "Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens." The actor has been very outspoken when asked about the big project and recently address the growing speculation and rumors circulating around the project.
Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt married his girlfriend Tasha McCauley in a private ceremony at their home on Dec. 20. The 33-year old "500 Days of Summer" star, known to be shy about revealing details of his private life, confirmed the news via his publicist, Erica Gray.
What were Latin Post.com film writer David Salazar's favorite films of 2014? Here is a run down including the honorable mentions which include "The Imitation Game," "A Most Wanted Man," "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes," "Inherent Vice" and others.
"Star Episode VII: The Force Awakens" is less than a year away and fans have already initiated their tremendous speculation after the release of the new trailer. That only intensified when a number of collectible cards revealed the names of the film's protagonists. But no character name has created more intense discussion than Kylo Ren.
A film is the union of all its parts to create a glorious whole. But a lot of people know that certain elements of a film can stand above others and carry a film. One of these elements is the lead actor or actress. A great performance from an actor can make a film an instant classic. Every nuance, every detail can make for a fascinating study in and of itself.
As part of the "Best in Film in 2014" series, film writers David and Francisco Salazar take a look at their favorite performances by a lead actor this year.
