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Highlighting and uplifting Latine-related accomplishments and announcements across television, film and other disciplines, along with findings and interrogations about the industry.
From ‘Nanny’ to ‘Pearl,’ Variety’s 2023 Producers to Watch Spotlights Future Film Visionaries
Jolene Rodriguez - Rodriguez makes it a point to not only work with Latino actors and crew, but to discover, nurture and mentor them from her position of power as well. “I want to continue to create space for emerging underrepresented talent and establish a pipeline to the studios,” says Rodriguez. “We are valuable — it’s just a matter of taking the calculated risks and proving it.”
EXCLUSIVE: ‘Primo’ First Look Photos for Shea Serrano Comedy
Amazon Freevee has teamed up with Shea Serrano and Michael Schur to create a new, single-camera comedy series following around a 16-year-old Latine kid growing up in southern San Antonio. Titled Primo , it’s inspired by Serrano’s upbringing and encompasses an incredible Latine cast to tell the story.
ABC Orders Medical Drama Pilot ‘The Hurt Unit’ From Matt Lopez and John Glenn
ABC has given a pilot order to “The Hurt Unit,” a medical drama from Matt Lopez and John Glenn.
‘Flamin’ Hot’ Review: Eva Longoria’s Directorial Debut Is An Inspiring Latino Rags-To-Riches Story – SXSW
There can be no doubt why Searchlight Pictures was excited to bring Flamin’ Hot, the true life story of the man known as the “godfather of Hispanic marketing,” to the screen.
NALIP Latino Lens Reveals 2022 Narrative Short Film Incubator Participants
The second annual NALIP Latino Lens Narrative Short Film Incubator for Women of Color has selected its class of 2022: Holly M. Kaplan, Nicole Otero, Akilah ‘Ak’ Walker, Diana Gonzalez-Morett, Jhanvi Motla, and Frida Perez.
‘The Listeners’: BBC Developing TV Adaptation Of Canadian Novel From ‘Normal People’ Producer Element Pictures
The BBC is developing a TV adaptation of buzzy Canadian novel The Listeners from Normal People producer Element Pictures. The Listeners author Jordan Tannahill is adapting for TV and Janicza Bravo, whose past credits include Zola, Mrs America and Them, is directing.
Mexican Berlinale Prize Winner & Sales Breakout ‘Tótem’ Posts Fresh Deals For Alpha Violet
Paris-based Alpha Violet has posted fresh sales on Mexican director Lila Avilés’s family drama Tótem, which world premiered in competition at the Berlinale to acclaim in February.
‘Not Dead Yet’ Becomes ABC’s Most-Watched Comedy Debut In Over 4 Years, ‘Abbott Elementary’ Hits Series High In Delayed Viewing
ABC is hitting a stride with its Wednesday night comedies. The premiere of Not Dead Yet and the Valentine’s Day episode of Abbott Elementary both drew solid numbers for the network in delayed viewing.
ABC Orders Medical Drama Pilot ‘The Hurt Unit’ From Matt Lopez and John Glenn
ABC has given a pilot order to “The Hurt Unit,” a medical drama from Matt Lopez and John Glenn.
Showtime Sets New Leadership Under Nina Diaz As It Merges With MTV Entertainment Studios, More Execs Exit Including Docs Chief Vinnie Malhotra
The full extent of the changes at Showtime have started to emerge as the premium cable network has set its new leadership team under Nina L. Diaz, with more executives leaving following the corporate restructure.