It was an enjoyable screening with two of the grandsons. The five year old said it was happy and sad at the same time. And he loved it! The twelve year old who has read …
Unstoppable is the inspiring true story of Anthony Robles (Jharrel Jerome) who was born with one leg but whose indomitable spirit and unbreakable resolve empowered him to defy the odds and pursue his dreams. With the …
“Sonic 3 will beat out Mufasa, for sure!” — JimmityCritic (12) Sonic the Hedgehog 3, what a fun evening with the grandkids it was. When you have a 12, 10 and 5 year-old clap their hands at the end …
Mufasa: The Lion King was entertaining and the production value was amazing to watch. Set in Africa, all-new film blends live-action filmmaking techniques with photoreal computer-generated imagery. My 12 year-old grandson thought it was one …
I’m Still Here is an official Brazilian submission to the 97th Academy Awards. We really enjoyed this film. It’s a tough story with a lot of heart. And it has a great cast. Synopsis: …
We watched the first five episodes of the new series and we are hooked!
Inspired by R.L. Stine’s worldwide bestselling book series, Goosebumps follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle–while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past.
The 10-part series launched with a five-episode drop as part of Disney+’s Hallowstream and Hulu’s Huluween celebrations, with subsequent new episodes streaming weekly.
Goosebumps stars Justin Long and Rachael Harris, alongside newcomers Zack Morris, Isa Briones, Miles McKenna, Ana Yi Puig and Will Price.
Nicholas Stoller (The Muppets) and Rob Letterman (Pokémon Detective Pikachu) developed the series and serve as executive producers.
I had the pleasure of talking to Luis Salgado, about the upcoming musical, On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan.
Salgado, is an international director, choreographer and educator from Puerto Rico, who is currently based in New York City. His most recent project, is his own adaptation of the musical FAME to great reviews in Washington D.C. And he was the Assistant Latin Choreographer of In the Heights on Broadway, which won four Tony Awards.
Photo: Doug Hinebaugh
He was the director and choreographer of Viva Broadway’s, When We See Ourselves concert as part of the Curtain Up event in Times Square produced by Playbill and the Broadway League. In 2019 Luis worked as the associate director/choreographer of Cirque du Soleil’s Paramour in Hamburg Germany. Among the productions he has directed/choreographed in the United States and abroad are the fantasy musical Ella Es Colombia in Bogota, Colombia with MISI Musicals, the Holland Production of On Your Feet,RAGTIME, TO BE OR NOT TO BE…a Shakespearean Experience, AIDA, The Musical, FAME,Amigo Duende the Musical, In The Heights, Matilda, Song of Solomon, Speed the Plow, The Tempest and Candela Fuerza y Pasión in Lima Peru.
In 2017 Salgado directed and choreographed the U.S premiere of the Spanish version of In The Heights at GALA Theater in Washington D.C which received nine 2018 Helen Hayes Awards including Best Musical, Best Direction and Best Choreography.
He has appeared on Broadway in Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, ROCKY, In The Heights, On Your Feet, as well as Off-Broadway shows and Broadway tryouts The Mambo Kings (Frankie Suarez), Fame on 42nd Street (Joe Vegas, understudy) and Aida, among others.
Film credits include: American Gangster, Dirty Dancing 2, Havana Nights, and on television, the remake of Dirty Dancing, Enchanted and Step Up 2, The Streets (Alejandro), for which he also was assistant choreographer.
Salgado is the founder/director of R.Evolución Latina, an affiliate of the non-profit organization Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Luis’ personal mission as an artist and a leader is to empower society through the arts to make a change for the better.
All in all, he’s been busy. — A. Ortíz
Oct. 6 – 29, 2023
The Rhythm is Gonna Get You! October 6 – 29, 2023. Click for more information and tickets for La Mirada Theatre.
I really loved this film! It makes you realize how we take so many things for granted. And for so many, reality can be so harsh.
This film should be seen broadly. It really pulls at ones heart. I thought Eugenio Derbez was fantastic in this role, and the young actors were fabulous.
STORY: In a Mexican border town plagued by neglect, corruption, and violence, a frustrated teacher (Derbez) tries a radical new method to unleash the curiosity and potential of his students…and maybe even their genius.
Starring: Eugenio Derbez, Daniel Haddad, Jenifer Trejo, Mía Fernanda Solís, Danilo Guardiola and directed by Christopher Zalla.
Based on a true story. This film is in theaters, November 3.
This film teaches you to never give up on your dreams. I think it is a must watch.
Jose M. Hernandez was born in French Camp, California. As a youngster he worked in the fields here in the U.S.A. and Mexico. While working at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, he co-developed the first digital mammography imaging system. This invention aids in the early detection of breast cancer. He then persevered to become a crew member on Space Shuttle mission STS-128.
Synopsis: Inspired by the real-life story of NASA flight engineer José Hernández, (Michael Peña) A Million Miles Away follows him and his devoted family of proud migrant farm worker on a decades-long journey, from a rural village in Michoacán, Mexico, to the fields of the San Joaquin Valley, to more than 200 miles above the Earth in the International Space Station. With the unwavering support of his hard-working parents, relatives, and teachers, José’s unrelenting drive and determination culminates in the opportunity to achieve his seemingly impossible goal.
Acclaimed writer and director Alejandra Márquez Abella has created a dazzling tribute to the loyalty and tenacity of the entire Hernández family, as well as anyone who dares to dream.
Starring Rosa Salazar, Veronica Falcón, Julio Cesar Cedillo, Michelle Krusiec, Garret Dillahunt, and Eric Johnson.
Experiencing Gran Turismo with my number one grandson, Jimmy. Who was familiar with the game. There was a driving simulator he got to try, which he enjoyed very much. And very jazz, to be watching the film.
He gave the film, a 10 out of 10. But the highlight of the evening was, meeting the man himself, Jann Mardenborough. Check out some of our photos from the evening below.
Synopsis: Based on the true story of Jann Mardenborough, the film is the ultimate wish fulfillment tale of a teenage Gran Turismo player whose gaming skills won a series of Nissan competitions to become an actual professional race-car driver. From gamer to professional racer.
Directed by Neill Blomkamp and starring David Harbour, Orlando Bloom, Archie Madekwe, Darren Barnet, Geri Halliwell Horner and Djimon Hounsou.
Based on the PLAYSTATION STUDIOS video game. The film is in theaters now.
All-NEW character posters Paw Patrol: The Mighty Moviefeaturing: CHASE, SKYE, RUBBLE, MARSHALL, ROCKY, ZUMA, LIBERTY, and JUNIOR PATROLLERS.
Synopsis: When a magical meteor crash lands in Adventure City, it gives the PAW Patrol pups superpowers, transforming them into The MIGHTY PUPS! For Skye, the smallest member of the team, her new powers are a dream come true. But things take a turn for the worse when the pups’ arch-rival Humdinger breaks out of jail and teams up with Victoria Vance, a meteor-obsessed mad scientist, to steal the superpowers and turn themselves into supervillains. With the fate of Adventure City hanging in the balance, the Mighty Pups have to stop the supervillains before it’s too late, and Skye will need to learn that even the smallest pup can make the biggest difference.
Cast Mckenna Grace, Taraji P. Henson, Marsai Martin, Christian Convery, Ron Pardo, Lil Rel Howery, Kim Kardashian, Chris Rock, Serena Williams, Alan Kim, Brice Gonzalez, North West, Saint West, Christian Corrao, Luxton Handspiker, Nylan Parthipan, Callum Shoniker, James Marsden, Kristen Bell, and introducing Finn Lee-Epp. And directed by Cal Brunker.
Plus original Songs for PAW Patrol: The Mighty Moviefrom Christina Aguilera, Bryson Tiller, Mckenna Grace, and Blackbear.
Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies and Spin Master Entertainment Present A Spin Master Entertainment Production.
For the past few days we’ve been covering some fun Blue Beetle events around town. Promoting the highly anticipated film. Since the stars can’t promote the film, due to the strike.
Below is how we feel about the film and PLEASE support Latino creatives!
Once this film kicks in, it’s so much fun going along for the ride. It’s full of heart and familia. And what a soundtrack. Blue Beetle stars Xolo Maridueña as Jaime (Blue Beetle), Adriana Barraza is a badass abuela, Belissa Escobedo, Elpidia Carrillo, Bruna Marquezine, George Lopez, Damián Alcázar, Susan Sarandon, Raoul Max Trujillo, and Harvey Guillén. Directed by Angel Manuel Soto and screenplay by Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer.
We hope everyone will go out and support this Latino Super Hero. Marking the DC Super Hero’s first time on the big screen. Fill the theaters, on Friday, August 18.
Synopsis: Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it. As he searches to find his purpose in the world, fate intervenes when Jaime unexpectedly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology: the Scarab. When the Scarab suddenly chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he is bestowed with an incredible suit of armor capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the Super Hero BLUE BEETLE.
Photos of our adventures around town celebrating the release of Blue Beetle. Marking the DC Super Hero’s first time on the big screen. And he’s Latino!
In theaters Friday, August 18.
At a screening of the Blue Beetle with my number one grandson, Jimmy. Once this film kicks in, it’s so much fun going along on the ride. It’s full of heart and familia. With a great a soundtrack.
We got our FREE Blue Beetle tacos at Tacos 1986 on taco Tuesday. We went to the Burbank, CA store. Tacos 1986 is a Tijuana-style taqueria.Their tacos were tasty.
These images are from Warner Brother’s Blue Beetle take over of BLVD MRTK with a block party, in Montebello, CA.
The boys are back in town and more brutal than ever! Brace yourself for a psychedelic, gorey and hilarious adventure with the band mates of Metalocalypse; Pickles, Nathan Explosion, Murderface, Skwisgaar Skwigelf, and Toki Wartooth. A movie any die hard fan could only wet dream about. Grab your nearest baby metal head and plop their ass down for a hell of an experience never before seen. — Maud
Synopsis: After the heroic rescue of Toki Wartooth, DETHKLOK frontman Nathan Explosion finds himself traumatized in a BRUTAL professional and romantic flat-spin all while he is tasked with fulfilling the prophecy and confronting the ultimate songwriting challenge: write the SONG OF SALVATION and save the planet. Can Nathan Explosion look beyond his brutally damaged ego to save his band, stop the Metalocalypse, and finally face the ultimate evil: Salacia?
On August 22, the highly anticipated release of the original animated movie, Metalocalypse Army of the Doomstar, will be available on Digital and Blu-ray. Special features included. From Warner Bros Home entertainment.
We loved it! Need to watch it again, to be able to hear some of the dialogue we missed because of so much laughter. My eleven year-old grandson said, of ALL the films he’s seen so far this year, this has been the best.
Ortíz and Rodriguez familia
Synopsis: After years of being sheltered from the human world, the Turtle brothers set out to win the hearts of New Yorkers and be accepted as normal teenagers through heroic acts. Their new friend April O’Neil helps them take on a mysterious crime syndicate, but they soon get in over their heads when an army of mutants is unleashed upon them.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is directed by Jeff Rowe, co-directed by Kyler Spears. The screenplay is by Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Jeff Rowe, Dan Hernandez, and Benji Samit.
Cast Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Hannibal Buress, Rose Byrne, Nicolas Cantu, John Cena, Jackie Chan, Ice Cube, Natasia Demetriou, Ayo Edebiri, Giancarlo Esposito, Post Malone, Brady Noon, Seth Rogen, Paul Rudd, and Maya Rudolph.
Based on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles characters created by Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman. And brought to you by Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies.
Laugh Out Loud with The Wayans Bros.: The complete series coming to DVD on February 4.
Premiering in 1995, The Wayans Bros. quickly became a fan favorite with its hilarious mix of family dynamics, quirky characters, and memorable one-liners. Following the misadventures of two distinctly different brothers sharing an apartment in New York City, the series was a cultural touchstone for ’90s television blending physical humor, clever wit, and heartfelt moments. The Wayans Bros. was created by Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Leslie Ray, and David Steven Simon.
° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° Regular Show: The Complete Series is coming to DVD. Enjoy the hit series on February 4.
About the series: Regular Show follows the lives of best friends Mordecai and Rigby, whose lazy afternoon adventures always seem to be interrupted by zombies and misadventures with their gang of friends Benson, Pops, Muscle Man, Hi-Five Ghost, Skips, Thomas, Margaret and Eileen or sometimes even dealing with Death himself.
Created by JG Quintel and produced by Cartoon Network Studios, the series originally premiered in September 2010 and remains to be a massive hit with new and old fans alike.
Regular Show: The Complete Series, includes all 245 episodes created over the years, including specials, and a movie.
° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° The Last of Us: The Complete First Season available for the first time ever in a 4K Ultra HD Steelbook limited-edition collectable on March 18.
In anticipation of the Season 2 premiere of The Last of Us on HBO, catch up on all nine episodes of the critically-acclaimed first season, along with nearly 3 hours of special features!
Synopsis: The Last of Us takes place 20 years after modern civilization has been destroyed. Joel (Pedro Pascal), a hardened survivor, is hired to smuggle Ellie (Bella Ramsey), a 14-year-old girl, out of an oppressive quarantine zone. What starts as a small job soon becomes a brutal and heartbreaking journey as they both must traverse the U.S. and depend on each other for survival.
° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° Moana 2 is now available at Digital retailers, and will be released on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD March 18.
Synopsis:Moana 2 reunites Moana (Auli’i Cravalho and Maui (Dwayne Johnson) three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller.
Kakamora Chronicles–Ever wanted to know more about the Kakamora? Gather
’round while Moni, everyone’s favorite Motunui historian, tells the tales from real
Solomon Island folklore surrounding the mysterious and unforgettable beings known as
the Kakamora. Fun in the Booth–Step inside the recording booth with the brilliant and talented actors of Moana 2 for some creative fun as they bring their characters to life. Deleted Scenes–Overall introduction to deleted scenes by directors.
° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° Shameless The complete series. All 134 episodes from theEmmy® Award Winning series will be available to purchase on DVD March 18.
Synopsis: Meet Frank Gallagher (William H. Macy): proud, working-class patriarch to a motley brood of six smart, spirited and independent kids who, without him, would be…better off. In Frank’s booze-addled view, parenting just eats into his hard-earned bar-crawling time around Chicago–so he leaves it to eldest daughter Fionna (Emmy Rossum) to hold down the fort. Bearing the de facto parent badge/burden, she’s donned the proverbial apron and makes sure her younger siblings do their chores, keep a clean-ish home, and everyone (no matter how small) works to keep the house lights on, as well as food on the table. Brothers Lip (Jeremy Allen White), Ian (Cameron Monaghan), and Carl (Ethan Cutkosky) use their intellect to break every rule in the book to survive and make the bank, while younger sister Debbie (Emma Kenney) would sooner steal her share, Toddle Liam (Christian Isaiah), the youngest, is just happy to be along for the ride. The Gallaghers are irreverent, endearing, resilient–and they’re absolutely, wildly and unapologetically Shameless.
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We watched the first five episodes of the new series and we are hooked!
