Titles that broke ground — in representation, awards, or the box office.
A comedy-drama about a young woman's unexpected pregnancy. It matters as it explores themes of family and religion.
Coco is a film about a boy who dreams of becoming a musician. It matters because it explores Mexican culture
Toro is a film about a man seeking revenge. It matters as it portrays a character's quest for justice
The series is a heist story. It matters as it explores a complex plan
Ugly Betty is a TV series about a writer. It matters because it portrays a Latina lead character.
City of God is a film about two young men in Rio's favelas. It matters because it documents drug-related violence.
Encanto is a film about a magical family in Colombia. It matters as it tells the story of an ordinary person saving their family.
Blue Beetle is a film about a college grad who finds an alien relic. It matters as it is directed by Ángel Manuel Soto.
This film tells the story of a woman's rise to drug trafficking legend. It matters as a portrayal of a woman's experience in this context.
Las chicas del cable is a film about women in 1920s Madrid. It matters as it portrays women in the modern workplace.
A woman navigates life after a violent act during Brazil's 1971 dictatorship. It matters as a film about resilience.
Spy Kids is a film about a family of secret agents. It matters because it shows a family's return to the business.
This film is about a car crash in Mexico City. It was directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu.
El Mariachi is a film about a musician tracking a drug lord. It matters as it showcases Robert Rodriguez's direction.
Celia tells the story of Celia Cruz, a legend of Latin music. It matters as a biography of a notable figure.
Elite Squad is a film about BOPE's mission to secure a slum before the pope's visit. It matters as it portrays the actions of BOPE
This film explores a Latino father-daughter relationship. It matters as it portrays rebuilding a dysfunctional relationship.
Roma is a film about domestic workers in 1970s Mexico City. It was directed by Alfonso Cuarón.
This film portrays teen friendship in a rough LA neighborhood. It matters as it shows high school challenges.
El Mariachi is a film about a hitman hired for an assassination. It was directed by Robert Rodriguez.
This film is about an ex-Federale's revenge. It was directed by Robert Rodriguez and Ethan Maniquis.
La Bamba is a biographical film about Ritchie Valens. It matters because it portrays his rise to fame and personal struggles.
This film tells José M. Hernández's story, a former NASA astronaut. It was directed by Alejandra Márquez Abella.
El Mariachi is a film about a musician mistaken for a killer. It matters as it showcases Robert Rodriguez's direction.
Benjamín writes a novel about an unsolved crime. It's directed by Juan José Campanella.
A teacher tries a new method to engage students in a troubled Mexican town. It's directed by Christopher Zalla.
Frida is a biography of artist Frida Kahlo. It matters because it portrays her life and work.
The film is about Sayra, an Indigenous Latina American teenage girl from Honduras. The film was directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga and won 14 a…
Film about 2 Mexican-American sisters. It explores their past and identity.
Valentin is a playboy who must care for a baby. It was directed by Eugenio Derbez.
The Motorcycle Diaries is a film based on Che Guevara's journals. It matters because it recounts his early adventures
Cristela is a film about a law student. It matters because it portrays a Mexican-American family's traditional values.
The Alchemist is a film about a group's mystical journey. It matters as it represents Jodorowsky's work.
Selena is a biographical drama about Selena Quintanilla's life. It matters as a representation of Mexican-American talent.
The Heiresses is a film about a woman forced to face a new reality after her girlfriend's imprisonment. The film is directed by Marcelo Mar…
Kiss of the Spider Woman is a film about two men in a Latin American prison cell. It matters because it portrays their experiences.
