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More than 100 Latino creatives sign an open letter urging Hollywood to boost Latino voices in development and casting, push for non-stereotypical leads, hire Latino executives in greenlighting rooms, and involve Latino consultants, writers, and producers early in projects, in response to Odessa A’zion’s Deep Cuts controversy and broader representation concerns.
Zoe Saldaña stars in Netflix's new thriller/musical "Emilia Pérez," marking her first major Spanish-speaking role. The film, directed by Jacques Audiard, features Saldaña as Rita, a lawyer entangled in a cartel boss's secret transition journey. Saldaña, whose heritage is Dominican and Puerto Rican, expressed that opportunities to use her bilingual skills were previously limited due to industry biases. The film, which also stars Karla Sofía Gascón and Selena Gomez, won the best actress prize at Cannes and is now streaming on Netflix.
Nkechi Okoro Carroll, showrunner of "All American," joins a small group of Black women whose TV shows have reached 100 episodes. Carroll, who co-founded the Black Women Who Brunch group, took over "All American" after being inspired by its pilot. The show, now in its sixth season, addresses significant issues in student athletics and has deeply connected with audiences through its portrayal of personal struggles. Carroll's leadership has also fostered growth and opportunities for the show's cast and crew.