Experience the magic of Latino cinema—films that inspire, provoke thought, and showcase the depth of Latino storytelling.
In the Time of the Butterflies (2001)
Behind the dictatorship’s iron grip, four sisters dare to resist. Based on Julia Alvarez’s novel, this gripping film unravels the true story of the Mirabal sisters, whose courage turns them into legends. As love and revolution collide, their fight for freedom comes at a deadly cost—one that history will never forget.
One Hundred Years of Solitude (2024)
Netflix series One Hundred Years of Solitude is a faithful adaptation of Gabriel García Márquez’s novel, following the Buendía family through generations in the magical town of Macondo. With an all Colombian cast, directed by Rodrigo García, the series captures the book’s surreal, magical realism, blending real-life struggles with fantastical events. In Spanish, with rich visual storytelling, it stays true to the novel’s complex themes of solitude, love, and fate.
Like Water for Chocolate
(2024)
Like Water for Chocolate is a new TV series adaptation of the classic Mexican novel by Laura Esquivel. Executive produced by Salma Hayek Pinault, this series focuses on the story of Tita, a woman whose emotions intertwine with her cooking, creating magical realism as she navigates love and family expectations during the Mexican Revolution.
Like Water For Chocolate
(1992)
Like Water for Chocolate was first adapted in 1992 when it was directed by Alfonso Arau, based on the best-selling novel by Laura Esquivel. The film is a dramatic and sensual tale that blends elements of magical realism, romance, and family dynamics within the context of Mexican culture.
The House of the Spirits
(1993)
Adapted on screen in 1993, The House of Spirits was directed by Bille August, staring movie stars like Meryl Streep, Winona Ryder, and Antonio Banderas. The film is based on Isabel Allende’s novel and explores the life of a Chilean family over several generations, mixing historical events with magical realism.