Fresh News 09/14/2022

Posted by on November 01, 2022

Ready for your weekly fix of fresh news? There is so much to catch up on!

TelevisaUnivision Ups Ignacio Meyer To President Of U.S. Networks

Courtesy of Deadline

After working many executive positions within the company and most recently working in the music and non-scripted entertainment division, TelevisaUnivision moves up Ignacio Meyer as president. He shares that he is looking forward to “continuing to deliver on our commitment to inform, empower and entertain our audience.”

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‘Wolf Pack’: Rodrigo Santoro Joins Sarah Michelle Gellar In Paramount+ Series

Courtesy of Deadline

Rodrigo Santoro will be playing lead opposite Sarah Gellar in the new series “Wolf Pack.” He was casted for the role of park ranger Garret Briggs. His character protects the environment and is an adoptive father to two teenagers whose lives were changed after a California wildfire. 

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Ismael Cruz Córdova On Disrupting Status Quo With Role In ‘Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power’ – Emmy Red Carpet

Courtesy of Deadline

Afro Latino Ismael Córdova knew there would be backlash for playing an elf on “Lord Of The Rings: The Rings of Power.” Although it's a challenge dealing with hate, Córdova says the love he receives through DMs makes what he does worth it. 

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Mexican Creator Launches Kickstarter to Make B-Movie About Killer ‘Narco Shark’ – Yes, This is Real

Courtesy of Remezcla

Gerardo Preciado, a composer and comic book writer, is looking for help to produce B-movie “Narco Shark” a mix of Sharksploitation and Mexploitation genres. This would be the first time Preciado will be directing a movie. A trailer has been made to attract investors.

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Andy Samberg’s ‘Digman!’ Animated Series Casts Six Including Melissa Fumero, Tim Meadows, Tim Robinson

Courtesy of Deadline

Melissa Fumero gets casted for new comedic animated series “Digman.” She will be a recurring guest on the show. Fumero has been on “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”, “Gossip Girl”, and “One Life to Live.” Tim Meadows, Tim Robinson, Mitra Jouhari, Dale Soules and Guz Khan have also been casted for "Digman."

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WATCH: ‘National Treasure’ Series Gets First Trailer & Sets Latina Lead on Quest to Uncover Family Secrets

Courtesy of Remezcla

Lisette Olivera can be seen as a 22 year old Dreamer, Jess Valenzuela. The trailer was first seen at the D23 Expo.The show follows her character and group of friends that are on a Pan American treasure hunt. 

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Netflix’s ‘Santo,’ an Occult Crime Actioner, Broken Down by Carlos Lopez, Vicente Amorim, Bruno Gagliasso (EXCLUSIVE)

Courtesy of Variety

New netflix show, “Santo” follows two cops who are chasing a drug trafficker in Spain and Brazil. The show is a crime procedural that connects two different cities from two different counties filled with action, evil, drama, and more. The show is out now!

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NewFilmmakers LA Launches 2022 InFocus: Latinx and Hispanic Cinema Film Festival

Courtesy of Variety

2022 InFocus will be launching an in person Latine film festival Sept 23-24th in association with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. It will include screenings, filmmaker Q&A sessions, industry development programs and educational panels.

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‘Carmen’ Review: Melissa Barrera and Paul Mescal in a Bizet Riff With More Passion Than Point

Melissa Barrera from In the Heights plays Carmen in the film “Carmen.” The film is about a love story between a Mexican woman and an American man running from the police for different reasons. The film was inspired by Bizet’s opera and is being directed by french choreographer Benjamin Millepied. 

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Fate: The Winx Saga’s Paulina Chávez Explains Why Flora Is So Important to the Latino Community

Courtesy of E! News

The highly anticipated character, Flora, will finally be in season two of “Fate: The Winx Saga.” Paulina Chávez will be playing the role and she understands the expectations set by the fans. Thankfully, many fans are happy that a Latina is playing Flora, a big win for the community. 

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