March 27th, 2026
Get ready to meet Kevin, the housecat who decides that he’s done with humans.
Kevin is a new adult animated series coming to Prime Video on April 20th. When his human “owners” unexpectedly break up, Kevin makes a decision of his own: he’s breaking up with them too. He leaves home and moves into a local pet rescue, in which a band of misfit animals helps navigate independence and what he truly wants out of life.
The series was written and produced by NHMC’s Visionary Alliance member, Aubrey Plaza, and stars Joe Wengert, who also serves as showrunner.
Watch the first look of the series:
A new film about, produced by, and starring Latinas has arrived in Hollywood.
The film Valentina blends narrative and documentary storytelling to follow a young woman, Valentina, as she navigates identity and survival. Valentina, played by Keyla Monterroso Mejia, goes through a series of bureaucratic mishaps while trying to complete a simple to-do list at the El Paso–Juárez border, highlighting the realities of life, culture, and economic challenges in the region.
This independent film is directed by Tatti Ribeiro and executive produced by Jessica Alba and Tracey Nyberg through Lady Metalmark Entertainment, which also shines a light on the barriers Latina creatives face in Hollywood.
Special screenings are currently ongoing, with streaming announcements expected soon.
New York Times bestselling author Xochitl Gonzalez is set to release her new book, Last Night in Brooklyn
The novel follows 26-year-old Alicia Canales Forten, who feels trapped between expectation and desire, caught in a life that no longer excites her. After a night out in Brooklyn, she becomes drawn to this new, vibrant world.
Alicia becomes captivated by a fashion designer, La Garza, and is pushed to confront what she truly wants. The plot takes place during a presidential election and a looming fiscal crisis. Last Night in Brooklyn explores the complexities of the American Dream for people of color at the edge of a cultural turning point.It will be released on April 21st. Pre-order now!
Get your family together and get ready to explore new galaxies with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, coming to theaters April 1!
In this new adventure, Mario and his friends face a new threat as they work to protect the Mushroom Kingdom. When Bowser Jr. sets out on a mission to free his father, Bowser; Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Toad take the journey beyond their world and into space to stop him.
In this new movie, you’ll meet familiar faces from your favorite Nintendo Mario games, both heroes and villains, making this a fun, action-packed experience for all.
The movie stars Latino talent such as Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach and Luis Guzman as Wart.
Movie tickets are on sale now!
The Full Frame Documentary Film Festival is an annual international event dedicated to the exhibition of nonfiction cinema. Each spring, Full Frame welcomes filmmakers and film lovers from around the world. The festival is a program of Duke University’s Center for Documentary Studies.
This year, the festival will be showcasing more than 60 films alongside parties, panels, and more. Among these are projects from standout Latino creators.
This year’s lineup runs from April 16th - April 19th at the Durham Convention Center in Durham, North Carolina. Availability following the festival will vary by film, depending on distribution deals made during or after the festival.
Inner Wave, the Latin alternative indie-pop band from Los Angeles, California, just released their fifth studio album, See You When I Get Back. The band describes the album as deeply personal and reflective. The album explores maturity, change, growth, and memory, and they look back on relationships, life transitions, and the emotional highs and lows of years on tour.
Alongside the album, Inner Wave released their first feature film, See You When I Get Back (2026). Starring the band, the film follows a struggling group on the brink of burnout, but then their pursuit of success takes a supernatural twist. The band discovers a mysterious orb that grants three wishes. Their dreams suddenly feel within reach, but every wish comes with a terrifying cost, leading to a comical yet chilling journey into ambition and consequence.
The band is also hitting the road! Check to see if they’re coming to a city near you and grab your tickets. Follow them on Instagram for tour updates, and stream See You When I Get Back on all platforms.
If We Never End, by Cuban-American author Laura Taylor Namey, is here! The perfect addition to your summer reading list.
Sylvie Castellano is preparing for an uneventful summer, stuck at home with Tía Vivian while her friends travel and her parents work nonstop. All she wants is an adventure…and she gets one in the most unexpected way when she discovers a vintage gold watch. She realizes that the watch does far more than tell time, and with a single turn of the dial, she summons a ghost boy named Penn.
Penn has no memory beyond his name, and Sylvie is determined to help him uncover the truth behind his death. Curiosity soon turns into the adventure she’s been craving. But as they get closer to the truth, a discovery threatens to unravel everything. The watch holds secrets far greater than Penn’s past, and Sylvie may be risking more than just her heart.
Add it to your summer TBR list and purchase now!
The Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW) is dedicated to nurturing leaders by expanding leadership capacity, fostering awareness of critical issues, building supportive networks, and strengthening communities.
CAPAW is accepting applications for the 2026 sHERO Discovery Program. This is an empowering leadership experience designed for women of color with five years or less of professional experience. The goals are to:
Each cohort will include 16 women. Each cohort can participate in a two-part program, with Part 1 offered twice, followed by Part 2. The first cohort for Part 1 begins on April 7, 2026, and the second begins on September 15, 2026.
The program runs for three months and takes place on Zoom. Sessions are held every other Tuesday from 6:30–7:45 PM ET (1 hour and 15 minutes). As part of the program, participants are required to create and implement a project that positively impacts their communities by addressing issues related to racism.Check out all the details on their website - Apply now for Phase 1!
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is a social justice organization that advocates and litigates for civil rights. They have opened up their 2026 NAACP Cinematic Shorts Competition in partnership with Adobe.
This competition will take place during the 117th NAACP National Convention in Chicago, IL, from July 16th – 22nd. This competition will give six filmmakers the opportunity to produce a short film addressing issues of social justice. The winning filmmakers will each be awarded a $10K budget to produce a short film in conjunction with the NAACP Hollywood Bureau and NAACP+ Studios.
Requirements:
Deadline April 17, 2026, at 8:45 PM (PST)/11:45 PM (EST)
