August 7, 2026
Fractured: The Stories of Those Left Behind is a documentary series and social media campaign exploring the human impact of ICE and CBP enforcement through the voices of the families and loved ones left behind. Moving beyond headlines and statistics, Fractured centers intimate, first-hand stories of people whose lives have been upended by detention, deportation and family separation. Through personal interviews, the series reveals the emotional, social, and economic consequences that extend far beyond the person detained, highlighting the ripple effects on spouses, children, neighbors, coworkers, employers, schools, and entire communities.
Watch new episodes weekly on the Fractured YouTube channel, along with related content on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
The city of Whittier and the California Comedy Hall Of Fame present the Whittier Comedy Film Festival, taking place October 17-18th.
Dedicated to screening the best in comedy and family friendly fare, the Whittier Film Festival celebrates filmmakers—both new and established. Thoughtful, uplifting and engaging films are especially welcomed. The Whittier Film Festival offers filmmakers a chance to get their films screened in a state-of-the-art cinema, hobnob with local celebrities, network with industry professionals and fellow festival filmmakers, while promoting their talent and films to a world-wide audience on a global scale!
Key dates for the festival are:
Gala & Opening Night Celebration - October 17
Film Screenings, Workshops & Special Red Carpet Events - Oct 17 & 18
Cuban-Dominican comedian and actor Marcello Hernández stars alongside Kevin Hart in the new comedy 72 Hours.
Directed by Tim Story, 72 Hours follows Joe, a 40-year-old executive who accidentally gets added to a group chat for a bachelor party. After showing up to the weekend getaway, he finds himself surrounded by twenty-somethings and caught in a series of adventures as he tries to fit in with the group.
Marcello, best known as a cast member on Saturday Night Live, is continuing to expand his presence in film with Netflix's newest comedy. The film also features Mexican-Canadian actor Michael Mando, Andy Garcia, Mason Gooding, Kam Patterson, and Ben Marshall.
72 Hours is now streaming on Netflix. Be sure to check it out!
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Academy Award nominee Monica Barbaro stars in the new romantic comedy One Night Only.
Directed by Will Gluck, the story follows Allie and Owen, played by BAFTA nominee Callum Turner. These two strangers meet while searching for love in a slightly fictionalized New York City on the one night of the year when sex is legal for single people.
Following her Academy Award-nominated performance in A Complete Unknown and breakout role in Top Gun: Maverick, Barbaro continues to take on leading roles in Hollywood. The film also features Ben Marshall, Maya Hawke, Molly Ringwald, Julia Fox, and Quintessa Swindell.
One Night Only is in theaters now. Be sure to check it out on the big screen!
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The wait is finally over! Netflix's adaptation of Gabriel García Márquez's legendary novel One Hundred Years of Solitude returns with Part 2 of the mini-series.
Based on the Nobel Prize-winning Colombian author's iconic work, the series continues the story of the Buendía family and their generations-long journey in the town of Macondo.
Adapted from one of Latin America's most popular literary works, One Hundred Years of Solitude highlights Colombian talent both in front of and behind the camera. The series features a predominantly Colombian cast, including Claudio Cataño, Marleyda Soto, and Janer Villarreal, bringing the iconic story to life while showcasing the richness and power of Latino stories on a global stage.
One Hundred Years of Solitude Part 2 premieres on Netflix on August 13th.
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Naima Coster’s Take What You Can brings readers a story about friendship, motherhood, and the bonds that shape us.
Her latest novel follows Val and Milly, two longtime friends who reconnect after years apart as they navigate marriage, motherhood, and the challenges of growing together while also changing as individuals.
Set between Brooklyn and southern France, Take What You Can explores chosen family, class, independence, and the complexities of the relationships that define our lives. Through the story of two women finding their way through life’s changes, Naima Coster highlights the challenges of friendship and what it means to build a life on your own terms.
If you’re looking for your next read, order Take What You Can here!
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Ever had a dream feel more real than life itself?
Coming August 25th, Andrea Beatriz Arango’s, No Place on Earth follows Gustavo Santos Costa, a young boy who moves to Yellowstone National Park and begins experiencing increasingly difficult nightmares. When Gus discovers he can meet his classmate Kordell in his dreams, the two boys begin helping each other face challenges in both their dreams and everyday lives.
From the Newbery Honor-winning author of Iveliz Explains It All, No Place on Earth explores courage, friendship, and mental health. Through the characters, she highlights the importance of supporting others through difficult moments.
Preorder No Place on Earth here and check out her latest novel arriving August 25, 2026!
John Manuel Arias, the national bestselling author of Where There Was Fire, returns with his latest novel Crocodilopolis!
Set in Costa Rica, the story follows Seth Oreamundo, a former politician living in exile who returns home seeking revenge against his younger brother Osario after a betrayal changes their lives forever.
Through a mix of family drama, revenge, and political intrigue, Arias explores themes of power and destiny while examining how personal conflicts can impact an entire nation. Crocodilopolis offers readers a story filled with twists, complex characters, and a deeper look at the forces that shape our lives.
Pre-order Crocodilopolis here, arriving August 25th.
