Ep.37: Ugly Betty (Pilot Papis)

Ep.37: Ugly Betty (Pilot Papis)

On this special Pilot Papis episode of Cine Papis, the crew kicks off a new series where we watch and break down the pilot episodes of classic TV shows, starting with Ugly Betty, the American adaptation inspired by the iconic Colombian telenovela Betty La Fea and the many versions it sparked around the world. The Papis dive into how the show introduces Betty, the fashion-world chaos, the comedy, the heart, and what made this story connect across cultures for so many years. Also, sorry for the one-day delay on this episode, but we’re back with a fun one.  What movie should we do next? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep.36: Puerto Ricans In Paris feat. Ramon Pesante

On this episode of Cine Papis, the papis are joined by Ramon Pesante to break down the wild buddy-comedy Puerto Ricans in Paris starring Luis Guzmán and Rosario Dawson. The crew dives into the movie’s over-the-top take on Puerto Rican culture, the fish-out-of-water comedy of NYC detectives navigating Paris fashion culture, and whether the film deserves more love than it got when it released. They also debate Latino representation in Hollywood, funniest moments from the movie, how the comedy aged over time, and give out their MVP, Imposter of the Week, and Papi Points ratings.    What movie should we do next? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep.35: Sicario feat. Anthony Palmini

This week the Cine Papis dive into Sicario, the tense crime thriller starring Benicio Del Toro, Emily Blunt, and Josh Brolin, joined by special guest Anthony Palmini, a voice actor best known for his audiobook work, including A Court of Wings and Ruin. The crew breaks down the film’s brutal look at the war on drugs, Del Toro’s chilling performance as Alejandro, the moral gray areas that make the story so uncomfortable, and why Sicario still hits as one of the most intense thrillers of the 2010s. With Anthony bringing his perspective as a performer and storyteller, the Papis get into the movie’s suspense, atmosphere, standout scenes, and of course hand out their MVP, Imposter of the Week, and official Papi Points. What movie should we do next? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep.34: Blue Beetle

This week the Cine Papis break down Blue Beetle starring Xolo Maridueña as Jaime Reyes, diving into DC’s first live-action Latino superhero lead, the film’s strong family dynamic, and how the movie blends action, comedy, culture, and coming-of-age themes. The guys talk about the Scarab powers, George Lopez stealing scenes, the emotional moments that grounded the story, and whether Blue Beetle deserved more love at the box office. Plus, the Cine Papis give out their MVPs, debate the biggest standout performances, break down the movie’s Latino representation, and rate the film on the Papi Points System.  What movie should we do next? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep.33: Raising Victor Vargas feat. Judy Marte

This week the Cine Papis sit down with Judy Marte for a special episode centered on Raising Victor Vargas, diving deep into the film’s raw and authentic portrayal of coming-of-age life in New York’s Lower East Side. With Judy in the conversation, the crew explores her experience bringing the character of Judy to life, behind-the-scenes stories from set, and how the film captured a level of realism that still resonates today. The episode unpacks themes of young love, reputation, and identity while reflecting on the cultural impact of the film, its honest depiction of Latino adolescence, and why it continues to stand as a timeless indie classic. What movie should we do next? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.