The Writer’s Room: Criterion Sale Picks

The writers of The Frida Cinema share their recommendations for the Barnes and Noble Criterion Collection sale, streaming selections on the Criterion channel, and which movies they’d like to see in the collection.
Big Beat: 10 Musical Documentaries

Frida writing team member Anthony McKelroy takes readers on a tour through 10 modern musical documentaries.
6 Must-See Denzel Washington Performances

In anticipation of our upcoming screenings of Malcolm X, Frida writing team member Justina Bonilla shares her list of 6 must-see Denzel Washington performances.
Justina Bonilla’s Top 10 Favorite Richard Donner Productions

In tribute to the late, great Richard Donner, Frida writing team member Justina Bonilla shares her 10 favorite films and television episodes directed by him.
Frida After Dark: July 2021

Frida writing team member Isa Bulnes-Shaw gives readers the scoop on July’s Frida After Dark line-up, which also doubles as our Verhoeven Month series!
The Decline of Western Civilization: 40th Anniversary Interview with Penelope Spheeris

Frida writing team member Justina Bonilla talks with director Penelope Spheeris on the eve of the 40th anniversary of her groundbreaking punk documentary The Decline of Western Civilization.
Frida After Dark: June 2021

Frida writing team member Isa Bulnes-Shaw gives readers a sneak peek at Pride Month’s Frida After Dark line-up.
Scene Selections Episode 12: Twilight Revue Live

Recorded LIVE at the Frida Cinema’s Breaking Dawn double feature on 5/28/21, Anthony & Miquela discuss the Twilight Saga with volunteers from the audience.
Y2K Films: The Digital Heartache of A.I.

“I am. I was.”
Top 10 A Nightmare on Elm Street Death Scenes

Frida writing team member Justina Bonilla catalogues the 10 best kills from the A Nightmare on Elm Street series.
AAPI Heritage Month: Oscar Pioneers

Frida writing team member Justina Bonilla lists the various Asian American and Pacific Islander talents to be awarded and nominated throughout Oscar history.
Vampires Are Supposed to Be Sexy!

Frida writing team member Nicole Nguyen examines the history of “sexy” vampires in film and literature.
World of Animation

Are you an Orange County student who is currently in, or about to enter. Grades 7th – 12th? If so, we invite you to register for our free Summer 2021 WORLD OF ANIMATION program! This online Film-viewing + Discussion program will take place every Tuesday afternoon at 3pm starting Tuesday, June 15h!
Big Screen Rewind

Join us this June for our Big Screen Rewind series, highlighting great movies of the past year that were denied a proper theatrical experience by the COVID pandemic.
Tools 4 Schools

Join the Frida Cinema in helping Tools 4 Schools gather backpacks and school supplies for kids in Santa Ana and neighboring communities!