Latinas' Contribution to Hollywood is Strictly Cosmetic
Think of a Latina in Hollywood. Who did you think of?
Jennifer Lopez
Salma Hayek
Penelope cruz
Eva mendez
Eva Longoria
sofia vergara
These are the names that usually come to mind. So, what do they have in common?
Other than their success on the big screen and concert stages, these Latinas are known for their glowing olive skin, their curves, and their legendary butts.
However, although the presence of these Latinas is diversitying the industry, they are not reinvigorating young Latinas' confidence. Instead, our Latina role models are representing another unnattainable ideal.
In my opinion the problem with Latinas in the media - JLo, Sophia, all of those girls - is that they all look the same. I guess we are supposed to feel better that they look a little more like us? I guess, but I see a problem in that. If we don't look like that are we not Latinas?
Sara*
(Sophomore)