Lyra Hale

Middle Earth, United States

Editor-in-Chief at Fangirlish

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A Quick Guide to Netflix Tudum 2025

1 week ago | remezcla.com | Lyra Hale

Netflix Tudum 2025 is almost here. The must-see program features Netflix’s biggest stars across their film and TV programs. Hosted by Colombian-American actress Sofia Carson, the live event will preview their upcoming slate but also include can’t miss performances like Lady Gaga herself. With so much information going around for Netlix Tudum 2025, we’re breaking down when and where the event takes place, where you can watch, and what you can expect, from the Latine side of things especially.
The Cast of 'Fear Street: Prom Queen' on Why Women Love Horror

1 week ago | fangirlish.com | Lyra Hale

When it comes to horror, women dominate. We’re the scream queens, the final girls, and the ones who come back again for the sequels. And even when we’re killed off, our presence remains pivotal to the storytelling. This is at the heart of why women love horror. And it’s also at the heart of Netflix’s Fear Street: Prom Queen.
The Ugly Stepsister Review: Cinderella Meets The Substance

1 week ago | fangirlish.com | Lyra Hale

The Ugly Stepsister is what remakes or adaptations or classics need to aspire to be like. Nowadays, when it comes to Cinderella retellings, everything is so uniform and predictable. There is no room for true vision, commentary, or even transformation of a story in a way that makes it feel fresh yet relatable. But The Ugly Stepsister leans into the Grimm’s Fairy Tales of it all and delivers a movie that feels like Cinderella meets The Substance. At the heart of The Ugly Stepsister is Elvira.
The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 7 Review

1 week ago | fangirlish.com | Lyra Hale

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 7 ended on a shocking cliffhanger. When I initially watched this episode I was hoping that the Abby of it all would be tied with a little bow and done. I didn’t have a season 3 announcement. But here we are with a season finale that teases how we’re going to get Abby’s take of things in Seattle. And honestly I don’t care. I don’t care about Abby or her woes and have transformed into someone who is cheering on Ellie’s rights and her wrongs.
Doctor Who Season 2, Episode 7 Review: ‘Wish World’

1 week ago | fangirlish.com | Lyra Hale

Doctor Who Season 2, Episode 7 “Wish World” continues feeling like classic era adventures thanks to the writing of Russell T. Davies. For new fans, this is the first time we’re introduced to The Doctor taking on the role of John Smith. But for fans of the show, this feels kind of like coming home. The times when we have had John Smith have led to some of the most out of box or memorable episodes. And I see that with what was done with The Doctor and Belinda.
Meet Kevin Leonel, the Dominican-American Designer Fusing Sports with Fashion

2 weeks ago | remezcla.com | Lyra Hale

Remezcla Meets is a video and editorial series that takes audiences inside the studios of groundbreaking creators, documenting their craft and exploring how their upbringing and Latine heritage shape their work. Through intimate conversations and immersive visuals, this series highlights the voices pushing the boundaries of film, art, culture, and identity. For this Remezcla Meets we traveled to the studio of Dominican-American fashion designer Kevin Leonel in Staten Island.
Tales From the 118 Episode 18: Season 8 Episode 18 “Seismic Shifts” Review

2 weeks ago | fangirlish.com | Lyra Hale

Lizzie and Lyra dive into 9-1-1 Season 8, Episode 18 “Seismic Shifts” aka the Season 8 finale. And while we’re happy they leaned into the family dynamic of it all, by the end of the episode, they dropped the ball on so many storylines and thought they could tie it all together with a montage. Eddie just needed someone to tell him to stay? Because as much as we loved Chimney’s speech, are we going to ignore the whole Chris going to Texas because he saw his dad with a doppelganger of his mom?
The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 6 Review

2 weeks ago | fangirlish.com | Lyra Hale

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 6 has completely reshaped how I think about Season 2. I was so sure that I understood the situation between Joel and Ellie. I was also sure that I understood Ellie’s pain or her journey. This episode proved me wrong. And I’m equal parts shocked, delighted, and thrown off with how this episode changes things. Because I knew that Joel died in The Last of Us II. I’ve known for years. And it was the reason why I could never finish the game.
Doctor Who Season 2, Episode 6 Review: 'The Interstellar Song Contest'

3 weeks ago | fangirlish.com | Lyra Hale

Believe it or not, Doctor Who Season 2 Episode 6 “The Interstellar Song Contest” reminded me a lot of The Last of Us. On the TV adaptation of the blockbuster game, which don’t worry, I won’t get into spoilers, there’s a continuous cycle of violence that is core to the show. Hurt people, hurt people. And the cycle keeps going as some who have been rightfully wronged, take it out on others. Some of them deserved it on The Last of Us. Let’s not sugarcoat it. But some didn’t.
EXCLUSIVE: Drag Race Icon Aja on the 'Beautiful' Latina Representation on 'All Stars 10'

3 weeks ago | remezcla.com | Lyra Hale

RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars Season 10 star Aja is well aware that this season is brimming with Latina representation. The Brooklyn based drag artist caught up with Remezcla at the Premiere Party in NYC at Gitano for Season 10. And during our interview we talked about the 18 drag icons on the show. Because it isn’t just about this being the biggest cast All Stars has had yet. This is also a watershed moment for Latina representation on the show with nine queens having Latin American heritage.