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Alex Valencia

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Alex Valencia is a freelance writer, journalist, and critic. Specializing in Latine and LGBTQ+ content, Alex provides insightful reviews and articles that amplify diverse voices and stories.

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Cutaways (2025) EDIT “Schwab’s voice remains confident, and his affection for these messy, flawed characters is evident throughout. The film doesn’t aim to be groundbreaking; instead, it offers a raw, intimate look at what’s left when the spotlight fades.” – Q+ Magazine Feb 3, 2026 Full Review 10DANCE (2025) EDIT “10DANCE is, at its most stripped-down version, a deeply romantic film. It believes that love doesn’t weaken ambition; it completes it. That the perfect dance partner isn’t the one who obeys, but the one who understands.” – Q+ Magazine Dec 18, 2025 Full Review I Wish You All the Best (2024) 86% EDIT “From the first scene, Dorfman’s hand as a director feels deeply personal. She captures the suffocating stillness of rejection, the discomfort of starting over, and the hesitant joy of self-discovery with remarkable sensitivity.” – Q+ Magazine Nov 3, 2025 Full Review Plainclothes (2025) 83% EDIT “The film captures the internal battle of a man desperate for freedom yet bound by duty, shame, and fear. Lucas’ journey is one of self-discovery, but also repression, guilt, and longing. ” – Q+ Magazine Sep 19, 2025 Full Review Twinless (2025) 97% EDIT “What makes Twinless stand out is its ability to surprise. Just when we think we know where it’s headed, it veers off, challenging us to reconsider what we know about love, loss, and the ways people cope with both.” – Q+ Magazine Sep 5, 2025 Full Review Almost Popular (2024) EDIT “Almost Popular doesn’t reinvent the coming-of-age wheel. But it does give us a fresh perspective on how technology has reshaped the high school experience today, and the dangers of chasing attention in a world where clout disappears as fast as it arrives.” – Q+ Magazine Aug 28, 2025 Full Review The Old Guard 2 (2025) 27% EDIT “The Old Guard 2 isn’t a bad film. It’s just an incomplete one. And after five years, we were hoping for more than a glorified setup. [...] The Old Guard 2 simply doesn’t stand on its own, and its unresolved ending leaves too much hanging.” – Q+ Magazine Jul 8, 2025 Full Review The Queen of My Dreams (2023) 89% EDIT “The Queen of My Dreams is lush, emotional, and deeply human. It’s a story about connection—between mothers and daughters, between generations, between the past we inherit and the future we choose to build.” – Q+ Magazine Jun 20, 2025 Full Review Friend of the World (2020) 91% EDIT “It’s short, strange, and a little rough around the edges. But if you’re into experimental storytelling and indie sci-fi that values mood over exposition, Friend of the World is well worth your time.” – Q+ Magazine May 28, 2025 Full Review Knock Out Blonde: The Kellie Maloney Story (2024) EDIT “Kellie’s journey is extraordinary. Not just because of her role in boxing history, but because of the bravery it took to tell her truth in such an unforgiving spotlight. ” – Q+ Magazine May 20, 2025 Full Review Studio One Forever (2023) 100% EDIT “Through firsthand accounts and rich historical context, Studio One Forever shows us exactly what it meant to be part of this community when being out was an act of defiance.” – Q+ Magazine May 7, 2025 Full Review Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln (2024) 91% EDIT “By reexamining Lincoln’s relationships, Lover of Men challenges us to rethink how we view the past and reminds us that LGBTQ+ people have always been a part of the story—even if their contributions have been systematically erased or hidden from view.” – Q+ Magazine Sep 6, 2024 Full Review We Forgot to Break Up (2024) EDIT “We Forgot to Break Up is a film that lingers in your mind [...] It’s a beautiful, emotional rollercoaster that will resonate with anyone who's ever chased a dream, faced the messiness of relationships, and struggled to find their place in the world. ” – Q+ Magazine Jul 19, 2024 Full Review Frida (2024) 89% EDIT “FRIDA is more than just a documentary; it's a celebration of identity, resilience, and the power of art to transcend boundaries. ” – Q+ Magazine Jul 18, 2024 Full Review Problemista (2023) 85% EDIT “Problemista stands as a triumph of storytelling. Torres invites us into a world where the ordinary meets the extraordinary, where dreams collide with harsh realities, and where the journey is as illuminating as the destination.” – Q+ Magazine Jul 18, 2024 Full Review All of Us Strangers (2023) 96% EDIT “All Of Us Strangers transcends the confines of traditional storytelling, offering a profound meditation on the nature of love, loss, and the enduring power of human connection. ” – Q+ Magazine Jul 18, 2024 Full Review Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe (2022) 88% EDIT “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe is a labor of pure love, crafted with meticulous care and dedication. From its compelling storyline to the poignant messages it conveys, every aspect of the film resonates with genuine affection.” – Q+ Magazine Jul 18, 2024 Full Review Cassandro (2023) 91% EDIT “A film that highlights the importance of representation and the impact one person can have in challenging stereotypes. Cassandro is a story of triumph, a reminder that in the ring of life, being true to oneself can be the greatest victory.” – Q+ Magazine Jul 16, 2024 Full Review Red, White & Royal Blue (2023) 75% EDIT “With amazing performances from the entire cast, a thoughtful script that stays as true to its source material as possible, and a love story that will make you swoon Red, White, & Royal Blue is without a doubt the rom-com of the summer. ” – Q+ Magazine Jul 16, 2024 Full Review Strange World (2022) 72% EDIT “And while Strange World is quite entertaining and groundbreaking in terms of representation, we have to admit that it's not the best movie of its genre and ends up feeling formulaic both in terms of storytelling and character development. ” – Q+ Magazine Jul 15, 2024 Full Review Mama's Boy (2022) 88% EDIT “And this is the underlying message of this film. In a world where segregation continues to drive humanity to pieces, Mama's Boy is Black's rallying cry for more tolerance, love, and understanding.” – Q+ Magazine Jul 15, 2024 Full Review My Policeman (2022) 44% EDIT “It is perhaps the tender and delicate approach to the main romance that makes this film worth seeing (or streaming). Forbidden love stories always have something that manages to push your heartstrings to the limit, and My Policeman is no different.” – Q+ Magazine Jul 10, 2024 Full Review Do Revenge (2022) 86% EDIT “With references to classic teen movies and cameos from VERY familiar faces, Do Revenge is a cleverly crafted and entertaining film that could potentially become for new generations what the films it intends to honor were for past generations.” – Q+ Magazine Jul 10, 2024 Full Review Dance of the 41 (2020) 73% EDIT “Dance of the 41 emphasizes the realities and complexities around oppression and serves as a reminder that LGBTQ rights have been fought tooth and nail around the world for years.” – Q+ Magazine Jul 6, 2024 Full Review
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