Juan Carlos Arciniegas - The Lens of Hollywood | Perfiles by Dawn Page

Juan Carlos Arciniegas - The Lens of Hollywood and his Passion for Entertainment

With more than two decades at CNN en Español, Juan Carlos Arciniegas has earned his place as one of the most respected voices in entertainment journalism. Known as El Ojo Crítico, Arciniegas has built a career spotlighting talent in Hollywood with his unique interviewing style from the red carpet to delivering the entertainment news from the set to international audiences.

In this episode of Perfiles by Dawn Page, Arciniegas speaks candidly about the persistent underrepresentation of Latinos in film and television — both on screen and behind the scenes. He breaks down the data, calls out superficial inclusion efforts, and makes a passionate case for systemic change at the decision-making level of the industry.

We also discuss his exclusive interview with Karla Sofía Gascón, who made history as the first openly transgender Latina nominated for an Oscar. Arciniegas shares insight into her groundbreaking role in Emilia Pérez, the surrounding controversy, and how the story unfolded during the 2025 awards season.

From industry stats to real stories that shake the red carpet, this episode is a must-see for anyone invested in the future of representation in entertainment.

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