Selena is a film that positively shows the colorful life of one of the most revered musical icons in Mexican-American history. The casting of Jennifer Lopez, while originally contested, promoted an empowering feminist identity. The film also explores the role of the Latina body, sexuality, and family values in popular culture and society. Real Women Have Curves showcases a young Latina girl combining her two cultures: she respects her Latino elders by taking care of her family and working for her sister, but she embraces her American culture by taking charge of her sexual freedom, thinking positively about her body, and pursuing a college education. Even though her mother may not understand or agree with her decisions, Ana does not let this