Matt Lopez

creator and showrunner of “Promised Land”

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Showrunner Matt Lopez discusses Latino representation on TV and why “Promised Land” is a love letter to his family.

‘Promised Land’ tells new version of Latino experience, from farm workers to rich landowners

Showrunner Matt Lopez discusses Latino representation on TV and why “Promised Land” is a love letter to his family.

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