Rosie Pérez is back on the big screen in the new film Won’t Back Down, which co-stars Viola Davis and Maggie Gyllenhaal. The education-themed drama explores the efforts of women who take over a school in their community to create better options for their children’s futures.

Like the title of her latest movie, when Pérez chatted with BET.com she didn’t shy away from the buzz-worthy pop culture topics of the day. Here’s her take on personalities like Honey Boo Boo, plus directors Clint Eastwood (and his empty chair), Spike Lee and more.

Won’t Back Down arrives in theaters today.

For more with Rosie check out the video below.

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