Prejudice and the Paranormal in HBO Thriller ‘Lovecraft Country’
In HBO’s ‘Lovecraft Country’, the story of an African-American family navigating loss, secrets, and redemption is also a request for interrogation of what we find truly terrifying.
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‘Shakuntala Devi’ Takes on Feminism and Contemporary Motherhood
2020 biopic ‘Shakuntala Devi’ unfolds the prodigy’s life as seen through her daughter’s eyes, bringing the focus to Devi’s motherhood.
12 Can’t-Miss Books to Lose Yourself in This Summer
There’s no denying it — summer of 2020 isn’t like those from the past. One thing that hasn’t changed is it’s still one of the best times to escape into a brand new novel, and there’s plenty of brilliant books hitting shelves this season.
Tales from the Island: 10 Caribbean Films to Watch at Home
Sharing honest Caribbean stories showcases the beauty of the islands and exposes audiences around the world to an overlooked culture.
LGBTQ+ Films of the Caribbean
Though the Caribbean is known for its tropical weather, rich culture, and beautiful beaches; many do not live in paradise due to homophobia. However, a few Caribbean creatives are using the best of their abilities to create a dialogue.
4 Books You Should Read This Pride Month
While social distancing recommendations may have led to calling off parades and festivals practically everywhere, now can serve as a time for observing Pride through a more introspective lens.
‘Never Have I Ever’ Puts Queer Black Female Representation on the Right Track
‘Never Have I Ever’ provides a scenario that most Black queer kids do not see in their realities. Fabiola Torres demonstrates the kaleidoscopic nature of being a burgeoning queer Black woman.
‘Never Have I Ever’ Thought Being Rude to Asian Parents was Acceptable
‘Never Have I Ever’ provides much-needed representation of communities that are often overlooked in pop culture and television; but whether or not the show’s representation of Asian culture is completely accurate is another question altogether.
10 Feel-Good Shows with LGBTQ+ Characters to Watch During Pride Month and Beyond
Pride may have been cancelled, but you can still celebrate from home!
Why We Need to Stop Pressuring Celebrities to Label Their Sexuality
Not only is it nobody’s business to demand that a famous person come out, but using labels to define one’s sexuality might hurt more than they help.