‘The Upside’ and the Importance of Positive Representation
Regardless of circumstance, life is joyful.
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The Lonely yet Connected Worlds of Todd Haynes
This filmmaker’s approach to chronicling loneliness shows an incredible level of thought.
The Stereotypical Asian: Marginalization in Western Media
Asians in American media are underrepresented and the few instances of representation are often stereotypical. The future is looking towards improvement, but it is still important to acknowledge the past and the context of these situations.
Melancholy Movies Gave Me Comfort When All Felt Lost
Movies can do many wondrous things. Vividly melancholy movies achieve that special thing that films do so well: make viewers feel less alone.
The Rise and Fall of Digital 3D, a Promising Gamechanger
How did digital 3D go from being a gamechanger to returning to its status as a kitschy gimmick?
The Politics of ‘Attack on Titan’: Reality or Fiction?
Stories like ‘Attack on Titan’ can serve as a reflection of what our society can become. In its final season, it’s a story to remember.
Sylvie Isn’t the Villain We’ve Made Her Out to Be
Sylvie of ‘Emily in Paris’ might embody the “mean old boss”, but she’s also a complex character who’s both misunderstood and overlooked.
Celebrating the Magic of Black Witchiness in Entertainment
Black people aren’t completely absent from traditional (and stereotypical) depictions of witchiness, but when it comes to Black witches in entertainment — there’s not a whole lot.
Modern Movie Monsters that Go Bump in the Night
Modern movie monsters don’t just reflect the horrors of the real world. They also help shine a light on the humanity of the downtrodden.
‘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.