Articles
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The Power of Looking in ‘Nope’
Yes, “Nope” is definitely about the modern obsession with turning tragedy and horror into a spectacle for people’s enjoyment. But it’s also about the power of looking, who has the right to look, and what happens to those who are looked upon.
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‘Hollywood Stargirl’ Returns to the Big Screen
‘Hollywood Stargirl’ (2022) is a teen romantic drama film that centers around the title character’s experiences in Los Angeles. This film serves as the sequel to the 2020 film ‘Stargirl’, but unlike the previous film, the events in this movie are shown from the title character’s perspective instead of Leo Borlock’s.
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Father’s Day Features from a Fatherless Child
Growing up without a dad, I got a lot of my fatherly advice from the prototypes I saw on the silver screen. It’s these characters and films that gave me a glimpse into a dynamic I had never known but also made me realize that I was missing out. Here are my top 10 paternal…
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‘Don’t Make Me Go’ — A Basic Story With The Year’s Most Heartbreaking Ending
‘Don’t Make Me Go’ is what you would expect, Wally and her father, Max, clash tremendously and don’t understand each other. Although, it’s very heartwarming.
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‘Mr. Malcolm’s List’ Is A Lighter Version of ‘Bridgerton’
Mr. Malcolm’s List is a pleasant promenade through a fantasy Regency-era England filled with people of color. For fans of Bridgerton, this is the PG version of the show, but with completely colorblind casting and a much lighter tone.
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The Charmed Reboot Deserves More Respect
This magical reboot introduces a new set of Charmed ones, much to the ire of fans of the original series.
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Lighthearted but Shallow: 1Up’s Take on Women in Gaming
In a post-Gamergate media landscape, it’s ambitious to have a film confront the harsh reactions to women in gaming from a comedic lens.
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Reconnecting with Hawaiian Culture in ‘Finding ‘Ohana’
A family adventure film that features Hawaiian culture with a representative director and a diverse cast.
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Living in The Real World in ‘Dog Gone Trouble’
A pampered dog who gets lost and has to learn to live on his own while being flexible with surroundings.
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12 Films Exploring the Complexity and Adventures of Growing Old
When most of us think about diversity in film, we usually think about three things: race, gender, and disabilities. However, there is a forgotten topic… age. These are 12 of the best films about growing old.