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Film
'Concrete Cowboy' and Philly's Real Black Stables
The movie, filmed in Philadelphia by a local director, shares the story of the city's Black cowboys.
Film
'Raya and the Last Dragon': Disney Can Do More to Stop Anti–Asian Hate
As accurate and empowering as the cultural representation in the film may be, it simply isn't enough.
Film
Jewish Nominees in the Upcoming 2021 Oscar Awards
After the antisemitic controversies faced by SNL and NBC, the positive representation of Jewish people in entertainment comes with a sigh of relief.
Film
Netflix's 'Bad Trip' Packs a Whole Lot of Chaos in 90 Minutes
This hidden–camera prank comedy will have you at the edge of your seat—and then falling off of it from laughter.
Focus
Grassroots Food Truck is Planting Seeds in the Philadelphia Community
Founders and chefs Troy Harris and Kareem Wallace provide more than just delicious food.
Film
Movie Theaters Have Started Reopening: How and Why?
Silence your cell phone, put on a mask, and enjoy the show.
Television
'The Bachelor' and Diversity: How its Efforts Have Continuously Failed
Their baby steps often send them in the wrong direction.
Film
The Golden Globes: Reimagining The Awards Show
The recent Golden Globes made it clear that changes to the awards show process were made out of necessity during the pandemic. But what about inclusivity?
Television
Pulling Back the Curtain on 'iCarly'
What went over our heads as kids, and what went on behind the scenes
Television
'Firefly Lane' is the Road to Quick and Easy Entertainment
Like eating popcorn, 'Firefly Lane' is pretty unfulfilling—but at least it gives you something to do.
Film
Dancing with the Devil: Dance in Horror Films
Dance horror is the genre where the graceful meets the grotesque.
Speaking with the Cast of 'Judas and the Black Messiah'
The film everyone needs to watch during Black History Month.
Film
A Love Letter to Uma Thurman, the Most Badass Lady in Film
The actress is simultaneously punchy and poised—on and off screen.
Film
Not Loving 'The Princess Bride' is Inconceivable
Why Rob Reiner's 1987 cult classic is still the ultimate comfort thrill
Film
‘Promising Young Woman’ Dangerously Sugarcoats its Protagonist's Behavior
A movie that appears to be promising, but in actuality is rather problematic
Film
Pixar's 'Soul' Explores Existentialism
Though 'Soul' is targeted at children, it's a film that resonates with people of all ages.
Film
'Inglourious Basterds' Rewrites History to Reshape Our Future
Though the film came out over a decade ago, its messages on Nazism and justice unfortunately remain relevant today.
Music
'Plastic Hearts' is not Miley Cyrus's Rock Phase
The singer–songwriter has been known to explore different influences while still staying true to her pop roots.
Word on the street
Include Jews in Your Activism
An Open Letter to AOC, Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar, and Non–Jewish Left–Wing Activists.
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