The Beatles and Black Folks
While Beatlemania seemed to be everywhere, there was one community where it was received with a little less enthusiasm. Our writer explains.
Funny, Scary and Smart: “Get Out” Works on Several Levels
Be forewarned: “Get Out” will leave you with goosebumps that stay on your skin long after the final credits finish rolling. It scored an unprecedented 99% on Rotten Tomatoes — and seems well on the way to “Sleeper Hit” status. In other words, see it soon.
“Moonlight”: A Heartbreaking Meditation on Masculinity, Sexuality & Race
Based on a story by gay black playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney, Barry Jenkins’ exquisite film is, in a way, three related shorts.
Mad for MADtv
It’s back! A MADtv reboot just debuted on The CW. In honor of the new show, we take a look back at some of the original’s best, most outrageous sketches.
Zootopia: A Kids Movie With Lessons for Us All
Disney’s “Zootopia” is a wonderful animated film for many reasons, but the way it tackles prejudice along with gender and race issues is truly admirable.