Why The Bechdel Test Matters For Female Representation
It's no secret that women in media have faced scrutiny but have female characters faced the same?
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- Mar 3
The Women Behind The Scenes of The Stories We Love
The Women's History Month theme is "Women Who Tell Our Stories," so it's time to highlight just that.
- Feb 21
Josh Johnson's Up Here Killing Myself, Takes A Hilariously Lighthearted Approach to Therapy
Josh Johnson's latest comedy special, Up Here Killing Myself, takes the phrase laughter is the best medicine to a new level.
- Jan 10
Disney's Strange World Continues Their Attempt at Modern Storytelling
Disney's Strange World continues dismantling the notion of a traditional villain while creating generational bonds.
- Jan 3
Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is a Fantastically Wonderful Adaption of the Book
Reinventing a classic can be daunting, but Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical was a great interpretation of the book.
- Oct 18, 2022
Tig Notaro's Documentary Chronicles Life After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Breast Cancer Awareness may not be the first thing you think of in October, but some people are too greatly affected to have that luxury.
- Sep 23, 2022
Seven Hispanic Stereotypes in Media
Subtle or not, Hispanic stereotypes run rampant in every form of business, but they are not as prevalent as in movies and tv shows.
- Sep 16, 2022
Hispanic Representation in Media
The beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month is upon us, and thereās no better way to start celebrating than highlighting Hispanics in media.
- Sep 2, 2022
Like the Holiday, Labor Day is an Odd Movie
With Labor Day weekend approaching, I thought I'd watch a movie that shares a name with the holiday.
- Aug 26, 2022
Fifteen Dog Movies to Celebrate National Dog Day
Today is national dog day, and other than giving your beloved dog a great big treat, celebrate by watching some fantastic dog movies.
- Aug 16, 2022
Lightyear Was Amazing, But The Marketing Didn't Reflect That
Lightyear may not have done well at the box office, but that has everything to do with marketing and not the movie itself.
- Aug 9, 2022
Writing About Media Is Not As Frivolous As It May Seem
Many don't understand the importance or gravity of what I do. So, I thought I'd take some time to explain it.
- Jul 26, 2022
Making the Cubanos from Jon Favreau's Chef
Jon Favreauās Chef made us yearn for some Cubanos, so my boyfriend and I set out to make some.
- Jul 22, 2022
Jon Favreau's Chef Reminds Us Food Is Love
Sometimes we all get caught in the hustle and bustle of existing, but Chef implores us to strive for happiness.
- Jul 15, 2022
House of Gucci Baffles as Much as it Entertains
I didn't know what I was getting into when watching House of Gucci, but wow, it wasn't that.
- Jul 12, 2022
Hulu's The Princess: Forced Feminism or Trend Setter
Hulu's The Princess breaks damsel in distress tropes, but does it do a good job?
- Jul 5, 2022
Unexpectedly Reviewing the Batman Dark Knight Trilogy
I'm more of a Marvel Cinematic Universe girl, but even I can't deny the brilliance of the Dark Knight trilogy.
- Jul 1, 2022
Independence Day (1996) Movie Review
It's the start of the Fourth of July weekend, and I can think of only one movie that embodies this holiday: Independence Day.
- Jun 17, 2022
A Thank You Note to the Try Guys
In celebration of their four-year anniversary, the Try Guys have released their movie, "Behind the Try: A Try Guys Documentary," for free.
- Jun 10, 2022
Treating Tina Turner as More Than a Story
My mom introduced me to Tina Turner when I was a kid. Little did I know my mom was introducing me to an icon.
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