In the 2020 Oscar-nominated drama “Minari,” the Yi family moves from California to rural Arkansas to create a new start for their family. But this film captures more than just a typical hardworking immigrant story. “Minari” encompasses the grit and perseverance, while gracefully balancing the dynamic of financial struggles, everyday adversities, to the resilience of… Read on
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The much anticipated single and music video “MONTERO” (Call Me By Your Name) by artist Lil Nas X is finally here and does not disappoint. While the song has many amazing lyrical references, we’re gonna dive deep into the visual symbolism of the “MONTERO” video and what makes this an amazing piece for queer people… Read on
by Daya Brown, Westlake High School Have you ever imagined the mind of young women? Let’s start off with the fact: it’s a lot that happens up there. Some may think that there is a warzone of thoughts that happen in their minds. According to Shahilla Barok, a lifestyle coach and NLP practitioner, women have… Read on
White systemic power runs through the veins of America, but when trying to tackle the issue of racial oppression, we often stumble upon obstacle after obstacle. The problem with racism is that it isn’t just a two-faced issue, it isn’t just a two-sided story, nor is it just a two-race problem. Understanding the complex nature… Read on
"During a time when online activism is prevalent, we must talk about the dangers of performative allyship." Read on
Editor’s Note: There are SPOILERS ahead. This opinion piece about the new Netflix original series “Hollywood” is best understood after watching the show in its entirety. There are spoilers below and some points may not be understood unless the reader has watched the show. The new Netflix original series “Hollywood” is a seven-episode miniseries co-created… Read on
