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The star-studded “Hustlers” is sultry without objectifying its core characters. The film and its characters are refreshingly complex, and the womens’ scheme of stealing from rich men is treated with nuance and humor.

Review: Empowering cast steals the spotlight

By Cora Payne, Contributing Writer • September 23, 2019

“Hustlers,” directed by Lorene Scafaria, is based on an article published in New York Magazine in 2015 by Jessica Pressler. The article followed a crew of strippers and detailed the hustle they pulled...

Netflix original "Next Gen" is startlingly similar to "Big Hero 6" — just with a weaker script and more awkward jokes.

Review: Netflix’s “Next Gen” suffers from weak storytelling

By Avery Alexander, Contributing Writer • September 16, 2018
The framework is there for a fairly decent and impactful storyline, but the script is peppered with awkward interactions and badly executed comic relief.
When Rachel Chu (Constance Wu) discovers boyfriend Nick Young () is a member of the Singaporean upper class, she’s forced to reassess her relationship. Rachel’s friend Peik Lin Goh (Awkwafina) helps her adjust to wealthy life.

Review: Refreshing romcom revitalizes the genre

By Antonio Ferme, Staff Writer • September 3, 2018
Beyond the complex themes and representation that this film presents, “Crazy Rich Asians” is a solid film on its own.
Senior Sara Kim leads a meeting of the Asian American Alliance. She writes about the lack of Asian American/Pacific Islander representation in Hollywood.

Commentary: Asian Americans lack representation in the media

By Sara Kim • April 12, 2017
Whitewashing AAPI roles erases the existence of AAPI in the media and continues to be an ongoing issue with Hollywood’s major motion picture films.
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