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Amazon Prime’s Tokyo Girl: Thought-Provoking and Raw Social Commentary
(Source – Amazon Prime) Tokyo Girl is one of Amazon Prime’s hidden gems of 2018. The story follows Aya Saito (played by Asami Mizukawa), a young girl living in a small country town known as Akita. At the age of 23, Aya moves to Tokyo city. Fascinated by the wealth, romance and lifestyle of rich Tokyo women, it is her dream to live a life that people envy. This series will give you an insight into some of the experiences of Japanese women. You won’t regret giving Tokyo Girl a try. Constantly we are bombarded with images of “perfection”. We envy those who are passionate about what they...…(Source – Amazon Prime) Tokyo Girl is one of Amazon Prime’s hidden gems of 2018. The story follows Aya Saito (played by Asami Mizukawa), a young girl living in a small country town known as Akita. At the age of 23, Aya moves to Tokyo city. Fascinated by the wealth, romance and lifestyle of rich Tokyo women, it is her dream to live a life that people envy. This series will give you an insight into some of the experiences of Japanese women. You won’t regret giving Tokyo Girl a try. Constantly we are bombarded with images of “perfection”. We envy those who are passionate about what they...WW…
Been So Long: Colourful Yet Lackluster
Source – https://variety.com/2018/film/reviews/been-so-long-review-1202987367/ Been So Long is a musical love story exploring the trials and tribulations of adulthood, family and increasing responsibility. The film follows the life of a single mother and her daughter who live in Camden. Chewing Gum’s Michaela Coel provides and cares for her daughter, inevitably leaving little time for herself. Straight away we see the difference in priorities between Simone, played by Michaela Coel and her best friend Mandy played by Mya Lewis. Mandy is represented as somewhat of an opposite to...…Source – https://variety.com/2018/film/reviews/been-so-long-review-1202987367/ Been So Long is a musical love story exploring the trials and tribulations of adulthood, family and increasing responsibility. The film follows the life of a single mother and her daughter who live in Camden. Chewing Gum’s Michaela Coel provides and cares for her daughter, inevitably leaving little time for herself. Straight away we see the difference in priorities between Simone, played by Michaela Coel and her best friend Mandy played by Mya Lewis. Mandy is represented as somewhat of an opposite to...WW…
Why Calling Nicki Minaj A Ho Is Anything But Helpful
Nicki Minaj aimed to break the internet this year with her “minaj-a-trois” revealing cover for Paper Magazine. No stranger to criticism, Nicki Minaj has constantly created discussion and debate with critics questioning her contribution to Hip Hop. Criticism can help artists grow and improve if done constructively, however the abuse and bullying which Minaj receives often illustrates the hatred felt towards black women who own their sexuality. Having a big ass, bold personality, self-confidence and talking about sex are characteristics in which black women are encouraged to look down upon....…Nicki Minaj aimed to break the internet this year with her “minaj-a-trois” revealing cover for Paper Magazine. No stranger to criticism, Nicki Minaj has constantly created discussion and debate with critics questioning her contribution to Hip Hop. Criticism can help artists grow and improve if done constructively, however the abuse and bullying which Minaj receives often illustrates the hatred felt towards black women who own their sexuality. Having a big ass, bold personality, self-confidence and talking about sex are characteristics in which black women are encouraged to look down upon....WW…
Protest, Black Power and Free speech in the Age of Colin Kapernick
Colin Kapernick is an American Quarterback for the NFL who is known for knelling during the national anthem. In order to draw attention to police brutality against the black community and stand alongside the black lives matter movement, Kapernick exercised his right to protest. This month, Kapernick was crowned one of GQ magazine’s men of the year. Kaepernick’s public image is divided causing widespread debate, reminiscent of his vocal black predecessor in sports the legendary Mohammed Ali. Historically, black protest has been framed as a nuisance, whether violent or non-violent. Growing up...…Colin Kapernick is an American Quarterback for the NFL who is known for knelling during the national anthem. In order to draw attention to police brutality against the black community and stand alongside the black lives matter movement, Kapernick exercised his right to protest. This month, Kapernick was crowned one of GQ magazine’s men of the year. Kaepernick’s public image is divided causing widespread debate, reminiscent of his vocal black predecessor in sports the legendary Mohammed Ali. Historically, black protest has been framed as a nuisance, whether violent or non-violent. Growing up...WW…
Freedom of Speech Is The Latest Tool Of The White Male Bigot
2016 has been the year of controversy. People whether politicians, rappers or online personalities are constantly being attacked and or held accountable for expressing questionable views. From the alleged anti-Semitic comments of Ken Livingstone, to the prejudice insults hurled from rapper Azealia Banks to former One Direction member Zain Malik; more than ever we are challenging people for their views. There is an irony in a black woman, a person who is often the target of hate being banished from Twitter, just as it is ironic that The Labour Party became a scapegoat for...…2016 has been the year of controversy. People whether politicians, rappers or online personalities are constantly being attacked and or held accountable for expressing questionable views. From the alleged anti-Semitic comments of Ken Livingstone, to the prejudice insults hurled from rapper Azealia Banks to former One Direction member Zain Malik; more than ever we are challenging people for their views. There is an irony in a black woman, a person who is often the target of hate being banished from Twitter, just as it is ironic that The Labour Party became a scapegoat for...WW…
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