Category: Race
Race is a social construct used to group individuals, largely based on certain physical appearances and social factors. Some examples of race include white, Black or African American, Indian or Alaska Native as well as Asian and Pacific Islander.
The Surge of Indigenous TV and Film Creators in America
Hollywood has recently made strides in diversifying its creators: producers, writers, and directors. For quite some time, only one perspective had a voice; even today,…
The Surge of Indian American TV and Film Creators in America
Hollywood has very recently made strides in diversifying its creators: producers, writers, and directors. For a long time, only one perspective had a voice; even…
The Whitewashing of Ballet: More Than a Taffeta Tutu
Ballet: an elegant style of dance that emphasizes the beauty of lines and effortlessness. The most gifted ballet dancer will make you think you too…
Sepak Takraw: Southeast Asia’s Popular yet Unknown Sport in America
Kicking a ball. Headbutting a ball. Nets. That’s something you would usually relate to football or American soccer – it’s the biggest sport in the…
How Engineering Can Welcome BIPOC
BIPOC engineers often face discrimination, but Dr. Ebony McGee is trying to change that with Explorations in Diversifying Engineering Faculty Initiative.
How Has The Fresh Prince Story Been Updated For The Contemporary Audience?
The Fresh Prince was a show that was important to millennials and families across the country. Its subject matter penetrates the monotony of cable television.…
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air vs. Bel-Air
The TV comedy series “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” ran from 1990-1996 on NBC, whereas the TV drama series “Bel-Air” premiered early this year in…
How Black Stereotypes in Film and Media Reinforces Racism in America
Recently, I wrote about four black stereotypes in American films here. It wasn’t enough as I didn’t touch on a few crucial topics that were…
5 Hispanic and Latinx Stereotypes in American Films
Hispanic and Latinx people have been in American films since the early 1900’s, but didn’t majorly break into American film production until the 1970’s. However,…
How 4 Black Stereotypes are Portrayed in American Films
There are many incredible black filmmakers and actors like Denzel Washington, Ava Duvernay, Spike Lee, and Jordan Peele. Despite their great works, there are stereotypes…