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The Increased Inclusion of Women in Entertainment and how that Shifts the Focus

A little over five years since the MeToo Movement and the most recent statistics on an industry long known for its 'boys club' mentality certainly…
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Diversity in Disney+’s High School Musical: The Musical The Series

Disney+’s High School Musical: The Musical: The Series is more progressive regarding race, diversity, and inclusion than all three of its original predecessors in the…
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Only Murders In The Building – The Mystery of The Generational Gap

Murder-mystery series Only Murders In The Buildings unites comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short with popstar-actress Selena Gomez. But what makes this cross-generational trio…
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LGBTQ+ Representation in Disney+’s High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

Since its debut in November 2019, Disney+’s hit show, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, has put diversity and inclusion at the center of…
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From Never Have I Ever to Turning Red: The Relationship Between a Mother and a Daughter in Asian Media

The relationship between mother and daughter has been heavily prevalent in films and television series focusing on Asian families; here are some examples from the…
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How Diverse is Netflix’s LGBTQ+ Show “Heartstopper”?

Members of the LGBTQ+ community crave to see characters like them on screen. While few films and shows have managed to include accurate representation, Netflix’s…
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NBCUniversal’s Inclusionary Practices Are Hiding the Truth Behind the Company

Comcast NBCUniversal Media, LLC is one of the world’s largest entertainment companies. While the company has invested in expanding diversity and inclusivity, it is still…
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How Comic Book Companies Are Erasing Culture in Comics

Comic books and movies are an excellent opportunity for representation, but POC in comics are constantly rewritten as white or having their culture ignored. Comic…
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Asian American Representation In The Film Industry

Crazy Rich Asians, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, and Everything Everywhere All At Once are movie names that you have probably heard…
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How Percy Jackson Casting Showcases Diversity and Generates Mixed Reviews From Fans

Percy Jackson has begun filming and formally announced part of its cast. This casting has generated positive and negative reactions from fans, with some responses…
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