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Eileen Gu Claps Back at JD Vance Over Representing China at the Olympics
sports5 days ago

Eileen Gu Claps Back at JD Vance Over Representing China at the Olympics

Freeskier Eileen Gu, born in San Francisco to an American father and Chinese mother, represents China and has become a top Olympian. After JD Vance questioned American-born athletes competing for other countries, Gu replied, “I’m flattered,” saying she isn’t offended and that many athletes represent different nations. She notes the Olympic charter allows dual representation, discusses her bid to inspire young women, and acknowledges ongoing scrutiny as US delegation leader Vance faced boos while Gu also defended other athletes in past controversies. The piece highlights the broader debate over national allegiance in sport and Gu’s stance on Olympic spirit over national labels.

via The Guardian|
#dual-citizenship#eileen-gu#jd-vance
Oscars Aren’t Career Passports, Berry Tells Erivo
entertainment22 days ago

Oscars Aren’t Career Passports, Berry Tells Erivo

Halle Berry told The Cut that winning the Oscar didn’t dramatically change her career, noting that directors still questioned casting Black leads and that the win didn’t open doors overseas. She advised Cynthia Erivo that Oscar wins cannot validate a career, a point she’s echoed for years as she remains critical of the industry’s progress on representation, even as Erivo’s star rose.

via Variety|
#cynthia-erivo#entertainment#halle-berry
Latino Creatives Rally for Equity in Hollywood Casting Amid Backlash
entertainment27 days ago

Latino Creatives Rally for Equity in Hollywood Casting Amid Backlash

More than 100 Latino actors and creatives, including Eva Longoria, John Leguizamo and Xochitl Gomez, signed an open letter urging Hollywood to boost Latino voices across casting, leadership, and development after controversy over Odessa A’zion’s casting in A24’s Deep Cuts; the letter argues this reflects a systemic lack of Latina opportunities and calls for concrete actions: auditioning and hiring more Latino actors for diverse, non-stereotypical roles; elevating Latino executives in decision‑making rooms; including Latino consultants, writers and producers from early development; and creating pipelines through mentoring and scholarships to expand access.

via hollywoodreporter.com|
#casting#entertainment#equity
Odessa A’zion exits Deep Cuts amid casting backlash over Mexican heritage portrayal
entertainment27 days ago

Odessa A’zion exits Deep Cuts amid casting backlash over Mexican heritage portrayal

Odessa A’zion pulled out of A24’s Deep Cuts after online backlash to her casting as Zoe Gutierrez, a Mexican Jewish character. She said she hadn’t read the book and chose to step down, posting that she wouldn’t take the role knowing more about Zoe. She had been offered Zoe after auditioning for Percy. Cailee Spaeny remains cast as Percy and Drew Starkey as Joe as production continues.

via NBC News|
#a24#casting-controversy#deep-cuts
Latino Creatives Call for Equity in Hollywood Casting After Deep Cuts Backlash
entertainment27 days ago

Latino Creatives Call for Equity in Hollywood Casting After Deep Cuts Backlash

Over 100 Latino actors, artists and storytellers sign an open letter urging Hollywood to involve Latino voices earlier in development, expand Latino audition opportunities, hire Latino executives in greenlighting rooms, and include Latino consultants/writers/producers to ensure authentic casting after the Deep Cuts backlash and Odessa A’zion’s exit from the A24 film.

via Deadline|
#casting#deep-cuts#entertainment
Naomi Watts pushes for empowering menopause stories in film
entertainment1 month ago

Naomi Watts pushes for empowering menopause stories in film

Naomi Watts laments that menopause has long been played for jokes in cinema and campaigns for more realistic, empowering midlife stories in Hollywood. She recounts her own perimenopause experience, notes her menopause-focused ventures (including a brand and a forthcoming book), and points to growing but still sparse representation in TV and film, urging creators to move beyond stigma and stereotypes.

via USA Today|
#aging#entertainment#film-industry
Backlash Over Progress: Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Faces Review Bombing
entertainment1 month ago

Backlash Over Progress: Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Faces Review Bombing

The article reports that Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is facing heavy review bombing from some fans who view its progressive, LGBTQ-inclusive storytelling as too woke, despite a strong critic score. It notes outcry from figures like Homeland Security Adviser Stephen Miller and argues that Trek’s history of inclusion and social progress remains central to the franchise, countering the backlash and stressing that the show's strengths lie in its representation and progressive ideals.

via SlashFilm|
#entertainment#paramount#representation
Hapless Men, Hypercompetent Women: A Fresh Cinematic Dynamic
culture1 month ago

Hapless Men, Hypercompetent Women: A Fresh Cinematic Dynamic

Recent films center inept male leads while surrounding them with decisive, capable women, suggesting a shift in cinema’s gender dynamics. Movies like The Mastermind, It Was Just an Accident, and One Battle After Another place women in guiding, problem-solving roles, with male protagonists often unable to act or navigate crises, reflecting broader political and social contexts and highlighting a widespread archetype where the female characters drive the plot.

via The New York Times|
#criticism#culture#film
Heated Rivalry's Shane: An Autistic Perspective Hidden in Plain Sight
entertainment1 month ago

Heated Rivalry's Shane: An Autistic Perspective Hidden in Plain Sight

The Canadian TV series Heated Rivalry features Shane Hollander, a character who is subtly portrayed as autistic, with the actor Hudson Williams and author Rachel Reid confirming the character's neurodivergence. The show is praised for its nuanced and authentic depiction of autism, integrating it naturally into the character's personality without making it a plot point, contributing positively to representation and awareness.

via CBC|
#autistic-character#entertainment#heated-rivalry
technology2 months ago

The Power of Text in Betting

The article discusses the versatility and limitations of text as a primary medium for communication and learning, highlighting its historical significance, efficiency, and the challenges of richer media like video and interactive tools. It emphasizes that while text remains fundamental due to its durability and ecosystem, exploring other modes and improving tools could enhance knowledge transmission, especially in education and complex data representation.

via Hacker News|
#communication#learning#media