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arts1 year ago•2 min saved

Unveiling the Impact of 'The American Society of Magical Negroes'

Kobi Libii's satirical comedy "The American Society of Magical Negroes" explores the trope of the "Magical Negro" character through the story of a young Black artist, Aren, recruited by a bartender, Roger, to help white people feel better about themselves. The film leans into romantic comedy while highlighting the self-negation involved in the trope and ridiculing the expectations forced upon Black people, but struggles to fully explore the serious racial themes it touches upon.

via The New York Times|

#arts #david-alan-grier #justice-smith

entertainment1 year ago•10 min saved

"Unraveling the Enigma of Dr. Strangelove: Kubrick's Cold War Masterpiece at 60"

As Stanley Kubrick's iconic film Dr Strangelove turns 60, the mystery of the real-life inspiration behind the character endures, with figures like physicist Edward Teller and nuclear strategist Herman Kahn being speculated as potential models. The film's enduring relevance in the context of nuclear war politics is highlighted, and the article explores the various real-life individuals who may have influenced the creation of the sinister Dr Strangelove character, ultimately concluding that he is a composite representation of a mindset prevalent during the Cold War era.

via BBC.com|

#cold-war #dr-strangelove #entertainment

movie-review2 years ago•7 min saved

"The American Society of Magical Negroes: A Satirical Sundance Misfire"

"The American Society of Magical Negroes" is a satirical comedy that delves into racial images and societal commentary, exploring the concept of Black people becoming "Magical Negroes" to cater to the needs of white individuals for their own safety. The film cleverly satirizes the idea while empathetically portraying the challenges faced by Black Americans in a racially messed-up society, offering a thought-provoking and scalding take on the issue.

via Variety|

#empathetic-satire #magical-negro #movie-review

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"OMG2 Trailer: Satirical Comedy Meets Divine Drama"

The trailer for OMG2, the sequel to Akshay Kumar's Oh My God, has been released. The film revolves around a father struggling to save his son's education and tackles serious issues through satirical comedy. Starring Pankaj Tripathi and Yami Gautam, the trailer raises curiosity and expectations. OMG2 is set to release worldwide on August 11.

via Gulte|

#akshay-kumar #entertainment #omg2

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"The White Lotus" Season 3 Takes Viewers to Thailand

Creator Mike White has chosen Thailand as the location for the third season of HBO's satirical comedy-drama series, The White Lotus. White has expressed his desire to explore death and Eastern religion and spirituality in the upcoming season. While there is no word on casting yet, White is said to be "casting people you know" in a way that allows viewers to rediscover them or see them in a new light. The previous two seasons were shot on location at Four Seasons hotels in Hawaii and Italy, respectively.

via Polygon|

#entertainment #hbo #satirical-comedy

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"The White Lotus" Season 3 Takes Viewers to Thailand.

The White Lotus Season 3 will take place in Thailand, with potential filming locations including Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, and the Golden Triangle. Showrunner Mike White has hinted that the season will be a satirical and funny look at death and Eastern religion and spirituality. The show has been a powerhouse in the Limited Series category, winning multiple Emmy and Golden Globe awards.

via Consequence|

#entertainment #mike-white #satirical-comedy