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Defying More Than Gravity: Race, Politics & Power in Wicked
From "Defying Gravity" as a representation anthem to the Wizard's propaganda machine mirroring today's politics, we reveal why this story hits differently in 2025.
Jun 4


Sinners: A Love Letter to Black Culture, Resiliency, and History
Sinners is at once a beautiful, heartbreaking, and emotional depiction of Jim Crow era America and a charming, hilarious, and horrific exploration of faith, culture, and folklore.
May 27


Severance: Innies, Exploitation & Modern Company Towns
Severance has given us one of the most nuanced examinations of identity, consciousness, and labor rights in recent television. The Ghouls dissect Severance Season 2's brilliant dual commentary: the fight for innie personhood alongside corporate America's modern "Sunken Place" for Black professionals.
May 7


Interview with the Vampire: A Bold Reimagining of Queerness, Race & Abuse
AMC’s Interview with the Vampire is a haunting, gothic masterpiece that redefines Anne Rice’s classic story through the lens of race
Mar 5


The Shape of Water and America Today: Monsters, Empathy, and Division
Guillermo Del Toro’s The Shape of Water is a mesmerizing fairytale that shows us that love can transcend language and species.
Jan 8


They Cloned Tyrone (2023): Subverting Stereotypes & Government Conspiracies
They Cloned Tyrone is a loud, absurd, and charming sci-fi film that's equal parts blaxploitation, social commentary, and conspiracies.
Feb 14, 2024


Get Out (2017): Black Horror and White Liberal Villains
Get Out is a film that effectively blends horror, comedy, and social commentary into a genuinely brilliant horror film.
Jan 31, 2024


Us (2019): America's Selective Memory
Jordan Peele's Us is a film intentionally titled, because it is a critique of us.
Jan 24, 2024


Candyman (2021): Generational Trauma & the Power of Folklore
Nia DaCosta's Candyman is a sequel to the 90’s folklore villain. The film is creative with its storytelling, handling pain with care.
May 10, 2023


Slash/Back (2022): Alien Imposters & Embracing Your Culture
Slash/Back is part coming-of-age, part John Carpenter’s The Thing, with a sprinkling of Attack the Block and all heart.
Jan 26, 2023
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