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Spectra praises the film Pariah for its sensitivity to how sexuality intersects with race, gender and class. Read more
Bob “Movie Bob” Chipman explores the bizarre and often sexist comic book history of the superheroine Ms. Marvel. For Part 2, click here.
According to a new Parents Television Council report on four MTV reality shows, the worst enemy of women is women. Read more
The Mary Sue’s Susana Polo comments on the attitude of Marvel Comics rep Tom Brevoort toward the cancellation of the publisher’s only female-led titles. Read more
Now that the Crunk Feminist Collective has called out the Awkward Black Girl series for using an anti-transgender slur in a recent episode, creators Issa Rae and Tracy Oliver have offered an open reply taking responsibility. Read more
Angry Asian Man celebrates the upcoming film adaptation of How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe, but remains wary of its Asian protagonist being racebent. Read more
Dr. NerdLove addresses male privilege in “nerd” culture, challenging the backlash against women denouncing objectification in comics, video games and movies. Read more
BBC’s Damon Rose investigates the difficult choice often put upon actors with dwarfism: Play roles enforcing misconceptions or put up with dramatically reduced opportunities. Read more