More AAPI Supernatural Recommendations for Fans of Disney’s ‘So Weird’

May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 Lauren Lola

Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month everyone! Last year, to acknowledge both this annual commemoration of contributions from the AAPI community and the ever-present following of the ’90s Disney Channel original series, So Weird, I compiled together a list of supernatural recommendations, created by and about people of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

Movies

‘The Last Duel’ Stars Reveal Process of Making a Medieval Tale Relevant

October 10, 2021October 11, 2021 Michael Lee

The timing and relevancy of Ridley Scott’s The Last Duel underscore how little has changed for women between its 14th century France setting and now. Based on a true story, the gripping period piece tells the story of a courageous Marguerite de Carrouges (Jodie Comer) who accuses squire Jacques Le Gris (Adam Driver) of rape. Though no one believes her accusations, her husband, Jean de Carrouges (Matt Damon), challenges his former friend, now bitter rival grueling duel to the death.

Movies

New Trailer and Poster for Ridley Scott’s ‘The Last Duel’

July 20, 2021July 20, 2021 Mike Manalo

Sir Ridley Scott has given us some of the finest cinematic experiences of all time from Alien to Gladiator. There has been strong anticipation for The Last Duel, given the talent both in front of and behind the camera, and today, 20th Century Studios finally unveiled the first trailer. The film stars Matt Damon, Adam Driver, and the always amazing Jodie Comer. Take a look at the trailer for yourselves here:

Streaming, Television

Netflix Original Series ‘Lupin Part 2’ Drops Official Trailer

May 17, 2021May 17, 2021 Jamal Michel

The Netflix original series Lupin has officially released the trailer for part two and we could not be more excited to see Omar Sy return to screens. Hubert Pelligrini has torn Assane’s family apart, but with his back to the wall, he must find and execute a new plan, even if it means putting his life on the line. When we last saw Assane, he was caught in the midst of another life altering and precarious situation involving his family and part two is looking to ramp up the stakes.

Crowdfunding, Music

Kickstart This: ‘Radical: The Savior Faire of French Hip-Hop’

March 27, 2020March 28, 2020 Shawn Taylor

First, I’m hoping that all you NOCers (and your loved ones) are as safe and as healthy as you can be. We are in some strange and uncharted territories, but hopefully this little slice of community can keep us connected.

I am fully aware that many of us are in dire financial straits. Many of us have lost jobs, lost other sources of income — many of us may find ourselves in new and unfamiliar caretaking roles. #LifeInTheTimeOfCOVID19

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Animation, Television4 Comments

Translation or Whitewash? The Problem with Yo-Kai Watch in America

March 22, 2017June 25, 2020 Keith Chow

The art of “translating” a media property from one cultural context to another requires more than simple language transliteration. Translating works of art has existed from the moment people from different cultures encountered one another. But at what point does translating something for an American audience necessitate whitewashing as well? Today, we’re going to look at two animated properties available on Netflix — Yo-Kai Watch from Japan and Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir from France — to determine at which point whiteness trumps cultural context when making a kids’ show more acceptable to American audiences.

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