For The Book Obsessed
[ad_1] Schitt’s Creek is one of those shows that seemingly came out of nowhere. From a little-known Canadian production company to cult favorite to mainstream success, the trajectory of the show’s popularity is almost as exuberantly optimistic as its story. At its heart, it’s a “fish out of water” story about a rich family who … Read more
[ad_1] This show is a whole vibe. For those of you who love it, you know exactly what I’m talking about. For those of you who don’t, I’ll try to paint a picture, but know that I will fall astronomically short. Euphoria tells the story of a young girl named Rue recently out of rehab … Read more
[ad_1] If you’ve ever broken some Gr-eggs to make Tom-elette, then these are the books for you. Succession, in so many ways, is a perfect TV show. It’s full of family drama, high-stakes business dealings, and dark humor. However, the story is literally as old as time (it’s the “Prodigal Son” or “King Lear” told … Read more
[ad_1] If you watch POSE, you love POSE. And if you’re not watching, you’re missing out. This show tells the story of Harlem’s ballroom scene—filled with unforgettable characters, out-of-this-world fashion, heartwarming tales of finding your own family, heartbreaking stories of discrimination and death, but above all, it’s a tale of humanity. The stories from the … Read more
[ad_1] Pride Month, for the out queer person, open ally, and friend or family of the queer community is usually a time of events, gatherings, parades, and protests. It’s a time to rally and be together as a community under the diversity of the rainbow and send a message to the world: we’re here, we’re … Read more
[ad_1] Everything feels different this year. When we’d normally be heading out for weekend get-aways, picnics, and sunlit family time, most of us are still honoring social distancing guidelines and staying put as much as possible. And with Father’s Day coming up (on June 21, by the way) , no matter who you’re celebrating—fathers, grandfathers, … Read more
[ad_1] So often, TV stories of teenage-hood get things oh so wrong. They overemphasize stereotyped cliques, rely on old tropes, and, frankly, keep things pretty… vanilla. People of color and queer folks go to highshool, too! Also, a note to casting directors everywhere: the parents and the kids should look like they’re from different generations. … Read more
[ad_1] This Mother’s Day, you might be in one of two very unique positions: finding yourself completely isolated from everyone you love (including your mom), or cooped up with your family (including your mom) who’s slowly but surely driving you crazy… even though you love each other dearly. This year, there is no brunch to … Read more
[ad_1] Parasite may have won a ground-breaking four Academy Awards (for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Foreign Language Film), but the impact of this movie will extend far beyond awards night. From its stunning visuals, to its layered commentary on the invisible divisions that you can almost… sniff-sniff… smell between us, … Read more
[ad_1] While legendary actor and activist Laura Dern (who’s having a “Dernaissance” at the moment) may have taken home her second Academy Award this year for her portrayal of a stereotypical yet wholly otherworldly divorce attorney in Marriage Story (now streaming on Netflix), the movie isn’t all kale salads and Halloween costumes. Scarlett Johansson and … Read more