Filmmaker Jaclyn Bethany breaks through with Emmy nominated series ‘The Rehearsal’, ‘Indigo Valley’, and more — Cinema Femme

There is no shortage of ideas, talent, and direction when it comes to Jaclyn Bethany. After initially pursuing theater, she was inspired to take the leap into filmmaking when she attended The London Film School studying screenwriting, before heading to the AFI to sharpen her directorial skills. 2,861 more words via Filmmaker Jaclyn Bethany breaks through… Continue reading Filmmaker Jaclyn Bethany breaks through with Emmy nominated series ‘The Rehearsal’, ‘Indigo Valley’, and more — Cinema Femme

Filmmaker Amy Goldstein Defies Stereotypes With ‘Kate Nash: Underestimate the Girl’ — Cinema Femme

Going into this film, I only knew Kate Nash from “GLOW”, and a couple of her songs from the early 2000s. After watching “Kate Nash: Underestimate the Girl,” directed by Amy Goldstein, I deeply appreciated the honest look of a girl following her dreams. 1,426 more words via Filmmaker Amy Goldstein Defies Stereotypes With ‘Kate Nash:… Continue reading Filmmaker Amy Goldstein Defies Stereotypes With ‘Kate Nash: Underestimate the Girl’ — Cinema Femme

Women (Blanca) Who Paint Their Faces in Black Lives Matter Motifs. — Missing A Clit

White people do a lot of crazy shit when they feel guilty. It can often include posturing, backpedaling, awkwardly offering consolation, etc. Or maybe it’s not even about guilt so much as wanting to feel as though they’re part of the conversation. But one of the most absurd reactions to black injustice of late has […]… Continue reading Women (Blanca) Who Paint Their Faces in Black Lives Matter Motifs. — Missing A Clit

The Racist Roots of Fighting Obesity — TNT

The Racist Roots of Fighting Obesity Black people, and black women in particular, face considerable health challenges. Continue reading … https://ift.tt/371Wv4j via The Racist Roots of Fighting Obesity — TNT

When home is not the safest place to fight the pandemic. — Shehnazwrites

The pandemic has been hard on all of us. The entire world has come to halt amid covid-19 crisis. The virus has successfully redefined our lifestyle and work culture within a span of time. To combat the pandemic and flatten the rising curve, we are being guided to stay indoors, stay at home as “home […]… Continue reading When home is not the safest place to fight the pandemic. — Shehnazwrites