“Young Washington” is Imperialist Propaganda
Telling a story about the French and Indian Wars from the perspective of the British prioritizes the perspective of the colonizers.

Takahiko is a man who has experienced a middle-aged divorce near retirement age and now lives a quiet, lonely, and boring life. After meeting Sakurai, a "procurer" who fulfills people's sexual desires, he begins to realize his long-hidden desire to peep. He begs Sakurai to let him see Umi, one of the most beautiful and elegant women in the company, in action. However, while she has a strong guard and appears pure and innocent to the men, they are still unaware of the true "desire" that lies deep in her heart... What will become of this sad man's earthly desires?!
Telling a story about the French and Indian Wars from the perspective of the British prioritizes the perspective of the colonizers.
Dune has stunning visuals, a striking soundtrack, and great performances. But it has issues everywhere from its pacing, to its story, to its diverse representation.
This little Netflix film was very inspirational. It passes the Bechdel test, and features a different worldview with rural Indian representation.
One of the reasons I love watching movies is that, much like books, they serve as windows into other times and different places. Productions from around the world offer valuable insights into the history and culture of their respective countries. And just like literature, cinema can help us understand the present by showing us the past.
"Driveways" is a nuanced portrait of an Asian American family, touching on themes of loss, growth, and belonging.