On December 10th of 2006, dictator Augusto Pinochet died with a legacy of human rights violations and impunity, while the streets of the country, mainly the Metropolitan Region, were the scene of celebration of the Chilean people.
Although Christmas is a time of year for love and cheer for all, holiday cinema has not always represented diverse communities. Being a holiday with Christian origins, much of its media consists of straight white families or straight white romances. Luckily, modern years have been bringing with them plenty of POC and LGBTQ+ representation that the holidays so desperately need.
It’s dark, uncomfortable, and there are things that don’t make sense.
The Force Awakens is A New Hope 2.0, in essence. The story structure is virtually unchanged, marking a safe opening to the new trilogy.
The classic ghosts-in-revenge story expanded into an extensive dig into the historical social system while being funny and horny.
Korean culture shines in this Canadian export.
If you're missing the freedom of travel, explore the world via these international films that put their gorgeous settings in the spotlight.
