This Way of Life (2010)

'Reservation Dogs' is stacked with an array of Native American performers and crew telling their own story.

What happens to an inseparable bond when love for competing morphs into competing for love?

The social issues The Half of it takes on are handled well, between the antagonization brought on to Ellie for her race and the conflict that arises from her being gay. Both aspects of her character are built up over the course of the film and don’t seem abrupt or rushed. The film shows racism towards Ellie and her and father in varying levels, from having her schoolmates specifically address her as "Chinese girl” to the fore mentioned way her Dad is treated due to language barriers. The same can be said about Ellie being a lesbian. While she never truly “comes out” in the narrative, that does not undermine her journey of self-discovery from being meaningful. These ideas aren’t thrust upon the viewer in a preachy manor, the scenarios that occur feel believable given the rural setting. The film presents watchers with problems whom those like Ellie may face, and leaves us to sit with them and reflect.

A science fiction movie brings a strong diverse cast and adventure in outer space.

"Abominable" is an exciting story for children and a great step forward for positive Asian representation.