Violations (1986)

The classic ghosts-in-revenge story expanded into an extensive dig into the historical social system while being funny and horny.

An aspect of She-Ra that I find refreshing is even though a large portion of the cast is on the LGBTQ+ Spectrum, being gay is never mentioned. While this might initially sound like a negative thing, in the show’s land of Etheria being on the gay spectrum is shown to be so common and normalized that straight isn’t the default. As much as there is to appreciate about narratives revolving around the obstacles that may come from being non-heteronormative, it’s nice to get immersed in a world where no one bats an eye at all to any sort of differing identity.

One of my favorite aspects of My Movie Starring Paul Dano is its blend of illustrations and dream sequences within its mockumentary structure. As the script is written, we are shown how the movie Bear Naked Amazonians From Mars looks in Herman’s head, with all its retro b movie campy charm. 

Queen & Slim is a nice example of representation in both cast and crew

"Be good. It doesn’t mean you can’t be tough. It doesn’t mean you always have to be nice. Just be good."

A sweet slice-of-life anime that visualizes all the ways we creatively hide our vulnerabilities from the world.