Vital Signs (1990)

Netflix's Afterlife of the Party might fall into the rom-com genre, but it's much more about grief, strong female friendships, and platonic love than it is about romance.

The re-living of this historic trial through this film is relevant to current politics and disturbingly enjoyable to watch due to the excellent performances from the ensemble cast. If you like a juicy courtroom drama, this film will definitely scratch that itch in a really chilling manner.

Hiring bias is something that's rampant in all industries (even unconscious bias). But writing a script totally neutral not only opens the door for more diverse actors, but also for characters that are people first. 

This side-splitting workplace comedy features a diverse cast and tackles challenging social issues. Other sitcoms should take note.

A throwback to the last months of the 20th century in this comedy film.

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