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Jokes Seth Meyers Couldn’t Tell (But Tina and Amy Should Have)

At the Golden Globes last night, Seth Meyers gave a powerful opening monologue. But even that couldn’t hide the need for Tina Fey and Amy Poehler’s collective comedic genius.

Aakansha Bisht July 1, 2016

Bollywood

Gully Boy Isn’t the Year’s Finest Indian Film, But it is the Best Choice for the Oscars

You can be divided on whether Gully Boy is the finest film of the year, but it goes without saying that it is the best choice for the Oscars. An Oscar entry for Best International Feature Film doesn’t have to be an accurate representation of Indian cinema, it just has to have the financial might to sustain an Oscar campaign.

Poulomi Das June 17, 2016

Pop Culture

There’s an Indian Flavour to Get Out’s Everyday Racism

The casual racism and stereotyping in the Oscar-winning Get Out is part of everyday India. We assume Christians are alcoholics, Gujjus are food Nazis, Bengalis are over-sensitive, and Marwaris are kanjoos.

Dushyant Shekhawat March 14, 2016