Chauncey K. Robinson
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Los Angeles, CA, United States
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People’s World on the front line battling right-wing thought control
There is a war being waged against truth and legitimate information in our country. The far-right wants to obscure real history, making it something that caters to values that fly in the face of inclusivity, progress, and diversity. → Read More
‘RRR’ review: A forceful saga highlighting two epic Indian revolutionaries
Like many viewers, you may be tired of the constant barrage of comic book hero movies about fictional beings saving the world in increasingly outlandish ways. Everyone loves a hero, but the formulaic mainstream DC and Marvel movies can begin to blend together. → Read More
Campaign gains steam to save Black Broadway show ‘Ain’t No Mo’
A provocative new play, Ain’t No Mo’, has emerged on Broadway, taking on topics of racism and history in a biting, comedic way. Yet, the lights may be dimming far too soon on this theatrical production. → Read More
Black voters not fooled by Republicans’ racial tokenism with Herschel Walker
Rev. Dr. Sen. Raphael Warnock has made history by being the first Black senator elected to a full six-year term in Georgia history. His victory was secured despite the Republican Party’s racist voter suppression and “any other Black person will do” tactics. → Read More
‘Run Sweetheart Run’ review: A therapeutic #MeToo must-see horror film
When the hashtag #MeToo went viral online in connection to countless women stepping forward with their stories of sexual harassment and assault, it felt as though a social reckoning was upon us. → Read More
Karen Bass makes history despite being outspent by billionaire Caruso 11 to 1
LOS ANGELES—Congresswoman Karen Bass has made history by becoming the first woman ever to be elected mayor of Los Angeles. Bass beat out billionaire developer Rick Caruso, who spent over $104 million of his own money to compete in the race. → Read More
‘Bones and All’ review: Morbidly beautiful exploration of alienation, identity, and love
Just in time for Thanksgiving, here’s a film that centers around cannibalism. Luca Guadagnino’s Bones and All will give viewers many themes to feast upon. The story, centered on a young cannibal's search for meaning, takes us on a journey dealing with alienation, identity, and human connection. → Read More
‘She Said’ review: Powerful #MeToo testimonies elevate this formulaic drama
The phrase “Me Too” was originally coined in 2006 by Black sexual assault survivor and activist Tarana Burke. It was used as a way to empower victims of sexual assault to not live in the shadows in shame or fear. → Read More
‘The Inspection’ review: Militarism and gay identity clash in this emotional ride
The new film The Inspection centers on a young Black gay man in the early 2000s trying to figure out what he wants to do with his life. His homophobic mother kicked him out when he was only 16, and he’s been living on the streets for ten years. → Read More
‘The Menu’ review: A deliciously wicked satirical bite into elitism and class politics
Food is a necessity to live. Every human on this planet requires nourishment to survive. But in this society—where poverty and world hunger are pressing issues—there are far too many with not enough food, and many more who go without it at all. → Read More
Film ‘Invisible Flags’ brings attention to domestic violence worldwide
According to the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS), an estimated 47% of women and men will be victims of psychological aggression by an intimate partner in their lifetime. → Read More
Woodward and Bernstein warn that GOP leader Trump was a seditious president
WASHINGTON—The two reporters perhaps more expert than anyone else in presidents who violate the U.S. Constitution have come to one conclusion: Donald Trump “was a seditious president. → Read More
‘A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting’ is a tragically relevant documentary
It is both fortunate and unfortunate that the new documentary A Tree of Life: The Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting exists. Fortunately, the film serves as a commemoration of one of the most tragic days in recent history, and a relevant lesson regarding the dangers of hate speech. → Read More
Resignation demands grow as de León clings to L.A. council seat
LOS ANGELES—Embattled City Council members Kevin de León and Gil Cedillo are refusing to resign from their seats despite protests and calls for them to step down. → Read More
L.A. scandalized after leak of politicians’ racist, homophobic, and conspiratorial conversation
LOS ANGELES—Politics in Los Angeles has been rocked in recent days by an inflammatory recorded conversation among three prominent City Council members and a union leader that was leaked to the public. Council President Nury Martinez, Council members Kevin de León and Gil Cedillo, and L.A. → Read More
‘TÁR’ review: A riveting character study dissecting identity, corruption, and cancel culture
The new psychological drama TÁR is an intense experience of watching the deconstruction of perhaps one of the most interesting characters to grace our screens in some time. The main protagonist, Lydia Tár, is a musical genius who arguably may be her own worst enemy. → Read More
‘Nothing Compares’ review: Sinéad O’Connor doc boldly engages protest artistry and Irish history
When it comes to popular culture, perhaps the most notorious incident Sinéad O'Connor is known for is tearing up a picture of Pope John Paul II on live national television during a musical performance. → Read More
‘Bros’ review: A historic LGBTQ-led rom-com with bite in predictable territory
Yes, the new romantic comedy Bros is making history, but is it any good? That’s the big question. The film has grabbed headlines for being the first major studio gay rom-com, and the first studio movie starring and co-written by an openly gay man. → Read More
GOP uses hopes and dreams of immigrants to score political points
Republican leaders— in their race towards the bottom— are using human beings to score political points with their far-right voting base. Using false promises of shelter and work, the GOP governors of Texas, Florida, and Arizona have been kidnapping and trafficking immigrants exercising their leg... → Read More
‘Moonage Daydream’ review: Bowie doc mesmerizes but rarely goes beyond the music
David Bowie was considered one of the most influential music artists of the twentieth century. One could argue that what made him a step ahead of many was his constant reinvention as a public figure and creative. → Read More