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Secrets & Sisterhood: The Sozahdahs (2023)
A Great Representation of What It is Like to Grow Up as a Muslim American in the USA
I would have to disagree with a lot of the negative comments here. I am a Muslim American who grew up here in the US and have lived a large portion of my life in LA. This show is great because it authentically touches on A LOT of internal conflicts that come with growing up Muslim in America, including dealing with taboo issues like pregnancy before marriage or being in same sex relationship.
Like it or not, there are many practices and teachings of Islam that conflict with American practices and traditions. It doesn't mean that either side is right or wrong here. What the show touches on is how the younger generation struggles with reconciling those two different ways of life, and show also does a great job of showcasing the older generation of siblings, who very clearly are rooted in their traditions and devout Muslims. These are real experiences of muslim women in the US, so I don't understand how this could be considered cultural appropriation or misrepresentation, especially when I have had similar experiences.
Overall, I thought it was fun, entertaining, and really relatable show. I hope they have a second season!!
The Problem with Apu (2017)
Overstretching....
After watching this film, I think Hari Kondabalu is reaching with a lot of these arguments. For example, "'Thank you come again' has haunted Indian children for over a century." I am of Pakistani and Indian descent, and not once was I "haunted" or compared to Apu growing up in the United States during the 90's. I have talked with many of my South Asian friends/family about this film, and most of them also have never experienced such a comparison.
Look I appreciate these actors sharing their stories and creating a dialogue about the lack South Asian representation in Hollywood, but using Apu and the Simpsons as a scapegoat is completely misguided. Like many others have mentioned, the film seems to miss the point that the Simpsons is a light-hearted satire, and the show pokes fun at SO many different stereotypes. That's one of the many reasons why we love the Simpsons! Overall, I really don't think there's a strong argument here, and I wouldn't recommend this film...