New releases to look forward to, a popular Nickelodeon show getting its own podcast and a recap of the stunning political statements at the Miss Universe 2021 pageant.
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The Lookout: Star-Studded New Releases and Updates on AAPI Current Events
A look at new movie trailers, an up and coming singer-rapper and more on Netflix’s new campaign to spotlight AAPI talent.
The Lookout: Upcoming AAPI Film, Music and Book Adaptations to Get Excited About
A first look at Marvel’s newest superheroes, a popular Asian American book heading to television and a Filipina TikTok star releasing her own music.
The Lookout: Major Wins Start Off Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
We’re celebrating the historic wins at the Oscars, getting the rundown on the nationwide boba shortage and cheering on a Billboard chart-topper.
Masala: Pinay Author Melissa de la Cruz Brings Joy to Audiences With a New Disney Studio
Disney never fails to bring the magic to life, and young adult fiction author Melissa de la Cruz has accepted an offer to create a brand-new Disney studio that […]
Review: ‘Well-Behaved Indian Women’ Marries Topical Issues From Past And Present
Ah, summer—or as folks in their 20s and 30s know it, wedding season. This time of year always seems to be colored by talks of white dresses, towering cakes […]
Get Ready For A Hot Vampire Summer With Renée Ahdieh’s ‘The Damned’
With so many public spaces closed, most of us are spending our summer weekends at home instead of soaking in the sun. Between the indoor lifestyle, a lack of […]
Review: Frances Cha’s ‘If I Had Your Face’ Is A Stunning Authorial Debut
In the busiest part of Seoul, South Korea lies a street buzzing with drunk men, who are exploring the abundance of bars that the area has to offer. Sitting […]
Review: Maxine Mei-Fung Chung’s ‘The Eighth Girl’ Investigates Misogyny And Freud
“The Eighth Girl” begins at the end of our protagonist’s story, on a bridge as she contemplates suicide. What follows—or precedes—is the page-turning action-packed thriller of a photojournalist driven […]
The Lookout: Get Ready For Spring With These New Blooms
The entertainment world has certainly been feeling the impact of the novel coronavirus outbreak, as more and more projects have been cancelled or postponed. AAPI projects, especially movie releases, […]
Review: Sanmao’s ‘Stories Of The Sahara’ Brushes Away The Sands Of Time
The very word “Sahara” can conjure up a number of images, perhaps of gleaming artifacts from long-gone, exotic civilizations. Or of a vast, sandy emptiness, populated solely by camels […]
The Lookout: This February, We’ve Got Your Valentine’s Day Plans Covered
For all those not in the know, the month of February is not just a month of love—it’s jam packed with adventure, comedy, horror and even guns-a-blazing action. These […]
The Lookout: Ring In The New Year With These Exciting AAPI Projects
You know what they say—new year, new movies, shows, albums and books. That is what they say, right? Anyway, we’re welcoming 2020 right, with a slew of AAPI projects […]
Review: From A Dying Korean Dynasty, The Tragedy Of ‘The Court Dancer’ Lives On
When French delegate Victor Collin de Plancy first meets Korean court dancer Yi Jin in the last years of the Joseon Dynasty, he is spellbound by her grace and […]
The Unforgettable Gala: The Digital Influencer Award Nominees
Editor’s Note: For almost 20 years, the Unforgettable Gala has been the most visible platform to celebrate Asian Americans in entertainment. Here at “Character Media,” we are thrilled to be able to […]
