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“Dear White People”: The Harsh Truth Through Satirical Relief

David L. Garcia
Staff Writer

“Dear White People” tackles big questions about race and identity with the bluntness of a sledgehammer, but never falls victim to preachiness or sensationalism. Like the best satire, it uses humor to effortlessly force you to question yourself and the world around you. Director and writer Justin Simien’s debut is a brilliant film. Its mixture of sympathy and anger lets him ask big questions, even while admitting that neither he, nor anyone else, really has the answers. Continue reading “Dear White People”: The Harsh Truth Through Satirical Relief

San Francisco’s Best Independent Theatres

David L. Garcia
Staff Writer

Going to the movies, especially as a college student, can feel like a waste of time. You pay twelve bucks to get in, and dish out another ten for popcorn and soda. There’s no guarantee you’ll like the movie, and there’s always a chance you’ll be stuck in the theater with one of those people who yells at the screen.  If you’re willing to go through the trouble of going to a movie, at least mix it up a little. Free yourself from AMC and head to one of these unique SF theaters.  Continue reading San Francisco’s Best Independent Theatres