Posts by Beatrix Kondo

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  Rainbows and Rollerblades: The queer evolution of the Scott Pilgrim series

  This series has always been queer, it’s just been handled in different ways, with earnest character writing that nonetheless reflected the stereotypes and assumptions of the early 2000s, before unfolding into a more careful, nuanced narrative of sexual fluidity and love in the 2020s.

  History | by Beatrix Kondo | February 14, 2024 | 0 Comments
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  Kiki’s Delivery Service: An empowering coming-of-age tale of self-discovery

  More than three decades after its release, this sweet coming-of-age tale has not lost any of its charms, using its magical elements and the symbolism of the witch to weave a gentle but powerful story of female community and independence.

  Feature | by Beatrix Kondo | May 5, 2023 | 0 Comments