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Autism Is Having a Moment on TV but Not Everyone In the Autistic Community Is Celebrating
With The Good Doctor, Atypical, and Young Sheldon recently introduced to the screen, you could say that autism is having a moment in pop culture. The protagonists of these three shows add to a sparse roster of explicitly autistic characters in mainstream film and television. However, not everyone in the autistic community is celebrating. Why is that, you ask? Well, all three of these characters fit an annoyingly familiar mold: young white guys who are straight as far as we know, come from middle class backgrounds, and fit a very specific set of strengths and struggles. Characters who fit this profile are not bad simply by the nature of these traits and real people like them certainly do exist. The problem with these characters is that they are incomplete representations of the autistic community. Autistic women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, senior citizens, people with additional disabilities, and even people whose interests and abilities do not fit the rude math and science genius mold are left out of the narrative. This exclusion is frustrating at best and actively harmful at worst.
By Lauren Harsh8 years ago in Geeks
Victim Blaming in Pretty Little Liars (SPOILERS)
I've been re-watching the show, and something has been bugging me non-stop regarding the relationships between the girls and their parents. In the second episode, we see Melissa's 23-year-old fiance flirt with and ultimately kiss the 16-year-old Spencer. When Melissa sees this and dumps him, Spencer is treated horribly by her family. Despite her protests that it wasn't consensual, her parents take Melissa's side. It leaves a sour taste in the mouth of any viewer who notices this trend. A similar thing happens when it is revealed that Ian, 22, carried on a relationship with Spencer when she was 15. She hides this fact, but the police find out and question her. Her own parents blame her too. I'm personally bothered by the fact that the police didn't question Ian, nor did they arrest him. He may have said that it wasn't sexual, but they would have had no reason to believe him.
By Melody Rauscher8 years ago in Geeks
Why 'The Flash' Season 3 Wasn't as Bad as Everybody Makes It Out To Be
Let me get this started with saying, The Flash season 3 definitely wasn't my favorite season of The Flash. Yet, I'm also not part of the majority of The Flash fans that absolutely hate it. I think some of fans' biggest grievances are completely justified, and I think some of their grievances can be easily defended against. Those grievances are what I'm here to talk about.
By Dennis Begley8 years ago in Geeks
Queer Representation in Pretty Little Liars (SPOILERS)
I could talk at length about this show and have done so with my close friends. This show touches on so many wonderful topics, and it's fun to dissect them all. My favorite thing to talk about is the LGBT+ representation.
By Melody Rauscher8 years ago in Geeks
Binge-Worthy Netflix Crime Shows
Crime shows are seriously one of the best genres in film. There's just so much action, explosions, fighting, blood, cursing, and everything else that gets your blood flowing with anticipation. These types of shows get you so hyped up, then they leave you with cliffhangers that have made nearly all of us cry in desperation until the next episode airs.
By Jacqueline Hanikeh8 years ago in Geeks
Beth IS a Clone!
I am both a huge fan of The Film Theorists and Rick and Morty, however, after watching the Rick and Morty Season Finale last night, I was perfectly convinced that Beth was, indeed, the original copy. I had no qualms with this until I watched the brand new Film Theory episode on YouTube this morning. If you are not caught up on Rick and Morty or Film Theory, then I recommend that you do that before continuing to read this article.
By Liza Newheart8 years ago in Geeks
10 Underrated TV Shows on Netflix
New Girl This show has six seasons total. Only five are on Netflix, but it's worth the watch. If you've seen this show, watch it again! And if you haven't it's about this woman whose boyfriend cheated on her and now she needs a new place. Her new place is also home to three weird dudes. But they make it work. Through relationships, different roommates, house guests, and family issues, they work through life together as a happy dysfunctional family.
By Rich Burton8 years ago in Geeks
Why You Should be Watching The Bold Type
Do you remember that ABC Family changed its name to Freeform? Do you remember that ABC Family even made tv shows, and wasn’t just for Christmas movies and Harry Potter marathons? Well, it's alright if you haven't, but you need to hear about their new show, The Bold Type.
By Liz Shannon8 years ago in Geeks
