Donald Glover

Why Do We Ignore Donald Glover’s Fetishization of Asian Women?

Vera Pavlovich, Loyola University Maryland

Not many fans are aware of Donald Glover’s problematic and harmful past with Asian culture and fetishization.…

May 30, 2024

In an article about fantastic television episodes, Pam stares at Jim in utter disbelief and discomfort as Michael and Jan trade veiled insults across the dinner table.

Five Fantastic Television Episodes

Matthew Doss, University of Chicago

These small screen masterpieces transcend their shows.…

September 11, 2023

In an article about the new Amazon Prime series "Swarm," a drawing of the characters played by guest star Billie Eilish and lead actress Dominique Fishback, as well as series creator Donald Glover.

Swarm Brings a Lot of Buzz, but it Doesn’t Quite Hit the Mark

Elizabeth Fulton, Emory University

The new Amazon Prime Video series is more interested in shallow celebrity references than its main character's emotional development.…

June 29, 2023

‘Atlanta’ Offers an Authentic Experience Through the Perspective of Black Americans

Jesus Garcia, Boston University

The FX Network series continues to provide a unique and enjoyable experience with the newly released Season 3.…

April 5, 2022

Dan Harmon Says ‘A Thing Is Happening’ With a ‘Community’ Movie

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

'Six seasons and a movie' has long been the sitcom's unofficial mantra, and this week the creator gave fans hope that it might come true.…

July 31, 2021

Donald Glover as Lando Calrissian in a ship's cockpit in "Solo: A Star Wars Story."

Lando Calrissian Is Getting His Own ‘Star Wars’ Series

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

Donald Glover will soon reprise his role as everyone's favorite smooth-talking smuggler in a new show on Disney+.…

August 19, 2020

Characters from the show Community sitting at a table

‘Community’ Finally Has the Netflix Spotlight It Deserves

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

Enduring trials and tribulations while on the air, creator Dan Harmon's show has finally garnered some long overdue popularity.…

June 21, 2020

Luke Skywalker, a Stormtrooper, and the Death Star

Even After the Skywalker Saga, ‘Star Wars’ Promises Engaging New Stories

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

Though the nine-film saga is complete, a whole galaxy of potential new storylines and characters awaits for fans to discover in upcoming projects being developed.…

June 17, 2020

In an article about his latest album 3.15.20, a screenshot of Donald Glover

Donald Glover’s ‘3.15.20’ Is the Perfect Send-Off for Childish Gambino

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

The actor and musician's fourth studio album shows just how much he has matured both musically and creatively throughout his career.…

June 11, 2020

‘The Lion King’: To Watch or Not To Watch?

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

'There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.' — Shakespeare, 'Hamlet'…

July 29, 2019

Donald Glover and Rihanna’s Film ‘Guava Island’ is Musical Paradise

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The 55-minute island getaway doesn’t disappoint.…

May 1, 2019

5 Netflix Comedy Specials That’ll Help You Get Through Finals Week

Anushna Patel, University of California, Santa Barbara

If you feel like you haven't smiled in a week, these are for you.…

December 13, 2018

Twitter Users Are Split on Kanye West’s Cameo in Childish Gambino’s Music Video

Rebecca Crosby, American University

In it, a crying Kanye wearing a MAGA is comforted by Michelle Obama.…

September 5, 2018

An Intriguing Photo of Rihanna Has Sparked Anticipation About Her Next Project

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

You know it’s gonna be good when Donald Glover is in on it too.…

August 17, 2018

Is Donald Glover Selfish for Staying off Social Media?

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

His lack of internet presence feels a bit like a wasted opportunity.…

July 17, 2018

Donald Glover Has Been Accused of Plagiarizing ‘This is America’

Rebecca Crosby, American University

The song sounds awfully similar to 'American Pharaoh' by Jase Harley, though Glover's manager has denied any connection.…

June 26, 2018

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With Lando Calrissian, ‘Solo’ Subtly but Deftly Pushes Sexual Boundaries

Tori Ihnen, Fort Hays State University

In the words of Donald Glover himself, how can you not be pansexual in space?…

June 4, 2018

In ‘This Is America,’ Childish Gambino Sensationally Tackles Third-Rail Politics

Alex Johnson, New York University

Police brutality, gun violence, media complicity and institutionalized racism all receive damning portrayals in Donald Glover’s new video.…

May 9, 2018

The 2018 Grammys Marked Progress for People of Color, but Not Women

Alex Johnson, New York University

Though Kendrick Lamar, Donald Glover and Bruno Mars took home a slew of high honors, critics claim that the Grammys snubbed female artists.…

January 29, 2018

Glover has everything that Williams brought to the original film, plus much, much more.

Why Donald Glover Will Make the Best Lando Calrissian

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

Glover has everything that Williams brought to the original film, plus much, much more.…

November 9, 2016

Why Donald Glover’s ‘Atlanta’ Is So Important

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

Donald Glover’s hit show is taking Georgia’s capital to new heights.…

September 14, 2016

8 Things You Need to Know About the New ‘Spider-Man’ Film

Danielle Wilkinson, Purdue University

Among other things, the director’s big break was a movie he came up with as a joke.…

August 26, 2016

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