Issa Rae

Comfort Shows To Watch During Winter Break

Sometimes the best way to destress from a long year is by sitting down with your favorite TV characters.…

December 24, 2022

Self’s Interview With Issa Rae Highlights Society’s Obsession With Women’s Personal Lives

In a world that expects marriage and children to be everyone's end goal, those who don't conform are publicly judged for their private choices.…

October 11, 2021

Issa Rae, one of many black writers, adjusts her outfit in 'Insecure.'

Black Writers Are Essential To Portray the Black Experience

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

It's so hard for the Black community to find good representation on TV. But when Black screenwriters like Issa Rae are given a shot, they do it right.…

July 9, 2020

Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani ride the bus in crazy disguises in 'The Lovebirds'

‘The Lovebirds’ Brings Both Romance and Laughs to a Murder Mystery

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

Strong lead performances from Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae make up for the weaknesses in this rom-com murder caper’s script.…

June 21, 2020

Season 4 of ‘Insecure’ Is an Emotional Rollercoaster

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

The fourth season of the HBO comedy-drama focuses on Issa and Molly’s friendship, as well as important issues like toxic masculinity and postpartum depression. Let’s discuss.…

June 6, 2020

Characters from "The Photograph" in a restaurant.

‘The Photograph’ Revamps Black Love for February

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

Why is this romance so important? You won't see stereotypical tropes about black people here — just couples trying to navigate the tricky world of love.…

February 29, 2020

Insecure: How Issa Rae’s New Show Is Breaking Down Racism

Mattie Winowitch, Waynesburg University

Issa Rae’s “Insecure” centers on the everyday encounters of a young black woman; the twist: She’s in a predominantly black world.…

October 24, 2016

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