Always Be My Maybe Directed by Nahnatchka Khan; Netflix; Release date: May 2019
Film Shorts
ALWAYS BE MY MAYBE:
A cute little RomCom that stays true to the formula and satisfies a RomCom fan like myself.
Though I enjoyed the movie, I found it problematic on two aspects. One, it played way too safe in trying to avoid Asian stereotypes that it removed lots of -- what could be considered -- authenticity.
Two, using black life/culture/people as a support system, with "support system" being my way to not disparage the creators of the film as the use/featuring is meant to be complimentary.
If you've screened it, chime in and let me know your thoughts. If you haven't, it's worth a viewing.
Recommendation: MEDIUM-HIGH
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Reviewed by Guichard Cadet
