Tariq Kyle

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Articles

Snow White-washing Gal Gadot and scapegoating Rachel Zegler

3 weeks ago | newarab.com | Tariq Kyle |Leilani Farha

The true power behind Hollywood's success lies with the audiences, and whether they want to admit it or not, the world is falling in love with Palestine and finally seeing Israel for the monster it is, writes Tariq Raouf [photo credit: Getty Images] After Disney’s live-action Snow White flopped at the box office, industry “insiders,” journalists, and executives pushed the narrative that Rachel Zegler's support for Palestine was to blame for its failure.
Going beyond traditional stereotypes with rock band Kuwaisiana

Nov 8, 2024 | newarab.com | Tariq Kyle

As the world opens up through our ability to travel and connect over the internet, so does the music industry. These days, it's far more likely you will see songs in the Billboard Top 100 that aren't in English - from Bad Bunny to BTS, becoming familiar with hits in a language you don't speak is more common today. And as the world starts to normalise and understand Arab culture amid unlearning biases the West created as we grew up, there is more space for artists to be who they truly are.
Can Bisan Owda Emmy win change Hollywood attitudes on Palestine?

Sep 26, 2024 | newarab.com | Tariq Kyle

Earlier this year, a collection of entertainment professionals got together to write an open letter addressed to the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, urging them to rescind Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda's Emmy nomination for her AJ+ documentary It's Bisan From Gaza and I'm Still Alive.
Adam Hmada's The Sultans of Queens redefines Arab-American life

Sep 12, 2024 | newarab.com | Tariq Kyle
Bollywood flair quickens the tender heart of ‘The Queen of My Dreams’

Mar 22, 2024 | xtramagazine.com | Tariq Kyle

After directing and writing many projects, including the delightful short The Syed Family Xmas Eve Game Night, Fawzia Mirza made her feature film debut in September at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) with The Queen of My Dreams. It’s a story that weaves together intergenerational relationships set within Pakistani and Canadian cultures and told with Bollywood flair.
Hollywood, Palestine, and celebrity 'breadcrumb activism'

Feb 2, 2024 | english.alaraby.co.uk | Tariq Kyle

As debates rage on whether or not celebrities have a social responsibility to acknowledge the humanitarian crisis happening in Gaza and Palestine, many of the world’s most visible people in Hollywood have found a way to appease those looking for recognition, while maintaining an image that keeps them employable. But in an age where celebrity influence has the power to boost economies and cause riots, this breadcrumb activism must be called out in favour of more direct action.
Hollywood, Palestine, and celebrity 'breadcrumb activism'

Feb 1, 2024 | newarab.com | Tariq Kyle

As debates rage on whether or not celebrities have a social responsibility to acknowledge the humanitarian crisis happening in Gaza and Palestine, many of the world's most visible people in Hollywood have found a way to appease those looking for recognition, while maintaining an image that keeps them employable. But in an age where celebrity influence has the power to boost economies and cause riots, this breadcrumb activism must be called out in favour of more direct action.
Sex Education is the latest great show to have a so-so final season

Sep 26, 2023 | avclub.com | Tariq Kyle

When Sex Education premiered four years ago, it changed the game for young-adult dramedies—namely, by not skirting around the awkwardness of growing up post-puberty and instead embracing it. And in the process, the show gave us some of the most hysterical, wonderful depictions of figuring out your sexuality (while simultaneously dealing with school and family) that we’ve seen on TV.
Palestinian exhibition in Venice exposes truth about Nakba

Aug 10, 2023 | english.alaraby.co.uk | Tariq Kyle

Although Nakba Day has come and gone, Palestinians all over the world will always ensure their history is never erased. To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Palestinian Nakba, the Palestinian Museum US is hosting an architectural exhibit in Venice, Italy, through November 23, with a wonderful celebration of Palestinian history, culture, and art.
Palestinian exhibition in Venice exposes truth about Nakba

Aug 9, 2023 | newarab.com | Tariq Kyle

Archiving and re-imagining Palestine helps ensure reality is not lost to memory. Palestine Museum US's new exhibition 'From Palestine: Our Past, Our Future' uses a myriad of methods to remind us how Palestine was stolen and how it can be returned.