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Why ScarJo's Casting for Transgender Role Matters by Three Straight Cis-Males
Manage episode 212618670 series 2155252
Scarlett Johansson's latest role as a trans man in the upcoming Pittsburgh mafia film "Rub and Tug" is causing controversy. Critics have called the casting an example of "cis-washing" and berated ScarJo's tepid response to the their frustration.
Tim, Keith, and Aaron talk about why it's a big deal and the progress made (or lack thereof) for non-straight actors in Hollywood.
Show Notes
Scarlett Johansson Responds To Backlash For Being Cast As Trans Man In ‘Rub & Tug’
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
190 episodes
Manage episode 212618670 series 2155252
Scarlett Johansson's latest role as a trans man in the upcoming Pittsburgh mafia film "Rub and Tug" is causing controversy. Critics have called the casting an example of "cis-washing" and berated ScarJo's tepid response to the their frustration.
Tim, Keith, and Aaron talk about why it's a big deal and the progress made (or lack thereof) for non-straight actors in Hollywood.
Show Notes
Scarlett Johansson Responds To Backlash For Being Cast As Trans Man In ‘Rub & Tug’
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
190 episodes
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