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What We’re Watching is a guide to must-watch films and television, exclusively curated by The Light Leaks team. Finding new things to watch shouldn’t feel intimidating- too many of us have been bombarded by bro-y film culture telling us what’s good. This column is our way of introducing you to new (and maybe some familiar) faves, sans-gatekeeping. Happy viewing!

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What We're Watching: Study Break, November 2021

What We’re Watching’ is taking a Study Break to explore the films and TV shows that make us wish we could go back to school. The experience of school-aged youths is not one-size-fits-all so our picks: DC's Stargirl, Sex Education, The Edge of Seventeen, Genera+ion, and All American aren’t either! Find the show for your taste and mood!

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What We're Watching: Spooky Season, October 2021

It’s October, so you know what that means… it’s ~Spooky Season~ Whether you’re a horror novice or a seasoned expert, we have a variety of picks to get you ready for the season. So light a candle, grab some candy, and prepare to be mildly to extremely spooked by our team’s reccs: The Haunting of Bly Manor Jennifer’s Body, What We Do in the Shadows, Scream, and Raw.

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What We're Watching: Pride, Summer 2021

In this edition of What We’re Watching, we’re sharing some of our favorite movies and TV shows featuring LGBTQ+ characters, creators, and actors. Read on to learn about Euphoria, Disclosure, The Half of It, Summerland, and Shiva Baby! While LGBTQ+ representation on screen still has a long way to go, TLL’s team picked the shows and movies that have educated us, entertained us, and have made us feel a little less alone!

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What We're Watching: I Need A Hero, April 2021

This edition of What We’re Watching is all about HEROES! A hero is defined as “a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities”. They don’t have to wear a cape, mask, or costume (though that can definitely be a bonus), they just have to inspire others with what they do. Check out why we love the heroes in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Captain Marvel, Watchman, Dickinson, and Hilda!

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