Scottish director Kevin Macdonald has an incredible eye for stories that grab you and don’t let go. In fact, he has the awards to prove it. His documentary One Day in September nabbed an Academy Award for Best Documentary film and two others, Touching the Void and The Last King of Scotland, garnered BAFTA Awards. Most recently, he’s been at work on The Mauritanian. Based on Mohamedou Ould Salahi’s bestselling memoir Guantanamo Diary, the film brings to life Salahi’s fight for freedom from imprisonment at Guantanamo. We spoke with Kevin
Serena Singh is a strong, independent woman. She’s intelligent, considerate, and has a kick-ass job at an advertising firm in Washington D.C. She’s tired of being constantly told by her parents and aunties that she should get married and the dreaded, I can introduce you to someone I know! she usually gets. Her younger sister is getting married and her mother wants her to be more like her sister. Serena doesn’t want to get married and doesn’t see herself ever having children. Serena can’t comprehend why her parents are so insistent
Pop Culturalist is excited to be partnering with Netflix to give away tickets to an advance screening of Moxie. You’ll get to see the film before it’s released on March 3rd. Enter by February 18th for your chance to win! About the Film Inspired by her mom’s rebellious past and a confident new friend, a shy 16 year old publishes an anonymous zine calling out sexism at her school. Check out the trailer below: Date & Time Monday, March 1, 2021 This giveaway has ended! Make sure to follow us
Valentina Marino is an artist who should be on everybody’s radar. An up-and-coming talent, Valentina has connected with listeners around the world with her relatable lyrics and unmatched vulnerability. Pop Culturalist caught up with Valentina to learn more about her, her career, and her new release. PC: How did you discover your passion for music? Valentina: I have always loved singing. I started jumping on tables at family dinners and recording myself on a tape recorder when I was three. Since then, it’s turned into a lifelong obsession. PC: Who