Friday Features, May 4, 2012
It’s all about The Avengers this week, as the comic book mega-blockbuster release hits theaters. In this segment, we walk you through Hollywood’s latest releases, rating them for their Asian-American presence, or lack thereof. Wondering why we do this? Check out last week’s Friday Features for a look at the method behind the grades. Otherwise, sit back and enjoy.
Studio:
Marvel Studios
No. of AA: 5
Rating: A+
A great alien menace invades Earth and it’s up to a group of super heroes lead by a not-very-secret organization to thwart the would-be destroyers. Captain America, the Hulk, Black Widow, Iron Man, Thor and Hawkeye round out the bunch, along with special cameos.
Studio:
Participant Media
No. of AA: 0
Rating: F
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
Elderly white people band together and move to India and to what they believe to be a paradisaical retirement community. Judi Dench leads the cast of movie veterans in this comedic look at growing older. Why the F? The cast is British and/or native Indian.
Overall rating this week: B-
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