Chauncey K. Robinson

Chauncey K. Robinson is an award winning journalist and film critic. Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, she has a strong love for storytelling and history. She believes narrative greatly influences the way we see the world, which is why she's all about dissecting and analyzing stories and culture to help inform and empower the people.

LATEST ARTICLES BY Chauncey K. Robinson

Politics

Resignation demands grow as de León clings to L.A. council seat
October 25, 2022 By Chauncey K. Robinson
Embattled City Council members Kevin de León and Gil Cedillo are refusing to resign from their seats despite protests and calls for them to step down.
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Politics

L.A. scandalized after leak of politicians’ racist, homophobic, and conspiratorial conversation
October 13, 2022 By Chauncey K. Robinson
The controversy has put the topics of brown and Black unity, division, colorism, and classism in Los Angeles politics center stage.
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Culture

‘TÁR’ review: A riveting character study dissecting identity, corruption, and cancel culture
October 7, 2022 By Chauncey K. Robinson
The new psychological drama TÁR is an intense experience of watching the deconstruction of perhaps one of the most interesting characters to grace our screens in some time.
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Culture

‘Nothing Compares’ review: Sinéad O’Connor doc boldly engages protest artistry and Irish history
September 30, 2022 By Chauncey K. Robinson
She’s known for is tearing up a picture of the pope, but O’Connor’s influence and artistry goes far beyond that moment.
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Culture

‘Bros’ review: A historic LGBTQ-led rom-com with bite in predictable territory
September 30, 2022 By Chauncey K. Robinson
The film has grabbed headlines for being the first major studio gay rom-com, and the first studio movie starring and co-written by an openly gay man.
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Politics

GOP uses hopes and dreams of immigrants to score political points
September 23, 2022 By Chauncey K. Robinson
White Christian nationalism condones kidnapping and trafficking by Republican governors trying to appease their rabid right political base.
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Culture

‘Don’t Worry Darling’ review: An immersive psychological thriller, despite hard to ignore flaws
September 22, 2022 By Chauncey K. Robinson
Beautiful cinematography, focused directing, and a few compelling performances make Don’t Worry Darling an entertaining joy ride with substance.
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Culture

‘Moonage Daydream’ review: Bowie doc mesmerizes but rarely goes beyond the music
September 14, 2022 By Chauncey K. Robinson
It’s gorgeous to look at— and a psychedelic trip to behold— as Bowie’s music plays throughout.
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