Social callout for Black editors draws attention to monochrome Hollywood

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Ri-Karlo Handy was accused of “anti-white racism” and “reverse discrimination” after he posted a social media callout for Black film editors. However, he remains hopeful that change can come out of this moment.

Ri-Karlo Handy was accused of “anti-white racism” and “reverse discrimination” after he posted a social media callout for Black film editors. However, he remains hopeful that change can come out of this moment. Photo courtesy of Ri-Karlo Handy.

A Facebook post looking for Black video editors sparked hateful comments and allegations of “anti-white racism,” drawing attention to Hollywood’s lack of diversity and reluctance to change.

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Host:

Steve Chiotakis

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Christian Bordal, Jenna Kagel, Kathryn Barnes