Tariq Ra'ouf

It’s hard to describe the momentousness of Cherien Dabis’ All That’s Left of You in a way that captures it with the justice it deserves. For the average cinephile, this film may be described as a h…

In an interview with The New Arab, ex-Microsoft employees revealed how they stood up against the tech giant’s support for Israel’s atrocities in Gaza

The Encampments broke records last weekend, managing to rake in the largest single-theater opening ever for a documentary. With its important timeliness, it’s a film that strikes the heart of what …

Some time from now — longer than it should be, but sooner than you think — people will look back at this period in history and think to themselves, “how did we let that happen?” And it will be than…

Blaming the failure of Snow White on Rachel Zegler won’t hide the fact that Hollywood viewers know about its pro-Israel double standards, says Tariq Raouf.

Kuwaisiana, an alt-rock band, blends culture and critique to challenge stereotypes and spark dialogue on identity and social issues in Kuwait and beyond

Earlier this year, a collection of entertainment professionals got together to write an open letter addressed to the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, urging them to rescind Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda’s Emmy nomination for her…

When Zeus (Jeff Goldblum) starts to believe a prophecy that foretells the fall of his family, he spirals into a paranoia that threatens gods and mortals alike. All the while, people on Earth begin to question their own loyalty to the gods...

After directing and writing many projects, including the delightful short The Syed Family Xmas Eve Game Night, Fawzia Mirza made her feature film debut in September at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) with The Queen of My Dreams. It’s a…

As debates rage on whether or not celebrities have a social responsibility to acknowledge the humanitarian crisis happening in Gaza and Palestine, many of the world’s most visible people in Hollywood have found a way to appease those looking for…

Like Ted Lasso and Killing Eve before it, this stellar Netflix series ends on a disappointing note. The culprit? Too many new characters When Sex Education premiered four years ago, it changed the game for young-adult dramedies—namely, by not…

Archiving and re-imagining Palestine helps ensure reality is not lost to memory. Palestine Museum US's new exhibition 'From Palestine: Our Past, Our Future' uses a myriad of methods to remind us how Palestine was stolen and how it can be returned.…

Freshly minted boyfriends Nick (Kit Connor) and Charlie (Joe Locke) begin to explore what coming out as a couple means for them both. Meanwhile, Elle (Yasmin Finney) and Tao (William Gao) discover new parts of their friendship, and Isaac (Tobie…

This story contains spoilers for Heartstopper. Last year, Heartstopper made headlines for being an incredible celebration of queer youth and joy. In its second season, the series expands on this theme by letting adults in on the fun while also giving…

For Palestinians in the diaspora, expressing one's 'Palestinian-ness' is fraught with difficulty. Faced with xenophobia, isolation and apathy, Tariq Raouf encourages Palestinians to be loud and proud in their day-to-day activism. What happens when…

Michelle Buteau as Mavis and Peppermint as Peppermint in "Survival of the Thickest." Mashable celebrates Pride all year long and honors Pride Month in June by exploring and championing the modern LGBTQ world in all its glorious queerness — including…

Midge, Susie, and even Lenny Bruce get a bit of farewell joy. "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" draws its curtain to a standing ovation. For five seasons, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel teased us with an ending that promises Midge Maisel (Rachel Brosnahan)…

Television’s raunchiest historical fiction show is back, and this time it’s a scandalous family affair for everyone involved. The Great returns to Hulu on May 12, with a season more adventurous and heart-wrenching than ever. Forgive me Father, for I…

In celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, Variety once again highlights accomplishments by global women of show business. From starring in some of this past year’s most impressive films and television series to executing major deals and…

The film Farha has migrated to the popular production company Netflix and with it the watchful gaze of millions of users across the world. With Israeli authorities whipped into a frenzy at the film's success, is this a major win for Palestinians?…