Shiva Baby, Gentefied, and gender and breakout stars

We discuss the new film Shiva Baby and the series Gentefied, both about (in a way!) power, money, and who has those things. 02:25 Shiva Baby, available in some theaters and on demand, is about a college student/sugar baby stuck in a claustrophobic limbo at a shiva. 22:17 Gentefied, streaming on Netflix, is about three cousins and a grandpa trying to balance their dreams and their community in LA. 37:27 Plus, culture notes about Regé-Jean Page's departure from Bridgerton, and more broadly, about the rise of the romantic male breakout star compared to their female counterparts. ... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram. For extended show notes — including links that we reference, plus bonus bullshit — subscribe to our Substack. Inquiries, complaints, and recs for what to watch can go to [email protected]. Music: REEKAH Artwork and design: Sara Macias and Andrew Liu Find out more at https://criticism-is-dead.pinecast.co