TV Shows
Synopsis
Created by Mindy Kaling, this sitcom is loosely based on her own childhood experiences. Devi Vishwakumar is dealing with the sudden death of her father, and also trying to have a more successful social life at high school.
Includes 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC representation 
Testimonial
“This show balances silliness/high school drama with some really heavy topics. I love that we get to see Devi make mistakes and grow and try to deal with things better. We love to see the South Asian representation.”
Movies
Synopsis
The film tells the story of a paleontologist in a number of predicaments involving a scatterbrained heiress and a leopard named Baby. Starring Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn.
Testimonial
“It’s a classic screwball comedy (black and white). It’s not for everyone but I love classic romance movies like this. Although the movie was a commercial flop, it is now considered one of the greatest movies of all time. It’s just a great classic romance.”
Synopsis
Rachel Chu is happy to accompany her longtime boyfriend, Nick, to his best friend’s wedding in Singapore. She’s also surprised to learn that Nick’s family is extremely wealthy and he’s considered one of the country’s most eligible bachelors. Thrust into the spotlight, Rachel must now contend with jealous socialites, quirky relatives and something far, far worse — Nick’s disapproving mother.
Includes BIPOC representation
Testimonial
“I will re-watch this movie over and over again until the end of time! This culturally-rich, beautifully adapted movie from the popular book, is one that everyone needs to see. It tackles issues on culture, class, family and politics while also displaying the most beautiful clothing. Not-to-mention the soundtrack which has multiple popular American songs re-recorded in Chinese – also with new original music as well. Overall this film is an amazing rom-com!”
Synopsis
There’s a secret test in the SAT’s that measures your ability to be a spy. The DEBS are a spy agency of college-aged girls in catholic school girl type uniforms. Amy, the ‘perfect score’, attracts the (romantic) attention of Lucy Diamond, the most notorious supervillain around.
Includes 2SLGBTQIA+ representation
Testimonial
“This is such a fun, ridiculous, wonderful lesbian movie. It’s campy and silly and doesn’t take itself too seriously, and I absolutely love it. There’s some action, a cute romance, and some great side characters.”
Synopsis
Gisele (Amy Adams) has met her perfect prince (James Masden) but his step-mother (Susan Sarandon) is not pleased so she tricks Gisele into another realm where “happy endings don’t exist” (sadly this is our realm). Imagine the cheesiest princess getting stuck in NYC and that’s where it just starts.
Testimonial
“This is possibly the perfect Disney movie … and it makes fun of Disney. I suggest you google the easter eggs and cameos because they are so fun. They are currently making a sequel (out later this year) so you need to watch this one to get it. Imagine if some fairy tale princess walked into your house and called her “forest friends” over. Hilarious. If you’re not into musicals you will still enjoy the music as the song contents are super funny.”
Synopsis
Romantic comedy, with a strong hit of family feels too. Same director as The Half Of It. This movie focuses on perpetually busy surgeon Wil, her mother who moves in with her due to a scandal (no spoilers!), and her dancer girlfriend Vivian.
Fun fact: This was the first Hollywood movie that centered on Chinese-Americans since 1993.
Includes 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC representation
Testimonial
“Wil is another deeply awkward Asian-American lesbian and I love her. Lots of cute stuff, lots of family feels, lots of good good commentary on gossipy Asian communities. It gets Real at times, but everyone is happy at the end I promise.”
Synopsis
Peter breaks up with his new boyfriend just before going home for Christmas. He convinces his best friend Nick to come home with him and pretend that they are now dating.
Includes 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC representation
Testimonial
“A nice twist on the “fake dating” trope. There is something so heartwarming about watching Nick interact with Peter’s family. No really big surprises in the storyline, just a wholesome, cute, gay romcom where nobody dies or is sad at the end.”
About
Based on the true story of comedian Kumail Nanjiani meeting and falling in love with his wife Emily. Emily contracts a mysterious illness and is forced to deal with Emily’s family as well as his own.
Includes BIPOC representation
Testimonial
“I love this movie. It has some absolutely hilarious moments but also takes itself seriously when needed. Kumail is so funny in everything he does and I think it’s amazing that he and his wife shared this story with the world. It deals with overcoming cultural differences and how hard it can be to break from tradition.”
Synopsis
A classic tale of Guy likes Popular Girl, Guy asks Nerdy Girl who writes other people’s essays for money to write a love letter to Popular Girl for him, Nerdy Girl also loves Popular Girl.
Includes 2SLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC representation
Testimonial
“The main character is a closeted, socially awkward, useless Asian-American lesbian and I love her. As much as I love the quiet gay pining and the gay panic rampant in this movie, my fave thing is that the main relationship/love story in this movie is actually the friendship between the guy and the main character and I just find that very wholesome as a change of pace.”
Synopsis
A rich woman’s ex-husband shows up unexpectedly the day prior to her second marriage wedding day. Also showing up unexpectedly is a tabloid reporter. Starring Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn and James Stewart.
Testimonial
“This movie is considered one of the greatest comedies and romantic movies of all time. It’s a classic film (Black and White) that was ahead of its time for women’s independence (not a huge surprise with Katharine Hepburn as the lead).”
Synopsis
A movie within a movie. A young boy’s grandfather tells one of his favorite stories. While telling the story we are watching the action unfold. It includes sword fighting, pirates, kidnapping, true love, and much more. Every step of this film is total joy. Stars Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Andre the Giant, Mandy Patinkin, and many more.
Testimonial
“I can’t say enough how important this movie was to me and my siblings growing up. We would watch it over and over again to memorize every word and every gesture. This movie has launched a thousand memes and even more than 30 years later the humour stands. Watch for huge stars like Billy Crystal as Miracle Max. Have fun storming the castle!”
Warnings: The ROUS (Rodents of Unusual Sizes) might be a bit much for little kids.