Minority Mindset

You can leave the theater as soon as *Black Phone 2* ends—there are no extra scenes after the credits. Just like the first *Black Phone* movie, there’s no hint of what might happen next or any bonus content after the credits roll.

The creators of *No Other Land* chose to release the film independently so all profits could directly support Palestinians in Masafer Yatta. Co-director Yuval Abraham explained that it didn’t make sense to allow a company that contributes to the oppression of Palestinians to profit from a film documenting that very oppression.

It was almost predictable how things unfolded, because Trowbridge consistently acts like a very bright, but undisciplined, child. He’s capable of being a clever and even cruel politician, and that combination of traits is exactly what we see at the end. Kate correctly guessed he’d act on emotion, while Dennison anticipated his tendency to be excessively demanding and unforgiving.

Rob arrived, really hungry, and asked Lawrence if she had anything to eat. Lawrence had anticipated this, previously telling Norton that Robert can be quite helpless and doesn’t take care of himself well. She joked that she wouldn’t even trust him to put on a coat, and that he wouldn’t remember to eat. Unfortunately, the only food available at their girls’ night was in the trash. While Robert was in the bathroom, Lawrence actually dug some food out of the garbage for him – she compared it to a scene from *The Hunger Games* with Peeta sharing bread. Robert ate everything, was still hungry, and asked for more. Lawrence told him there was some left, but it was also in the trash. This didn’t bother Robert, who happily pulled it out and continued eating. It makes you wonder if the story is actually true, or if it’s an exaggeration – Robert is known to sometimes bend the truth when talking to the media, and Lawrence might be doing the same.

It’s impossible to say exactly when *One Piece* will finish – even the author, Eiichiro Oda, doesn’t know! – but many fans believe the story is approaching its conclusion. If you’re hoping for a clear indication that the end is near, there are a few clues to consider, including a recent statement from Oda himself.

The series *Boots* realistically portrays the intense process of joining the Marines, focusing on an 18-year-old who enlists before the implementation of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” Adapted from Greg Cope White’s memoir, *The Pink Marine*, the show follows a young man (played by Miles Heizer, known for his teen roles) who spontaneously joins basic training with the friend he has a crush on. *Boots* feels like a comedic take on summer camp – our main character endures tough drills, forms close bonds with his fellow recruits, and learns to persevere. The show suggests that the harshness of military training can actually improve a person, which is a bold claim. I kept watching hoping the series would challenge this idea, but after finishing the season, I’m still unsure if it does.