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Sarah Jasmine Montgomery


Sarah Jasmine Montgomery is a Daily Dot contributor whose writing and criticism cover all things pop culture, with an emphasis on how communities of color impact physical and digital cultural spaces. Her writing and photography have also appeared in Texas Monthly, the Fader, Complex, and Billboard.

netflix when they see us review

‘When They See Us’ illuminates racial injustice that persists today

Ava DuVernay corrects the story of the Central Park Five and shows the present dangers facing Black youth.

On May 31, 2019 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

Netflix Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj review

‘Patriot Act’ volume 2 proves Hasan Minhaj is the next big star of the news-comedy genre

Minhaj holds his own against the likes of John Oliver, Trevor Noah, and Stephen Colbert.

On Feb 19, 2019 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

Hulu The Bisexual review

‘The Bisexual’ validates the gray areas of sexuality

Desiree Akhavan’s new series tells a different kind of coming-out story.

On Nov 16, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

The Pattern app has astrology fans hooked.

Everything you need to know about mysterious astrology app The Pattern

People are freaking out over its accuracy.

On Oct 25, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

Netflix - Feminists: What Were They Thinking? review

Netflix doc ‘Feminists: What Were They Thinking?’ barely scratches the surface on feminism

The documentary is a collection of stories—but not much more.

On Oct 13, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

flight of the concords live in london

Flight of the Conchords’ HBO comeback is a nostalgic return to form

The comedy duo returns to soothe.

On Oct 6, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

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Bhad Bhabie’s debut mixtape ’15’ was worth the wait

She’s not here to piggyback off of a meme.

On Sep 24, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

the break with michelle wolf review

Michelle Wolf doubles down on Sarah Huckabee Sanders with new Netflix talk show

Wolf offers a hilarious respite from the severity of your Twitter timeline.

On May 29, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

cardi b

Cardi B’s ‘Invasion of Privacy’ is the best kind of blockbuster album

Rich with hit songs, millennial proverbs, and imminent Instagram slang, Cardi B's debut album goes big.

On Apr 8, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

Unfair and Lovely movement Pax Jones

The founder of ‘Unfair and Lovely’ is here to reclaim their movement

Pax Jones created a viral hashtag about inclusivity—then they were excluded from it.

On Mar 26, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

'Shape of Water' won best picture at the 90th Academy Awards.

‘The Shape of Water’ wins Oscar for best picture—and the internet is fine with that

The film took home four Academy Awards.

On Mar 4, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

Taraji P. Henson subtly snubbed Ryan Seacrest on the Oscars red carpet following details of sexual assault accusations against him.

Celebs give Ryan Seacrest the cold shoulder on Oscars red carpet

Details of sexual assault allegations against him came out last week.

On Mar 4, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

Tiffany Haddish is wearing the same white dress to a bunch of events—and the internet loves it.

Tiffany Haddish is wearing the same dress everywhere—and the internet is here for it

All hail the queen of being frugal.

On Mar 4, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

George Lopez said he's giving up golfing to support DACA recipients.

George Lopez says he’s giving up golf for Dreamers

Not sure how this will help, but go George.

On Jan 31, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery

'Black Panther: The Album' includes original tracks from Kendrick Lamar and Travis Scott.

Here’s the tracklist for Marvel’s ‘Black Panther: The Album’

The soundtrack curated by Kendrick Lamar drops Feb. 9.

On Jan 31, 2018 by Sarah Jasmine Montgomery