Netflix’s Joy Represents a Breakthrough in Christian Representation in Popular Media
Jean Purdy’s representation in the film is a striking break from how Christians are often portrayed in movies.

Jean Purdy’s representation in the film is a striking break from how Christians are often portrayed in movies.

If people of color are the only ones raising their voices and celebrating increased representation, then our collective forward progress will be minimal, indeed.

Homogeneity in the media is not harmless. There are consequences.

Prime time TV needs more characters who offer a depth and complexity to Christianity that is too often absent in popular culture.
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