Rooting for Issa Rae’s 'Insecure' follow-up

The HBO Max series isn't flawless, particularly in its attempt to grapple with sexism and the male gaze. But it is always funny, sexy, even moving.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Entertainment July 22, 2022 It's impossible not to root for Issa Rae's 'Insecure' follow-up, 'Rap S—' The HBO Max series isn't flawless, particularly in its attempt to grapple with sexism and the male gaze. But it is always funny, sexy, even moving. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT How 'The Boys' gave its oblivious Black superhero a long-overdue awakening Jessie T. Usher, who plays A-Train on the Prime Video series, explains his character's rude (and bloody) awakening — and his hopes for next season. SHARE       READ MORE Inside the battle for control of a legendary music club — and the soul of a high desert town A bitter dispute over ownership of Pioneertown roadhouse Pappy & Harriet's has stirred fears among locals about the gentrification of their community. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT One America News Network's days may be numbered after being dropped by Verizon The San Diego-based right-wing channel has lost most of its distribution. SHARE       READ MORE Review: Love reigns in Billy Porter's sweet and intelligent rom-com 'Anything's Possible' Billy Porter makes an assured and intelligent directing debut with "Anything's Possible"; Eva Reign stars as a Black transgender high schooler. SHARE       READ MORE The late composer behind 'RoboCop,' 'Conan the Barbarian' gets his due at Disney Hall Basil Poledouris, the composer for the likes of "Free Willy," never quite took off like his contemporaries. A Walt Disney Concert Hall tribute gives him the nod. SHARE       READ MORE Listen to two new dark and dazzling Billie Eilish songs The acoustic-guitar-based "TV" and "The 30th" include references to "Survivor" and the overturning of Roe vs. Wade. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times Entertainment newsletter. Invite your friends, relatives, coworkers to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2022, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, California, 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. We'd love your feedback on this newsletter. Please send your thoughts and suggestions here. You received this email because you signed up for newsletters from The Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences · Unsubscribe from this newsletter · Terms of service · Privacy policy · Do Not Sell My Personal Information · CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW US