Any time I criticize the representation (or lack thereof) of disability in fictional media, I inevitably get all three of the following responses either in the comments here or on Twitter. This is fiction, it's not real, lighten up (often not worded so politely) If you don't like it, don't read, watch or listen to … Continue reading Yes, I know it’s Fiction, and Yes I’m Still Going to Criticize it
Tag: Me Before You
Media Roundup of Me Before You Criticism
This is a collection of the criticism by the disabled community and allies of the book and film Me Before You. I have also included some mainstream media coverage of the criticism and protests. If I missed anything let me know in the comments or on Twitter. Disabled Community & Allies "Ableist, Stereotypical, and Offensive" … Continue reading Media Roundup of Me Before You Criticism
Why Are You Complaining? Some People Actually Feel That Way: A Critique of Me Before You
Warning: This post includes comprehensive spoilers for the book Me Before You, a book that deals with disability and assisted suicide. It also deals with sexual assault. It has taken me months to get all the way through Jojo Moyes' 2012 novel Me Before You. This protrated reading can be explained by two things. … Continue reading Why Are You Complaining? Some People Actually Feel That Way: A Critique of Me Before You
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