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1. The Outsider
Netflix released a movie called “The Outsider”, following an American who becomes member of the Yakuza (Japanese organized crime syndicate). In the movie, the Yakuza are depicted as a bloodthirsty and ruthless. It breaks traditions set by the... More
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2. Unlikely Heroes
What is unknown or not as well known is the heroic acts the Yakuza did a natural disaster in 2011. In 2011, when Japan was hit with an earthquake and Tsunami, one of the unlikeliest heroes stepped up to help the people in need. The Yakuza (Japan’s... More
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3. Danny Trejo
Danny Trejo has always been open about his criminal past. He was a child drug addict and criminal, being in and out of jail for 11 years. Many of the roles he plays has him rekindling with his past. This illustration reimagines his Machete... More
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4. Danny Trejo Reformed
Behind the lenses, Danny Trejo is a philanthropic individual. He is a restauranteur; owning taco restaurants and coffee and donut stores. He also helps spread autism awareness, is a devoted animal lover and animal advocate rescuing dogs.
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5.Handicap Match
The aftermath of Freddie Gray’s death in 2015 increased tension between the black community and the police. Allegedly, Baltimore police claimed they received information that the Bloods and Crips gang were planning on teaming up to take out the... More
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6. Bloods and Crips Unite
Despite the reports Baltimore police received, members of Bloods and Crips were unifying for a greater good. They stood side by side-by-side against police brutality. This was done not only to honor Freddie Gray, but the continuous violence that... More
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7. Criminal Lineup
These five presented figures are who the mainstream media portray as only criminals. From left to right they are: Yakuza member, Danny Trejo, Blood and Crips member and Nathan Phillips
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8. Heroes
In reality, the good deeds these individuals have done are not reported as heavily as their felonious actions.
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alan zhang
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“"Fake News?" explores the mainstream media’s role in portraying felonious person/people of color more publicly while diminishing the good deeds that they've done. This is done through a pair of...” [More]