In the Heights.
On the Monday after the release of
In the Heights, its creator, Lin-Manuel Miranda posted not a congratulatory note but an apology. Over the weekend, the conversation around colorism and
In the Heights reached a fever pitch as more viewers began to wonder why there weren t any dark-skinned Afro-Latinos in any of the leading roles to represent a place as diverse as Washington Heights. I m trying to hold space for both the incredible pride in the movie we made and be accountable for our shortcomings, Miranda said in a statement posted on social media. Thanks for your honest feedback. I promise to do better in my future projects, and I m dedicated to the learning and evolving we all have to do to make sure we are honoring our diverse and vibrant community.
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Singer and actor Leslie Grace stars as Nina Rosario (center), the beloved and brilliant neighborhood sweetheart in the film adaptation of the musical
In the Heights. Macall Polay/Warner Brothers
On the Monday after the release of
In the Heights, its creator, Lin-Manuel Miranda posted not a congratulatory note but an apology. Over the weekend, the conversation around colorism and
In the Heights reached a fever pitch as more viewers began to wonder why there weren t any dark-skinned Afro-Latinos in any of the leading roles to represent a place as diverse as Washington Heights.
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