Mae Abdulbaki
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Mae is a critic/writer and TV Editor for The Young Folks. A member of the Washington, DC Area Film Critics Association (WAFCA), she's a geek who loves talking about all things entertainment. She is also a voting member of the Black Reel Awards. If she's not at the movies, she's catching up with her TV shows with a glass of wine in hand.

Aladdin: On the Importance of Representation and Disney’s Struggles [Editors Note]

This editorial is a part of a new column at The Young Folks called “Editors Note.” The column aims to discuss topics currently prevalent in Hollywood. Growing up, there weren’t any Middle Eastern characters or characters of Middle Eastern descent…

The Flash 4×11 Review: “The Elongated Knight Rises” Balances Angst with Humor

The Flash dives into discussions of heroism, fear, hope, and the need to help people in “The Elongated Knight Rises.” Filled with some humor to counteract the angst, the episode is paced a lot better than last week’s outing and…

Supergirl 3×11 Review: “Fort Rozz” Explores Kara’s Humanity Sans Powers

It’s an all-girl team-up on Supergirl this week as Kara finds herself working with old enemies Livewire and Psi, and new ally Saturn Girl, for a mission to Fort Rozz. The episode, aptly titled “Fort Rozz,” struggles to maintain its pacing.…

The Flash 4×10 Review: “The Trial of the Flash” Tests Joe and Iris’ Limits

The Flash’s mid-season finale saw Barry be arrested for the murder of Clifford DeVoe. “The Trial of the Flash” picks up immediately after the events of the last episode and  there has never been more investment in a courtroom drama than…

Black Lightning Series Premiere is Strong and Electrifying

Please note this review contains very minor spoilers.  Probably the strongest series premiere of The CW’s superhero lineup since The Flash, Black Lightning is electrifying in its debut. The new series, created by Salim and Mara Brock Akil, is swiftly paced, immediately draws…

Supergirl 3×10 Review: “Legion of Superheroes” Gives Kara Some Clarity

Supergirl kicks of the second half of season three with a strong mid-season premiere. With Reign having knocked out Kara and sent her into a coma at the end of the mid-season finale, I was worried this episode, titled “Legion of…

Black Lightning: 5 Reasons to be Excited

The CW will continue its superhero takeover with its latest addition, Black Lightning. The new series, helmed by showrunners Salim Akil (Jumping the Broom and Girlfriends) and Mara Brock Akil (creator of The Game and Being Mary Jane), will be the fifth DC Comics adaptation to join…