The Dong Problem: How ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’ Deals With Race

AFTER-THE-BINGE

Tina Fey’s new Netflix comedy has few flaws. But when it comes to race, especially in its portrayal of a key Vietnamese character, the show leaves much to be desired.

Published Mar. 9 2015 6:00PM EDT

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If you’re like most 30 Rock and Tina Fey lovers, you probably spent this past weekend binge-watching her new Netflix show Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt from the comfort of your bed eating nachos, Liz Lemon-style.

And if you’re like most of those people, you loved

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The Dong Problem: How ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’ Deals With Race

Tina Fey’s new Netflix comedy has few flaws. But when it comes to race, especially in its portrayal of a key Vietnamese character, the show leaves much to be desired.

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