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Forum from the Archives: What Does Keanu Reeves Mean to You?

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Sezín Devi Koehler is the author of “Much Ado About Keanu: A Critical Reeves Theory.” (Photos courtesy of Sezín Devi Koehler)

Airdate: Monday, September 1 at 10AM

We need to make “Much Ado About Keanu” Reeves. That’s according to pop culture writer Sezín Devi Koehler’s new book about the wildly popular – if sometimes underestimated – Hollywood star. Besides acting in eighty films over his 40-year career, from “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure” to “The Matrix,” Reeve’s roles have challenged stereotypes of masculinity, provided representation of Asian American and native Hawaiian communities— and he’s known for stepping aside to let his co-stars shine. We’ll talk about what makes Reeves’ career “most excellent.” What’s your favorite Keanu role?

Guests:

Sezín Devi Koehler, pop culture writer; author, “Much Ado About Keanu: A Critical Reeves Theory”

Angelica Jade Bastién, critic covering film and pop culture, New York Magazine's Vulture

Carly Severn, senior editor of audience news, KQED

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