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BRIGHT is a Netflix original movie that melds fantasy with police procedural. In this film, the world initially looks like ours – but it is inhabited with more than just humans. Elves make up the bulk of the wealthy ruling class, while orcs live in poverty and are the victims of systemic racism. It’s a film with the trappings and characters of a fantasy film, but set in a familiar, modern day world. As a result, it’s a film that tackles big ideas like racism and integration – and I think it does so in a way that is very effective.