CITY OF GHOSTS
Elizabeth Ito’s Netflix series CITY OF GHOSTS (trailer here) is one of the most quietly breathtaking shows I’ve ever seen. Truly. Drawing attention to the diversity of Los Angeles’s many beloved neighborhoods, each episode tells the story of a different community through the lens of children interviewing the friendly ghosts haunting the city. The fourth episode, titled “Tovaangar,” follows the kids as they discover the history of the indigenous peoples of Los Angeles, known as the Tongva. While this show is joyous and kid-friendly, it doesn’t shy away from somber truths, and this episode in particular carries a melancholy weight as the kids begin to understand the effects of industrialization on the city they call home. With its charming, innovative animation and documentary-style patience, CITY OF GHOSTS is a show that will remind you why you love the communities you’re a part of.
—Anna Lee, Development Intern
