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(extra credit) THEM: The Haunting Shadows of Prejudice
The show, THEM, vividly portrays the racial tension and discrimination faced by the Emory family as they move to the all-white neighborhood of Compton in the 1950s. The white residents, fueled by deep... Read More(Extra Credit) American Gods: Mythology, Identity, and the American Experience
American Gods is a television series adapted from Neil Gaiman’s novel that delves into a world where ancient deities confront contemporary America. The series, through its intricate storytelling and... Read More(Extra Credit) Blade Runner 2049 Cinematography
“Blade Runner 2049,” directed by Denis Villeneuve, stands as a visual marvel in contemporary cinema. The film’s breathtaking visuals, crafted by the acclaimed cinematographer Roger D... Read More(Extra Credit) From ‘Paris is Burning’ to ‘Renaissance’ – A Journey of Ballroom Culture’s Resurgence
Paris is indeed… still burning. The 1991 documentary, Paris Is Burning, by Jennie Livingston is considered one of the most inspirational documentaries and the world’s introduction to the vibrant u... Read More(Extra Credit) – Genre in Everything Everywhere All at Once
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” takes a bold and unconventional approach to genre, utilizing a chaotic and backward narrative structure that deliberately oscillates between tones, genr... Read More