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#Foreign Film, Anime/Manga

Understanding Humanity’s Beauty from Howl’s Moving Castle (2004)

Throughout my winter break, I have had the luxury of exploring the world of Hayao Miyazaki for the first time! Based on the movies that I have watched so far (which were Spirited Away (2001), Howl’s Moving Castle (2004), Princess Mononoke (1997), and Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989)), I definitely enjoy the themes and tonal atmosphere that he brings to his audiences.  And, out of all … Continue reading Understanding Humanity’s Beauty from Howl’s Moving Castle (2004)

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Hollywood Films

Get into the Holiday Spirit with It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)

December means the hunt for Christmas classics and what better way to celebrate the season by watching the iconic film It’s a Wonderful Life (1946). George Bailey (James Stewart) has always been a caring human being throughout his entire life by putting other people’s needs before his own. His empathy, however, comes at a cost of sacrificing his passionate pursuits in order to manage his … Continue reading Get into the Holiday Spirit with It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)

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#Foreign Film, Anime/Manga

Tokyo Godfathers (2003): The Significance of Hope, Miracles, and Family

Ah, Christmas: a time of peacefulness, cozied up in your home in the presence of family; where all your troubles and worries are forgotten for a moment; to be present, happy, and joyful while creating new memories with your loved ones. The most wonderful time of the year, indeed.  However, this doesn’t seem to be the case for our main characters in Tokyo Godfathers (2003). … Continue reading Tokyo Godfathers (2003): The Significance of Hope, Miracles, and Family

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Hollywood Films, Indie Film

Paper Tiger (2020) and Over the Moon (2020): Unveiling the Unheard Voices of the Asian American Community

Growing up as a first generation Vietnamese American, I have always felt unseen everytime I turned on the TV and/or went to the movies. Most of the time, whenever there was a chance to see any Vietnamese character or a featured narrative about Vietnam, it had always centered around the Vietnam War and was always exclusively written in the lens of the American struggle–the only … Continue reading Paper Tiger (2020) and Over the Moon (2020): Unveiling the Unheard Voices of the Asian American Community

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