The success of any notable story hinges on the protagonist. It’s easy to fall in love with Wonder Woman and Katniss Everdeen or any run-of-the-mill “hero” designed to play on heroic values in spite of some humanizing shortcoming. Read more...
Photo: (Courtesy of Niko Tavernise/Warner Brothers)
China reformed its one-child policy in 2016 after its 37-year tenure, but Hanxiong Bo said children will carry the burdens of this restrictive policy for a lifetime. Read more...
Photo: (Courtesy of Joewi Verhoeven)
Raising a kid takes a different kind of superhero altogether. In “Raising Dion,” that superhero is Nicole, a single mother who has to contend with her son Dion’s newfound powers and consider how best to keep him safe. Read more...
Photo: (Courtesy of Steve Dietl/Netflix)
Television has become one of the most effective ways to incite social change, and Jeff Werner said Netflix’s “Unbelievable” is calling for the public to start believing women. Read more...
Photo: (Beth Dubber/Netflix)
This post was updated Oct. 1 at 6:19 p.m. Hollywood has never been so accessible for Muslim creators. LA is the go-to spot for fostering creativity and making it big – and it’s also home to dozens of promising Muslim artists who’re breaking into the industry and redefining what it means to be Muslim. Read more...
Photo: Sarah Anwer Khan grew up dragging her parents to casting calls. Now, as the 25-year-old works to make a name for herself in Los Angeles, she said she credits the group “Muslim Women in Hollywood” for providing a supportive community in the city. (Lauren Man/Daily Bruin)
Characters and finalists alike aimed for the stars at the Fine Cut Festival of Films. The festival celebrated its 20th year during a private ceremony Thursday night at the Landmark Theatre. Read more...
Photo: Erin Lau’s film, “The Moon and the Night,” about a family’s financial struggles took home the most prestigious award at Fine Cut Festival of Films on Thursday for its attention to storytelling. (Ashley Kenney/Daily Bruin)
The magic of film has always brought people together, and with the start of a new school year, Bruins can be sure to rely on movies to create new bonds. Read more...
Photo: (Muling Shi/Daily Bruin)
