A Cleaner and Greener Future in Constant Dripping Hollows Out The Stone
By Rhea Mursalin Constant Dripping Hollows Out The Stone, directed by Johanna Mägin, is a powerful and highly relevant documentary that delves into the heart of Vietnam’s battle against plastic pollution and waste. Through Mägin’s storytelling and compelling narrative, the film brings to light the stories of individuals who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference in their communities for the benefit of their...
What Was Your Carbon Footprint Today? Has Us Tracking Our Emissions
By Emily Brooks In the informative film, What Was Your Carbon Footprint Today? by Sydney Chandler and Shari Porter, climate change and carbon footprints are put under the microscope, and potential solutions are explored. We learn about the impacts individuals and companies are making, and how to potentially track and offset our emissions. While watching this film, I gained valuable insights. Though I understood the concept of a carbon...
Commitment to Music in Times of Uncertainty: Benjamin Hochman & Keiko Sekino Piano Studio Recital
By Rhea Mursalin Benjamin Hochman and Keiko Sekino’s virtual piano recital is a captivating testament to the resilience and talent of young musicians amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. These performers, with one musician based in China and the other musician based in Russia, deliver a mesmerizing performance that showcases not only their incredible talent but also their deep commitment to their craft. The carefully...
Urban Echoes: Exploring A Boy’s Dream
By Alex Silverman A Boy’s Dream, directed, written, and produced by Zhe Zhang, depicts a nine-year-old boy leaving his mountain pastures for the big city. Set in 2004, young Yeerxiati grows up herding sheep with his grandparents in Northern Xinjiang. When his father returns to take him to the city for school, Yeerxiati faces the challenge of adapting to urban life. Despite familiar themes of fitting in and making friends, the...
Sole Reflections: A Review of Fitting In by Mark Leschinsky
By Jack DeWitt In the short film Fitting In by Mark Leschinsky, the narrator draws a comparison between unique shoes and personalities. A gold high-heeled shoe symbolizes the desire to “fit in,” but the narrator advocates for embracing uniqueness. Film Rating: 3/5. The message is clear but the symbolism feels excessive. Jack Dewitt graduated from Adrian College (Adrian, Michigan) with dual bachelor’s degrees in...
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