Category: Essay
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Christopher Nolan as a Third Culture Kid Filmmaker – my personal take
We all know he’s the Batman guy, the Oppenheimer and Interstellar guy. But as someone who grew up in three countries, I found that his films are very close to what a third culture kid’s experience would be… and that helped me understand my own.
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“Can You Hear the Music?”: How Contemporary Movies Use Film Music as a Narrative Tool
Music in contemporary motion pictures remains a highlight for casual filmgoers – with many people recognizing themes from popular franchises like Marvel and Lord of the Rings, and others creating playlists of their favorite film music on Spotify or Youtube. However, considered on a more scholarly approach, film music often acts as a driver for…