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Dìdi: A Cinematic Reflection on Identity and Belonging

Dìdi: A Cinematic Reflection on Identity and Belonging
Sean Wang’s debut film "Dìdi" explores feeling like an outsider in a place where you think you should belong, capturing the tension between cultural identity and self-acceptance.
Alexis Marion, Staff Writer September 29, 2024

What does it feel like to be an outsider in a place you think you should belong to, where everyone looks like you? Sean Wang, a 30-year-old Taiwanese American filmmaker hailing from Fremont, California, dove into the unique experiences of his childhood that sparked this question in his first feature-length...

Sundance continues online amid COVID-19

Sundance continues online amid COVID-19
The Sundance Film Festival creatively fosters an intimate online experience to benefit students and filmmakers alike.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor February 6, 2021

Taking place fully online for the very first time, this year’s Sundance Film Festival was a unique and attainable experience. Though holding the festival in person is convenient for attendees to make connections and gives satisfaction to filmmakers, there were some benefits that come from the festival’s...

“Sing Street” is a musical classic

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The John Carney film proves coming of age stories will always remain relevant.
Hayley Langdon, Writer April 20, 2016
The John Carney film proves coming of age stories will always remain relevant.

Powerful narratives that break the mold

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All the finest indie films made their mark at this year’s Sundance Film Festival.
David Vendrell, Writer February 3, 2015
All the finest indie films made their mark at this year’s Sundance Film Festival.