Presentations & Video Essays
As part of my quest to be a lifelong learner, I love to research, write, and present about entertainment, fandom, and pop culture.
As part of my quest to be a lifelong learner, I love to research, write, and present about entertainment, fandom, and pop culture.
IRON LUNG: A Retrospective
Hollywood was caught off-guard when one YouTuber's self-distributed film grossed over $50M at the box office, so I crafted this presentation to explain the YouTuber-turned-filmmaker phenomenon to multiple teams across The Walt Disney Company, including dozens of top executives.
Presentation recording coming soon. For now, the slide deck is viewable to the left.
Pokémon as Transmedia: A Case Study
In this project for my Transmedia Storytelling class, I examine Pokémon as a prime example of what it means to effectively market a franchise story across multiple platforms and mediums.
We Need to Talk About CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD
In this personal project, I examine Marvel's impact on the film industry, Gen Z's changing taste in cinema, and the role that art plays in shaping our culture.
Vampires, Billionaires, and You: What INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE Teaches Us About Power
In this video essay, I discuss how INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE proves that when bad people seek power through art, authenticity will always prevail.