Jillian Acri's Media 160 Blog

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Who will you be interviewing?            My partner Jay.  What story are you going to tell?            We will be talking about when him and his father were evicted out of their home for the second time. He will talk about what he went through as a result.  What is the beginning, middle, and end of the story?           The beginning is when he was evicted, the middle is what he had to do because of it, and the end is how he has changed from the experience.  What larger themes does the story address?           It addresses the importance of friendship and not being afraid to lean on those who may not be related by blood, as well as overcoming what may seem to be the impossible.  Ten Questions  What led to the eviction?  Where did you go afterwards? What was the hardest part about it?  How did you internal...

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The media world is full of molds. Molds that aspiring writers, film makers, or any other type of creators are expected to fill, contrary to its perceived open, unique nature. We're expected to cater to everyone's desires, meaning the producers, directors, "higher ups", and audience, leaving out the most important subject: ourselves. I want my work to bend the molds into so many shapes that it ultimately breaks.  I’ve always had a fascination with television, and how much acting goes into broadcasting. I’ve spent my childhood looking for myself on TV, and always wondered why I never found her. My biggest inspirations have always been latin women on TV that uplift and give platforms to others, like Rosie Perez and Sunny Hostin (admittedly I also just love The View). When I find my place in TV, it will be my priority to create more opportunities for marginalized women, so no young girl will ever have to question her visibility ever again.   Words are a medium I cherish ...