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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

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Iris Ren | Senior Graphic Artist

Why I want to be a filmmaker, even when it feels impossible

Isabella Laikin March 27, 2025
My pursuit of filmmaking isn't about accolades or recognition — it’s about the opportunity to tell stories that resonate deeply, challenge perceptions and contribute to a broader cultural conversation.
WBUR’s CitySpace in west campus.

Werner Herzog discusses new memoir, with talk of witches, daydreams and jungle operations

Ellie Stevens October 16, 2023
Werner Herzog, world-renowned filmmaker, spoke about his new memoir, “Every Man for Himself and God Against All” at WBUR’s CitySpace on Thursday evening.
Director Erin Lee Carr at WBUR CitySpace

WBUR CitySpace hosts screening, Q&A of HBO’s ‘Undercurrent’ with director Erin Lee Carr

Liam Fitzpatrick March 21, 2022
WBUR's Lisa Mullins moderated the conversation about Carr's new two-part documentary.
julianne moore in safe film

BU’s Pandemic Cinema Series sparks film conversations

Sophie Nye March 4, 2021
BU's cinema and media studies program discussed the 1995 drama "Safe" in the latest development of their virtual "Pandemic Cinema" series — where faculty and students engage with movies with timely themes in an effort to foster community through the pandemic.
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