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The Growing Exploration of Masculinity and Vulnerability in Media
On how representations of masculinity in film and TV are changing.
Brandon Towns is a Chicago-based film critic who has contributed numerous reviews and essays to RogerEbert.com over the years. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Advertising with a minor in Photography from Bradley University in 2020. In 2018, he was one of three recipients of the Sundance Institute's Roger Ebert Fellowship for Film Criticism.
Before his contributions to RogerEbert.com, Brandon was actively involved in production, working on a variety of short films, music videos, commercials, and feature films. His extensive experience in both production and film criticism has given him a unique perspective on the industry, allowing him to provide insightful and informed reviews. Brandon's passion for film and storytelling continues to drive his work as a critic and contributor to the cinematic community.
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On how representations of masculinity in film and TV are changing.
A look at how the death of the superhero flick could bring back the indie film.
A personal piece from a young filmmaker about a troubled production.
A personal reflection from a Chicago filmmaker and former Ebert Fellow about his eye-opening and arduous path to being a filmmaker.
A video essay on black voices at the Sundance Film Festival.
A report on what diversity looks like at the Sundance Film Festival in 2018.
Brandon Towns champions a beautiful gem found within Sundance 2018's Shorts programming.
