"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" reminds us what it means to be a hero
This new superhero flick explores identity, friendship, love, and compassion.
Raquel Estes
Hi! I'm Raquel and I'm currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in film with a minor in journalism at the University of Kansas. I’ve always been interested in film as a storytelling format and enjoy getting a bit personal in my writing.
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