Why Process Matters: A Creative Review of After Life

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In our first Media Review episode, we revisit After Life (1998) to talk about something every young artist struggles with: the pressure to be perfect. With filmmaker and best friend Mel Zhao, we explore how this quiet film reveals the value of process, sincerity, and choosing what truly matters. If you’ve ever doubted your work or hesitated to create, this episode is for you.

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This episode was published on November 26, 2025.

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In our first Media Review episode, we revisit After Life (1998) to talk about something every young artist struggles with: the pressure to be perfect. With filmmaker and best friend Mel Zhao, we explore how this quiet film reveals the value of...

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