I’m a bit iffy on
life-changing experiences. Or maybe, it’s more the Hollywood version of them that
bugs me.
A homeless man in Los
Angeles finds his solace in a cello, overcoming his poverty and calming his
mental instability: The Soloist. A Roman
warrior loses his family, wealth, and freedom due to the hate of a tyrant: the
Gladiator. A teacher, surrounded by underprivileged high school students, faces
hate crimes and still has undying
dedication to her students: Dangerous Minds.
These Hollywood clips
are the first life-changing experiences that come to mind: an artist’s
struggle, a warrior’s vengeance, a teacher’s dedication. But the plotlines
always make me think, “What have I accomplished in my life?” Or is Hollywood
really just full of clichés?
