Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Author at Study Breaks

Tennis Player Novak Djokovic Shows the Power of Mind Over Matter

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

The 33-year-old pro won at the highest level in spite of his declining athleticism — ultimately, he provided a universal lesson on determination triumphing over circumstance.…

June 3, 2020

The Influence of Eric Rohmer on the World of Film Is Immeasurable

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

The French New Wave director who practically became a genre unto himself has inspired countless filmmakers, including the likes of Quentin Tarantino.…

June 2, 2020

Bret Easton Ellis Remains a Strong Example of a Brave Writer

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Twenty years after the film adaptation of his novel 'American Psycho,' the author maintains his status as someone with an honest artistic vision.…

May 24, 2020

Investing can be an important tool for college students looking for a brighter future.

The Investment Advice of Bill Ackman Might Just Be Helpful for Students

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

This investor suggests that going against the herd is the best way to make money — useful advice for those in college who are hoping to avoid the rat race.…

May 17, 2020

The Garden (pictured above) allow for listeners to explore their individuality and creativity thorugh their punk sounds.

The Garden Is the Creative Two-Piece That Mixes Punk and Electronic

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

These two California twins draw from a huge range of influences to make a sound that may not be commercial, but remains true to their artistic vision.…

May 5, 2020

Screenshot from Les Blank documentary Burden of Dreams

The Films of Les Blank Offer Unscripted Insight Into Unique People

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

The director's films invite us into the raw everyday lives of unusual individuals.…

May 2, 2020

The author of this article gives an inside look at his expereinces back home in Mexcio during the Pandemic.

What COVID-19 Is Like in the Southeast Coast of Mexico

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

A naked glimpse of Veracruz during the pandemic.…

April 25, 2020

Slavoj Zizek on a debate stage with Jordan Peterson

Amidst the Peterson-Zizek Debate, We Should Still Think for Ourselves

Brian Anderson Gil, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

The reaction to the debate between the anti-PC psychologist and the Slovenian Marxist shows that it's easy to surrender thought to public intellectuals.…

April 16, 2020