I am Alexis Avitia. I’m starting a blog as a way of reaching goals I’ve always wanted but never had the courage to reach for before. I will be writing film reviews, tv show reviews, and music recommendations. I’m only too happy to analyze content on a daily basis.
Where I’m From
I grew up in Fresno, CA and before you beat me down on my hometown, please take into account the variety of food selection there is relatively top notch. I am willing to start a street fight over this so reconsider your position.
Where I’ve Been
I worked for almost a decade in the accounting world while also attending college on and off for several years. What can I say, there’s never been just one thing I’ve wanted to do and the ones I truly wanted to do were deemed not profitable enough to pursue by other people.
Some of my passions during this time were photography, writing, and performing in my college’s Opera Workshop.
Thankfully I realized I’m the only one living my life so I might as well enjoy it. In 2018 I transferred to Humboldt State University to pursue a film degree. It was the best choice of my life so far. I met true friends who shared my passion for storytelling and had some pretty incredible experiences.
I volunteered for the local women’s roller derby league, collaborated on the Toyon Literary Magazine Vol. 66, and worked on over 10 student short films.
After I graduated in 2020, I came back home for a year before moving to Los Angeles in July of 2021. Since then I’ve worked on Jordan Peele’s new film Nope (2022), a film about Shirley Chisholm, worked as a beertender at a billiards hall, and enjoyed a lot of daily walks with my dog. All in all, I can’t complain about where life has led me.
Where I’m Going
I hope to continue gaining new experiences, making genuine connections with people, and turning my passions into something real. When I was younger, I was too afraid of rejection to show people my writing. This blog is the next step in becoming someone I want to know. I hope you can come along for the ride.