An MLA "Works Cited" entry normally begins with the name of the author. However, for film entries, begin with the name of the film. Use title case, and place a period at the end of the name of the movie. Example: Deadpool. Type a space after the period following the name of the film. In regular font, type the phrase "Directed by," then list the name of the director in first name-last name format. Place a period after the director's name. Example: Deadpool. Directed by Tim Miller. If you refer to specific performances, or characters, in your research paper or presentation, include their names after the phrase "Performances by." Separate names with commas, using the word "and" before the final name. Place a period at the end of the final name.  Example: Deadpool. Directed by Tim Miller. Performances by Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, and T. J. Miller. If the performers aren't relevant to your research paper or presentation, you can leave out this part of the citation. In place of the publication information you might use for a book, for a film you provide the name of the studio that produced the film, followed by a comma. End your entry with the year the film was released at the box office, followed by a period.  Example: Deadpool. Directed by Tim Miller. Performances by Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, and T. J. Miller. Marvel Entertainment, 2016. Double check to make sure you're using the name of the company that produced the film, not the company that distributed it. MLA typically uses author and page number for in-text citations. Since films don't have page numbers and the movie title is listed first in your "Works Cited" entry, simply use the name of the film. Italicize the name of the film in your parenthetical citation, since it is italicized in the "Works Cited" entry. Example: (Deadpool).

Summary: Start with the name of the film in italics. Provide the name of the director. Include the names of performers, if relevant. List the production company and year of release. Use the title of the movie in parenthetical in-text citations.


Find a leave-in conditioner that works best for your type of hair. If you are prone to frizzy or dry hair, choose one specifically made to handle frizzy hair. For oil prone hair, look for lighter solutions. Mix a quarter cup of leave-in conditioner with equal parts water and 2–4 tablespoons (29.6–59.1 ml) of oil. Using coconut oil may leave an unwanted scent in your hair. If you have dry hair that is prone to breakage, you should moisturize your scalp on a daily basis. Gently spray over the top of your head to make your hair damp with moisturizer. With oily hair, make sure that the ends of your cornrows are also getting oil. Rub each cornrow individually and remember to moisturize your scalp as well. Using this mixture will prevent your hair from getting dry and breaking. Shea butter is another option if you want to use a different product to moisturize your cornrows. Wearing a satin or silk scarf will prevent your hair from being dry and helps maintain volume. Unlike cotton, it will not absorb your hair's natural oils and will allow for less friction between your hair and pillow as you sleep.  You can also use a satin or silk pillowcase as an alternative to a head scarf. Satin scarves are also called bonnets or head-wraps. Satin and silk headscarves can be found at beauty salons, certain department stores, or online boutiques.

Summary: Mix leave-in conditioner, oil, and water in a spray bottle. Shake your bottle and spray your cornrows with moisturizer. Gently rub the moisturizer into your cornrows. Wrap your hair in a satin or silk scarf.


When your self-esteem is low, you may forget about all of the things you have achieved.  Get a piece of paper and set a timer for 20 minutes. Write down all of your accomplishments. Nothing is too big or too small to be included on your list.  For example, passing a test, finishing a project at school, making the honor roll, or making 1st chair in the band are all accomplishments. You can repeat this exercise anytime you are feeling bad about yourself. The more you listen to the negative thoughts about yourself, the more you will believe them. These thoughts are often not true. Make a list of the negative thoughts you have about yourself and then write a positive statement to refute each thought.  If you think, "I am a failure," refute that by saying, "I am successful at many things." If you write, "Nobody cares about me," refute that by saying, "I have people that care for me." Read the positive statements out loud. Keep the list by your bed. You may need to look at the list daily. It can be easy to look at another person and feel less important, less attractive, or less accomplished. However, you do not really know someone else's life or what it is really like to be them.  The only person you are competing against is yourself.  Make a list of your strengths and weakness. Some of your weaknesses may be things you can work on. For example, one of your weaknesses may be that you are late everywhere you go. Learning to be on time is something that you can definitely improve upon. By focusing on yourself, you will spend less time focusing on other people. Your goals should be small and something that you can actually achieve.  You do not want to set yourself up for failure. Reaching your goals is a process, and you may experience set backs or not achieve as fast as you had planned to. Just keep trying; never give up.  If you have not been exercising at all and your goal is to run a marathon in one month, you would be setting yourself up for failure. A more realistic goal would be to run a 5k in three months and following a consistent running plan. Using the SMART goals framework can help you set realistic goals for yourself. Exercising, getting enough sleep, and eating well can make you feel better about yourself.  Exercise releases endorphins that can improve your mood. If you do not sleep enough, your negative feelings about yourself may feel more intense. A balanced diet, high in fruits and vegetables, can improve your mood as well.  Try to exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. Most people need between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night. If you are a teenager, you need a little more sleep.  Try to get 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night. Try to do at least one thing every day that you enjoy. Take a walk, watch a television show, read a magazine article, listen to music, or spend time with a friend. When you spend time with others, make sure that they are positive people who make you feel good about yourself.  You can also do something nice for someone else (e.g. give someone a card, smile at a person, volunteer) . You will typically feel better about yourself when you do something good for another person. Engaging in activities that you enjoy is another way you can take care of yourself.
Summary: Make a list of your accomplishments. Turn your negative thoughts into positive thoughts. Stop comparing yourself to other people. Set realistic goals. Take care of your physical health. Do activities that you enjoy.