From a Koreatown karaoke bar to Mojave highways, five short films celebrating the Asian and Pacific Islander community arrived at UCLA on May 8. The annual API Film Night returned for its fourth year at the James Bridges Theater, held by the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television. Read more...
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May 12, 10:33 pm
Film review: ‘Obsession’ struggles to hook viewers – more depth would’ve left watchers obsessed
Editor’s note: This review contains mentions of suicide and self-harm and describes scenes of violence that may be disturbing to some readers. Warning: Spoilers ahead. “Obsession” packs a hearty bite for horror fans, but its screenplay could use more substance for viewers to sink their teeth into. Read more...
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May 10, 10:26 pm
Open Mind Film Festival showcases high schooler-made films on mental health
Under the bright stage lights, high school filmmakers used creativity and advocacy to highlight topics often left in the dark. Taking place at the UCLA James Bridges Theater on April 26, the sixth annual Open Mind Film Festival brought together high school filmmakers from across the United States to show films focused on themes of mental health and wellness. Read more...
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May 4, 12:59 pm
Film review: ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ stuns in style as satisfying sequel
This post was updated May 5 at 10:16 p.m. Warning: Spoilers ahead. While it might not be as timeless as the original, “The Devil Wears Prada 2” still has plenty of style. Read more...
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April 30, 2:09 pm
‘Still moving forward’: Jerry LeVasseur film shows overcoming adversity with hope
This post was updated April 30 at 8:43 pm. At 88 years old, Jerry LeVasseur is still moving forward. Nearly eight decades after surviving the 1944 Hartford Circus Fire – a tragedy that claimed around 170 lives, including his mother’s – LeVasseur continues to train five days a week, compete nationally in masters track and field and approach each new challenge with the same philosophy that has defined his life: keep moving, keep helping others and keep finding joy in the process. Read more...
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April 28, 1:06 pm
Film review: ‘Michael’ delivers dazzling dances but poor, omissive writing
This post was updated April 28 at 9:21 p.m. Editor’s note: This review contains mentions of physical and sexual abuse of children. Warning: Spoilers ahead. “Michael” captures the glory of the King of Pop’s stage presence but fails dismally at meaningfully telling his story. Read more...
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April 21, 6:47 pm
PaleyFest LA panels present popular television series stars, showrunners
This post was updated April 28 at 9:42 p.m. Television’s current stars took to the stage to give audiences a glimpse into this year’s hits. From April 4-12, the Paley Center for Media’s annual PaleyFest LA brought the casts and creatives from eight of this year’s hit series to the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Read more...