Thursday, December 18

Student-run production company promotes inclusivity, diversity in storytelling

Color Box Production Company is using all its hues to tell the most diverse stories it can through student theater. The student-run production company’s mission is to create inclusive stories that accurately reflect the kaleidoscope of UCLA’s student experience and overall diversity. Read more...

Photo: Over a dozen actors pose for an audience with their hands raised in the air. The company’s previous productions include “Everybody’s Talking about Jamie,” “In the Heights” and “Grease.” Madurya Suresh, previous executive director for Color Box, said being part of such a versatile company strengthened her people skills and organizational abilities. (Courtesy of Mehra Marzbani)




‘Superman’ brings fresh questions for classic hero, disappoints with shaky plot

This post was updated Aug. 3 at 5:05 p.m. Warning: spoilers ahead. It’s got a dog! It’s narratively ambiguous! It’s Superman! Released in theaters July 11, director James Gunn’s latest film unravels his take on the cultural icon that is the “Man of Steel.” Introducing a less orthodox take of the Superman origin story, the film unusually begins with several canon Superman milestones, unlike its predecessor films. Read more...

Photo: Clad in his famed red cape and “S” emblem across his chest, actor David Corenswet as Superman poses with stoic confidence. Released in theaters July 11, director James Gunn’s “Superman” is the latest rendition of the hero and presents classic canon details with fresh plot points. (Courtesy of Warner Bros.)


Eric Swartz’s MFA directing project aims to leave audiences with new perspective

This post was updated July 6 at 9:02 p.m. Eric Swartz is redefining the borders between language and livelihood. The UCLA graduate student showcased his second-year master of fine arts directing project on Phillip Howze’s “Frontieres sans Frontieres” from May 22 to May 24 at Macgowan Hall. Read more...

Photo: Four actors dressed in mismatched brightly-colored costumes interact on stage. Eric Swartz’s directing project on Phillip Howze’s “Frontieres sans Frontieres” was preformed from May 22 to May 24 at Macgowan Hall and featured orphaned teenagers living in a landfill. (Courtesy of Makela Yepez)



Film review: Despite wave of changes, standout lead helps ‘Lilo & Stitch’ remake stay afloat

This post was updated May 26 at 6:01 p.m. Warning: spoilers ahead. In leaving behind signature threads of the cherished classic, “Lilo & Stitch” struggles to honor the true meaning of ʻohana. Read more...

Photo: The titular characters Stitch (Chris Sanders) and Lilo Pelekai (Maia Kealoha) stare into each other’s eyes in a scene from the live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch.” The Disney film released in theaters Friday, almost 25 years after the original animated film. (Courtesy of IMDb)



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