They say “sex sells,” but it seems like a lack of sex is what’s selling the latest season of “The Bachelor.” Colton Underwood – who has dubbed himself “The First Virgin Bachelor” – is a personable former NFL tight end who was just tangled in a love triangle with two girls on the latest seasons […]
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Documentary takes candid look at life of daring political reporter Molly Ivins
Progressive Texas journalist Molly Ivins lived a life of extremes, both personal and political. Her life is now on display in the documentary “Raise Hell: The Life of Molly Ivins,” which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival this weekend. Directed by Janice Engel, the film follows the life of the prominent liberal columnist through the […]
Film archive series to shed light on Hollywood’s unrecognized female directors
This post was updated Jan. 26 at 7:08 a.m. From the mid-1930s until the mid-1960s, there were only two female directors in Hollywood: Dorothy Arzner and Ida Lupino. But according to author Maya Montañez Smukler, this trend shifted in the 1970s. The UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Hugh M. Hefner Classic American Film […]
Second Take: Failed Fyre Festival scrutinized in competing Hulu and Netflix documentaries
This post was updated Jan. 24 at 12:36 p.m. Fyre Festival was meant to be an escapist, immersive music festival in the Bahamas – instead, it turned into “Lord of the Flies” meets Instagram. The failed music festival was such a compelling train wreck that both Hulu and Netflix released documentaries about it within days […]
Creative work of UCLA alumni to shine at 2019 Sundance Film Festival
This year’s Sundance Film Festival will feature the work of myriad artists and content creators, a few of whom were educated at UCLA. From music scores to documentary, the Daily Bruin examines the work of three alumni premiering at the festival. Roger Suen: Vital Sounds Roger Suen appreciates being an integral part of the filmmaking […]
‘A Quiet Place,’ ‘Argo’ sound editor to discuss inventive art of audio creation
When a tree falls in a movie, and the audience needs to hear it, a dedicated team of experts is there to ensure that it makes a sound. Creating audio for film and television will be the focus of an event hosted by Creative Labs, a club that designs creative, real-life projects with the aim […]
UCLA film students’ commercial enters final round of Coke ad competition
In a recent, student-made commercial, a single sip of Coca-Cola allows a high schooler a glimpse into his future. The 17-year old is shocked to see his 30-year old self on a movie date with a sophisticated woman. She goes to take his hand but instead steals his popcorn as they enjoy the film together. […]