She-Ra isn’t the only character that received a makeover for Netflix’s reboot. Although her desexualization spurred controversy, multiple other characters, including villains and her sidekicks, also underwent redesigns for “She-Ra and the Princesses of Power.” Released Nov. 13, the modern reboot of the 1985 series “She-Ra: Princess of Power” follows Adora, who obtains a sword […]
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Societal implications of consumer genetics investigated in new film
One person’s saliva can be the beginning of a love story. The recent advent of consumer genetics, which provides people access to their genetic information, means DNA, including that found in saliva, can tell intensely personal stories. “T3511,” a short film created by Heather Dewey-Hagborg, follows her own increasingly obsessive relationship with an anonymous donor’s […]
Movie review: ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald’ a rich feast for Potterhead eyes
Gellert Grindelwald’s quest for a pure-blood wizardry regime makes it clear that “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” is not for Muggles or No-Majes. Only diehard “Harry Potter” fans will delight in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry’s nostalgic resurgence, the charming wit of young Albus Dumbledore and the immortal presence of infamous alchemist Nicolas […]
After Dark: Fans of The Dude take it easy in screening of ‘The Big Lebowski’
Los Angeles’ blend of midnight movies, cult screenings and historic theaters offers late-night scares and childhood nostalgia back in the theater. Join columnist Nina Young as she attends different cult screenings each week to find out why audiences stay out so late after dark. A lone tumbleweed could’ve drifted down Sunset Boulevard on Friday night […]
Alum directs film following life and disappearance of Oscar Zeta Acosta
He went from being the son of a peach picker to being a lawyer, activist and novelist. And yet, Oscar Zeta Acosta is oftentimes known simply for the fictional character based off him, said alumnus Phillip Rodriguez. Directed by Rodriguez, the film “The Rise and Fall of the Brown Buffalo,” follows the life of writer […]
After Dark: Tamales, live music set ambiance for ‘¡Three Amigos!’ screening
Los Angeles’ blend of midnight movies, cult screenings and historic theaters offer late-night scares and childhood nostalgia back in the theater. Join columnist Nina Young as she attends different cult screenings each week to find out why audiences stay out so late after dark. Dancing marionettes, traditional tamales and mariachi music introduced a late-night screening […]
Female directors discuss redefining representation in filmmaking at panel
Women are taking their stories back. Frustrated by being misrepresented in film productions dominated by men, women are fighting back by replacing them in every level of the industry, said Harrison James, director and Girl Trip co-founder. They are reclaiming their voices by becoming the best in their creative fields, and not just the best […]