Sharp-eyed fans of “The Good Place” might notice the name of UCLA philosophy professor Pamela Hieronymi listed as “further reading” on a whiteboard in the episode “The Trolley Problem.” It’s not just a coincidence or a reference to her academic work – Hieronymi consulted on the show. Hieronymi helped the show’s creator Michael Schur explore […]
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TV Review: Season two of ‘American Vandal’ doesn’t stink, commentary accurately depicts teens
“American Vandal” combines poop jokes with hard-hitting social commentary in an evolution of the phallic joke legacy that is consistent throughout season one. The second season of the Netflix original series follows amateur detectives Peter (Tyler Alvarez) and Sam (Griffin Gluck) as they leave the mostly wrapped up mystery of Hanover High and travel to […]
CEC announces Charli XCX and Buddy as Bruin Bash 2018 performers
Charli XCX and Buddy join the list of Bruin Bash performers alongside CupcakKe. The Campus Events Commission posted to Instagram and Facebook announcing the two new additions to the concert lineup today. Headlining Bruin Bash 2018 is Charli XCX. Currently, on an all-female tour with Taylor Swift, she will be taking the stage at Pauley […]
Former UCLA Extension student talks writing a rom-com with a twist for Netflix
Classic John Hughes films are marked by nostalgic high school romance. “Sierra Burgess is a Loser” enters the genre with a technological twist. The film, released on Netflix on Sept. 7, follows the titular character as she begins catfishing quarterback Jamey, who believes he is texting a popular cheerleader named Veronica. As their relationship progresses, […]
Q&A: Noah Centineo discusses his favorite movies and chemistry with co-stars
Noah Centineo first captured the internet’s collective heart as Peter Kavinsky in “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before.” Now starring as Jamey, a popular yet sensitive jock in “Sierra Burgess is a Loser,” Centineo spoke to the Daily Bruin about his new film, adolescent relationships and the appeal of the soulful jock. Daily Bruin: […]
Alumnus-directed PSA series ‘Just Sayin’!’ aims to fight fire with comedy
Comedian Nina Tarr discusses Islamophobia while sitting inside a blanket fort and holding a flashlight below her face for a spooky effect. She shares her feelings in a video as part of “Just Sayin’!,” an online series of weekly humorous PSAs featuring comedians, among other public figures. The series will begin Tuesday at its launch […]
Movie review: ‘Sierra Burgess is a Loser’ continues Netflix’s rom-com winning streak
Netflix continues its summer-long bid for the title of rom-com kingpin with “Sierra Burgess is a Loser.” After “Set it Up” was met with wide critical acclaim and “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” garnered a mass following within mere hours, it is nearly impossible for “Sierra Burgess is a Loser” to dodge comparison […]