The most recent season of History Channel’s “Modern Marvels” documented one of the most complicated engineering feats performed at UCLA’s campus: the rotation of Bunche Hall.
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Old Hollywood
Before Hollywood became the commercial movie-making empire of today, it was a small, close-knit community founded on the glamour of movies and stars that graced the silver screen.
Genesis of a university: the beginnings of UCLA
It wasn’t always clear that UCLA would be a top-notch university, or even a four-year one.
Prime | Movie Buff top 9
There are those film buffs who can decipher the works of Woody Allen and recall the entire filmographies of both Ingmar and Ingrid Bergman. Then there are those who proclaim themselves connoisseurs of film because they saw “Avatar” in 3-D six times. For film enthusiasts and those who want to add spice in their movie palate, this list of films recommended by members of the UCLA Film, Television and Digital Media Department will appease the tastes of any insatiable moviegoer.
Prime | Late Night
After 11 p.m., everything you hate about Los Angeles disappears. There’s plenty of parking, no traffic to speak of and it’s not as crowded. It’s the perfect time to go out and get good food ““ and contrary to popular belief, there’s plenty to eat.
Prime | Cheap Eats
Los Angeles is an expensive city to live (and eat) in, but there’s no need to go around spending $15 on every meal out ““ who do you think you are, a newly hired investment banker? Your mother taught you better than that. Look harder and you can find flavorful, exotic cuisine at more than reasonable prices.
Prime | Inside the fashion district
A recession doesn’t just affect jobs and university budgets; it also makes its mark on fashion. It changes the way we shop. L.A. Fashion District has been a bargain-hunter’s paradise for years, but with wallets being squeezed tighter than usual, it has become an asset to the masses.