Asian American and Pacific Islander filmmakers have always been bringing their experiences to screens big and small. From viewing a documentary about the historical precedents of AAPI hate to a heartfelt romantic comedy, celebrate this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by looking back on AAPI filmmakers’ richly layered narratives throughout cinema history. Read more...
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Alumnus John Berardo’s new slasher flick aims to defy genre stereotypes with pressing social commentary and dynamic female leads. Released May 7, “Initiation” is available to watch on Amazon Prime, Apple TV and YouTube. Read more...
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This post was updated May 16 at 6:32 p.m. School is back in session, Wildcats. Premiering Friday on Disney+, season two of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” drops back in on the East High School students as they get ready to stage a production of “Beauty and the Beast” for their spring musical. Read more...
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This post was updated May 16 at 6:23 p.m. While 2020 was an unusual year for Hollywood, it was also a year of increased diversity in film. Read more...
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Classic films can have the most timely histories. The UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Latin American Cinemateca of Los Angeles partnered to present a free screening of the 1939 film “Verbena Trágica” on Thursday. Read more...
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Marianna Varviani’s thesis project “Time to Dream” creates a dreamscape rooted in reality. The MFA student and choreographer will premiere her project, which features a collection of seven short dance films, on Thursday. Read more...
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Michael Che’s comedic talent continues to shine separately from the “Weekend Update” desk at “Saturday Night Live.” Released Thursday on HBO Max and executive produced by “SNL” creator Lorne Michaels, “That Damn Michael Che” is a six-episode, exploratory foray into the mind of the longtime “SNL” cast member and “Weekend Update” co-anchor. Read more...
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