As the season’s palette transitions from vibrant greens to soft reds and yellows, television harvests a bountiful lineup for autumn. With cozy weather and cool winds approaching, the fall’s fresh releases will surely offer a familiar experience for viewers. Read more...
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This post was updated Oct. 6 at 8 p.m. Warning: spoilers ahead. “Joker: Folie à Deux” is a dark, symphonic crescendo into madness, redefining chaos. Slicing into theaters Friday, director Todd Phillips’ audacious sequel to his 2019 phenomenon, “Joker,” is a visceral exploration of love and madness. Read more...
Photo: Joaquin Phoenix (right) returns to his Oscar-winning role of Arthur Fleck alongside Lady Gaga (left) as Lee Quinzel in “Joker: Folie à Deux.” Written and directed by Todd Phillips, the sequel hit theaters everywhere Oct. 4. (Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures)
This post was updated Oct. 6 at 7:49 p.m. UCLA alumni are setting the stage for efficacious storytelling through short films. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, PBS SoCal’s annual FINE CUT festival of films showcases student films from across Southern California and provides networking opportunities for participants. Read more...
Photo: UCLA alumnus Giovanna Molina (center) wears a black dress and accepts her award for best narrative short film. PBS SoCal held its 25th anniversary FINE CUT festival of student films at Landmark Theaters Sunset on Sept. 10. (Courtesy of PBS SoCal)
Editor’s note: This post was updated March 29, 2025, at 12:52 p.m. to clarify that Rosalie Chiang was a member of the ASUCLA Communications Board at the time of publication. Read more...
Photo: Rosalie Chiang glances at the camera. The UCLA student and actress starred in Disney’s animated film “Turning Red.” Chiang hopes to continue amplifying Asian American voices in the film industry. (Courtesy of Getty Images)
Despite setbacks, “Fatal Exposure” not only resonates with audiences but also chills them. Helmed by fourth-year physics student Luke Beall, the Film & Photography Society’s self-described most ambitious film yet follows a young actress as she is stalked throughout a shoot while navigating modern-day girlhood. Read more...
Photo: Faye Malloy – Alma in The Film & Photography Society at UCLA’s short film “FATAL EXPOSURE” – glares at her misleading reflection on the television screen. (Courtesy of Arianna Zhao)
Newland Pictures is uplifting student voices in a brand new way. Founded in 2023, the student-run production company provides opportunities and guidance to those wanting to break into the film industry. Read more...
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Bernardo Britto is chasing life’s most ambitious questions through film. The acclaimed writer and director released his second feature film, “Omni Loop,” on Friday. Featuring award-winning actresses Mary-Louise Parker as Zoya Lowe and Ayo Edebiri as Paula, the sci-fi drama finds the characters attempting to navigate time travel in the hopes of returning to the people they always wanted to be. Read more...
Photo: Bernardo Britto poses for his portrait. “Omni Loop” marks Britto’s second feature film. (Courtesy of Gables Cinema)
