Wednesday, June 18

UCLA alumnus Madison Shamoun employs TFT training for role in ‘The Z-Suite’

This post was updated Oct. 2 at 5:15 p.m. Madison Shamoun is preparing for her silver screen renaissance. The UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television alumnus was recently cast alongside Lauren Graham in the upcoming television series “The Z-Suite.” Tubi’s upcoming workplace comedy follows the unraveling of a New York advertising agency and intergenerational clashes between Gen Z and established C-suite employees. Read more...

Photo: Madison Shamoun poses for a portrait against a pastel yellow backdrop. The UCLA alumnus is preparing for her role in Tubi’s upcoming comedy series “The Z-Suite.” (Courtesy of Ben Cope)


Mirrorball Productions provides creative, inclusive space for UCLA creators

Reflecting a kaleidoscope of identities, Mirrorball Productions is shining its light on campus’ underrepresented artists. Stepping into its first full year as a campus organization, the film production company is embracing inclusivity and exploration, president of Mirrorball Productions Javeon Shannon said, honoring its founding mission to nurture a space for artists of all backgrounds to share their stories. Read more...

Photo: Illuminated by vibrant purple light, Mirrorball Productions wraps up filming on its student film. Centered on the merging of theater and film departments, the organization aims to create a space for students interested in storytelling. (Photo courtesy of Mirrorball Productions. Photo illustration by Shimi Goldberger/Daily Bruin staff)



Film review: ‘Alien: Romulus’ pays homage to franchise without eclipsing original installment

This post was updated Aug. 18 at 9:06 p.m. Warning: spoilers ahead. “Alien: Romulus” launches the franchise into orbit for the first time in almost 40 years, despite presenting a familiar experience that is anything but alien. Read more...

Photo: Dripping in sticky, clear slime, the otherworldly creature stands face to face with human life. Written and directed by Fede Álvarez, the action-horror “Alien: Romulus” premiered Aug. 16. (Courtesy of Disney)


‘Shenanigans’ film written by UCLA alumnus explores family, societal expectations

This post was updated Aug. 18 at 8:57 p.m. A new short-form comedy is leaving little room for “Shenanigans.” “Shenanigans,” written by alumnus Alex Henry, began production Aug. Read more...

Photo: Sporting a vibrant blue flight jacket, alumnus Alex Henry as James Dwayne Jr. in the upcoming short film “Shenanigans,” stands atop the stairs. Set in 1999, the period piece captures a nostalgic feel. (Courtesy of Young Dragon Studio)


Film review: ‘Trap’ falls short of trapping audience until finale with unrealistic turns

This post was updated Aug. 4 at 8:33 p.m. “Trap” hopes to ensnare audiences in a tightly wound thriller but releases all of its tension – and the audience’s attention – well before the finish line. Read more...

Photo: Glazed by unsettling red light, Cooper (left), played by Josh Hartnett, scans the crammed concert for an escape, accompanying his distracted daughter Riley (right), played by Ariel Donoghue. The fresh thriller “Trap,” released Aug. 2, shines the spotlight on an unrecoverable night of high-stakes investigation. (Courtesy of IMDb)


Movie review: ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ thoughtfully honors genre’s beginnings, iconic characters

“Deadpool & Wolverine” is honoring the days of Marvel’s future past. Released on Friday, “Deadpool & Wolverine,” directed by Shawn Levy, is not only a great Deadpool movie, but the “Spider-Man: No Way Home” of Fox Studios’ Marvel Universe. Read more...

Photo: Wedged in the center seat of the beige-interior car sits Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool. The finale of Marvel’s “Deadpool & Wolverine” film series released nationwide July 26. (Courtesy of Disney)



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