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August 14, 7:14 pm

LFTA brings Latino culture, community into the spotlight through film, theater

The Latine Film and Theater Association is uplifting Latino voices on stage and onscreen. LFTA is a student club focused on increasing Latino representation in theater and film by producing various short films and stage productions throughout the school year, said theater co-chair Sammy Andrade-Mayen. Read more...

Photo: The full cast and crew from Night of Cultura 2026 is pictured. LFTA is a student club focused on increasing Latino representation in theater and film by producing various short films and stage productions. (Courtesy of LFTA)

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August 14, 10:47 am

More than a movie: The Bruin Theater’s reopening sparks community in Westwood

This post was updated Aug. 23 at 11:22 p.m. The walk to the theater. The glow of the marquee. The hum of a crowd. These were all part of a moviegoing ritual for generations of UCLA students until two years ago. Read more...

Photo: Illustrations of moviegoing-related objects such as popcorn are placed across the sky above the Bruin Theater. The theater is set to reopen in October after a two-year wait. (Daily Bruin file photo. Illustration by Tess Vo/Daily Bruin staff)

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August 7, 4:38 pm

Directors Village theater draws crowds for ‘The Odyssey’ ahead of 2027 reopening

This post was updated Aug 9 at 1:16 p.m. Two hours before the movie even began, hundreds of excited moviegoers were lined up to see “The Odyssey” at the newly renovated Fox Westwood Village Theater. Read more...

Photo: The Directors Village theater is pictured at night. The historic theater temporarily reopened earlier this summer with screenings of classic films and a three-week run of “The Odyssey.” (Daily Bruin file photo)

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July 31, 4:34 pm

Film review: It’s a ‘Brand New Day’ for Spider-Man with stunning performances, cinematography

This post was updated Aug. 2 at 7:10 p.m. Warning: Spoilers ahead. “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” feels exactly as the title says – brand new. Marvel Studios’ newest addition to the Spider-Man franchise swung into theaters Friday. Read more...

Photo: Spider-Man (Tom Holland) swings across New York City. “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” hit theaters Friday. (Courtesy of IMDb)

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July 26, 11:35 am

Film review: ‘Hadestown’ live recording resurrects Broadway’s beloved musical for the big screen

This post was updated Aug. 2 at 5:24 p.m. “Hadestown: The Musical” takes viewers “way down” to a raw and riveting theatrical experience. The live stage recording captures the essence of theater and makes the audience feel like part of the production through unique cinematography and compelling performances. Read more...

Photo: Eva Noblezada sings while holding up a red flower, Reeve Carney behind her. The film, directed by Brett Sullivan and released July 24 starred the actors from the original Broadway cast. (Courtesy of IMDb)


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