Networks came into this season thinking they had it all figured out. Looking at the success of shows such as “Lost” and “24,” networks thought they had struck gold. Read more...

If participating in a battle of the bands competition counted as units toward graduation, it would be a college band’s dream come true. Unfortunately, it doesn’t, and balancing school with music can be difficult. Read more...

This is the first in an occasional series, “Portraits of the Artists” which will take an in-depth look at UCLA’s artistic and performative departments, from music to film to theater. Read more...

"Death of a President" Director Gabriel Range Newmarket Films (Out of 5) Will it happen during the midday motorcade? Is it going to take place inside the reception at the Economic Club of Chicago? Read more...

"The Bridge" Director Eric Steel First Stripe Productions (Out of 5) Every year, hoards of visitors flock to the Golden Gate Bridge, eager to take in the sights of the San Francisco bay ““ rocky cliffs, foggy waters, and a stunning city skyline, only the click of a lens away. Read more...

"Running with Scissors" Director Ryan Murphy Sony Pictures Classics (Out of 5) An inspiring story about a boy with an unstable family life who grows up to be a successful writer, “Running with Scissors” is not a film for the faint of heart nor the faint of stomach. Read more...

Babel Director Alejandro González Iñárritu Paramount Vantage (Out of 5) If “Babel” is any indication of the slate of films to come this Oscar season, the voting this winter is going to be tough. Read more...