Thursday, July 2

Screen Scene: "Running with Scissors"

"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...


Screen Scene: "Babel"

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...



Happy Halloweekend

Forget costume shopping and candy stocking. UCLA Live has bookended this weekend with enough idiosyncrasy for both body and soul to set the stage for this Halloween. Read more...


Screen Scene: "Death of a President"

"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...


Screen Scene: "The Bridge"

"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...