Creature of tradition UCLA’s Fowler Museum of Cultural History showcases the diversity and culture of a Mexican ceramic artform that brings its human alter egos to life By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Contributor What has two heads, human eyes and the body of a dog? Read more...

Director proves truth stranger than fiction Reality-inspired film departs from American entertainment values By Jeffrey Shore Daily Bruin Contributor In the entertainment industry, where humility is not always perceived as a virtue, British director Benjamin Ross is something of a rarity. Read more...

‘Just Men’ takes comic approach to serious issue Gary Goldstein production challenges actor to trace character’s bigoted attitude By Jennifer Richmond Daily Bruin Senior Staff Playing an overbearing character is nothing new to Robert Mandan. Read more...

Soundbites Bad Religion "The Gray Race" (Atlantic) As pop punk bands such as Green Day, Offspring and Rancid began dominating the airwaves, the name Bad Religion started appearing in the strangest places – like mainstream media and MTV. Read more...

Updated video games pack new, improved punch New Street Fighter requires more skill than Primal Rage By William Schiffmann The Associated Press Sequels are often just a cynical scheme to capitalize on a popular title. Read more...

Sappy ‘Up Close’ ends predictably By Lael Loewenstein Daily Bruin Contributor From the moment that Sally Atwater (Michelle Pfeiffer) walks into the the office of veteran news director Warren Justice (Robert Redford) and spills the contents of her purse all over his floor, it’s clear she’s got a lot to learn. Read more...

311’s cosmic sound goes Universal Native Omaha band graces Los Angeles venue in midst of 30-show tour By Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Contributor Tim Mahoney dreams of a good night’s sleep in his California king size bed. Read more...