The creators of “The Liberator” are doing more than just telling a World War II story – they’re liberating the boundaries of animation. The four-episode Netflix miniseries was released on Nov. Read more...
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November 19, 11:11 pm
West Wing Reflections: Women’s recent gains in politics mirror show’s nomination of female chief justice
Garnering 95 Emmy nominations and 26 wins in its seven seasons, “The West Wing” is an NBC television drama that depicts an era in which the president of the United States is a Catholic Democrat and Twitter does not yet exist. Read more...
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Arts, Film & TV
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November 19, 10:11 pm
Alumna aims to inspire audience to speak up in feature film “Raise Your Hand”
This post was updated Nov. 22 at 7:18 p.m. Inner-city teenage life takes center stage in the drama, “Raise Your Hand.” Written, directed and co-produced by UCLA alumna Jessica Rae, the feature-length film was released at the Social Justice Now Film Festival in late October. Read more...
Photo: Growing up in Minneapolis during the ’90s, writer-director Jessica Rae said the film is inspired by her own unique perspective and experiences. (Alex Driscoll/Daily Bruin staff)
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November 19, 3:45 pm
Professors 101: Lap Chi Chu illuminates never-ending nature of learning through lighting design
UCLA is home to some of the world’s leading researchers and experts – better known to students as professors. It’s time to tap into the knowledge and wisdom UCLA professors have to offer. Read more...
Photo: With 19 years of experience at the California Institute of the Arts, professor Lap Chi Chu is the newest addition to UCLA’s School of Theater, Film and Television as the head of the lighting department. (Ashley Kenney/Assistant Photo editor)
Arts, Music
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November 18, 6:57 pm
Alumnus to strike new note in upcoming debut bedroom-pop album
Austin Clarizio is prioritizing musical passion through his production of bedroom pop. While making music independently on his computer, the alumnus released his EP “I Don’t Care” in late August and is planning to release a debut album at the end of this year. Read more...
Photo: Alumnus Austin Clarizio is preparing to release his debut album by the end of the year, with the intention of expanding his discography of bedroom pop. (Ashley Kenney/Assistant Photo editor)
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November 17, 9:31 pm
Required Taste: As popularity of homemade sourdough rises, bakers discuss devotion to starters
Food has become more than just fuel – alongside nourishing our bodies, it taps into our emotions and can infiltrate our minds. In a country known for its freedom, columnist Zinnia Finn will explore the extent to which American culture is tethered to food and the depths to which we each experience this relationship in everyday life. Read more...
Photo: Second-year pre-computational and systems biology student Wendy Su said her sourdough journey began out of quarantine boredom, but she now feels a sense of attachment and obligation to care for her starter. (Jason Zhu/Daily Bruin staff)
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November 16, 11:35 pm
‘His Dark Materials’ season 2 recap – episode 1: ‘The City of Magpies’
The alethiometer spins once more – although perhaps it wavers upon true north. The second season of HBO’s “His Dark Materials” premieres Monday, welcoming audiences back to a world of worlds. Read more...
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