This post was updated April 20 at 12:20 p.m. A baby is likely in pain if their cry is energetic with few moments of silence, according to ChatterBaby. Read more...
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Arts, Arts Columns, Film & TV
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April 15, 6:26 pm
Silver Screen Psychology: While some films explore schizophrenia sensitively, others perpetuate stereotypes
Mental health is explored extensively in popular media, from unsettling character studies like “Joker” to lighthearted family flicks such as “Inside Out.” But while some portrayals successfully shine a light on mental health conditions, others merely perpetuate stigmas and stereotypes. Read more...
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April 15, 5:56 pm
English Fiat Lux classes center around understanding, studying COVID-19’s impacts
Finally, English courses where students can study viral memes and TikTokdance challenges. The UCLA English department is currently offering three Fiat Lux courses centered around COVID-19. Read more...
Photo: UCLA’s English Department has created three new Fiat Lux classes for spring quarter, each focusing on a different facet of the pandemic’s effects. One class explores social media and advertising, while another takes a more literary approach with Albert Camus’ “The Plague.” (Daily Bruin file photo)
Arts, The Quad, Theater & Fine Arts
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April 15, 5:48 pm
Exploring how Los Angeles art museums have curated virtual visitor experiences
American museums have survived wars, famines and economic depressions. Even so, COVID-19 is proving difficult to navigate for some of Los Angeles’ most established institutions. Some museums have exhibition archives they can dip into, featuring walk-throughs or installation footage. Read more...
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April 14, 4:17 pm
‘Killing Eve’ season 3 recap – episode 1: ‘Slowly Slowly Catchy Monkey’
Warning: spoilers ahead A critically acclaimed toxic duo is resuming its game of cat and mouse. Sunday night’s “Killing Eve” season three premiere showcased the usual suspects struggling to bear the consequences of their actions from the ending of season two. Read more...
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April 13, 2:48 pm
Alumna talks meaning of success in lighthearted rom-com, sci-fi first novel
Suzanne Park said her Korean American parents expected her to one day become a doctor – instead, she became a writer. During her second year at Columbia University, the alumna found herself in an elevator with a cadaver during an internship and reconsidered her career trajectory. Read more...
Photo: Alumna Suzanne Park was originally pursuing a medical career. But after finding her comedic voice while touring her stand-up comedy, she decided to channel it into writing. (Courtesy of Joanna Degeneres)
Arts, Film & TV
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April 10, 1:39 pm
Movie review: ‘Tigertail’ offers intimate look into family relationships across generations
Don’t mistake “Tigertail” for “Tiger King” – the former is heartfelt, meaningful and an uplifting love letter to family. The Netflix original, written and directed by Alan Yang, follows Pin-Jui (Hong-Chi Lee), an ambitious young Taiwanese man who fulfills his dream of going to America through an arranged marriage to Zhenzhen (Kunjue Li), even if it means leaving behind the woman he loves. Read more...
Photo: (Courtesy of Sarah Shatz/Netflix)