UCLA alumnus Tom Nunan said he remembers his film professor Peter Guber inspiring students by inviting leaders of the entertainment industry to share their stories in class. More »
Hammer Museum, PBS SoCal event to speak up for endangered languages
For one night, the hum of an Aboriginal didgeridoo, the Hawaiian chants of hula dancers and poetry ranging from Wales to Mexico will join together and render an array of culture, heritage and knowledge housed within the fading edifice of the endangered tongue. More »
Second Take: ‘American Sniper’ proves movies in beginning of year have merit
Production studios, Let me let you in on a little secret. I, and many other people, like to spend money. I personally like it a lot, especially on movies. More »
Movie review: “Girlhood”
“Girlhood”Directed by Céline SciammaStrand Releasing4.0 / 5.0 paws Unlike a certain boy-equivalent film of recent popularity, “Girlhood” doesn’t feel revolutionary or universal. The Parisian ghettos are far more corrupting than the middle-class suburbs of “Boyhood,” but it’s not just the environments that set the two apart: it’s how the films’ susceptible characters thrive in them. More »
Film reveals hidden facets of Tibetan culture, language loss
Khashem Gyal speaks the language of an ancient and evolving culture. Like many young Tibetans, Gyal says he understands that speaking his native tongue of Amdo Tibetan has become increasingly rare. More »
Q&A: Timothy DeLaGhetto talks becoming YouTube sensation, mainstream star
Tim Chantarangsu – better known by his moniker Timothy DeLaGhetto – began his career by making videos for his friends and posting them online. More »
Cross Cut: LGBT films from Europe, America differ in focus
In film editing, crosscutting is the technique of cutting between actions occurring at the same time, but in different locations. In Los Angeles, the entertainment capital of the world, foreign cinema rarely takes the spotlight from the plethora of local releases. More »
Featured classifieds
IVY LEAGUE ACHIEVERS Seeking TUTORS for K-12 subjects. *Locations are Beverly Hills-Los Angeles county. *Must have transportation. *$20-$50+per hour(DOE). http://ivyleagueachievers.com/tutoring-jobs/ • Help Wanted
Morning childcare needed for a 1 YR. old. M 7-10; T/W 8-10. $15 p/h. Experience and references required. Email childcaresearch15@gmail.com • Child Care Wanted
WESTWOOD VILLAGE:MIDVALE NEAR LEVERING. 2 Bedrooms. LARGE & BRIGHT. Excellent views. Gardens. Large kitchen, separate dining-room. Private entrance. 310-839-6294 • Apartments for Rent
Saturday daytime Babysitter/Companion wanted for active 14-year old girl. Drive to activities (all in West LA), homework help, playdates. Alternating Saturdays (approx. 6-8 hours), other times if mutually convenient. Registered student, childcare experience, own car, please. Contact Eva at ejsmccoy@pacbell.net. • Child Care Wanted
8725 Clifton Way, Beverly Hills. Amenities: Control access, elevator, parking, close to shops/restaurants. on-site laundry. One bedroom+Den+two bathroom. Manager: 310-276-1528 • Apartments for Rent
8' slate Olhausen pool table with 7 cues, bridge, balls, rack, etc., good condition. Would like to donate to non-profit. Will pay moving costs. email: colleenmhanlon@yahoo.com for pix, more info. • Greeks
Poll
Long Story Short
Our live show, Long Story Short, streams live online Mondays at 6 p.m. on UCLARadio.com.
Subscribe on iTunes