Film festivals often screen movies that may have been otherwise overlooked by the public eye.

The threat of closure of the historic Bruin and Village Theaters in the heart of Westwood gives a warning to the moviegoers of UCLA and Los Angeles alike.

In addition to the Oscars, there is another award show that continues to change the face of the movie industry, the Spirit Awards.

While we are all preoccupied with the Gagas, Kanyes and Taylors of the world, few artists can claim such diverse musical style as the legendary Randy Newman. From his pop-rock hits of the ’70s like “Short People” to the catchy tunes in films such as “Toy Story,” “A Bug’s Life” and most recently, “The Princess and the Frog,” Newman has not only conquered the music industry, but Hollywood as well.