Film Review: Strange Darling
By Dolores Quintana J.T. Mollner’s film Strange Darling is not what it seems. While it is, on the surface, a “cat and mouse” thriller, it is also a not unsympathetic portrait of psychosis and severe […]
Film Review: Harold and the Purple Crayon
By Dolores Quintana I will admit that my expectations weren’t high for Harold and the Purple Crayon, but I was pleasantly surprised by the film. It was charming and sincere, not just a kid’s movie […]
Kamala Harris Secures Democratic Presidential Nomination with Unprecedented Support
Over 1,976 State Delegates Pledge Support, Solidifying Harris as the Nominee By Dolores Quintana In one day, Brentwood resident and Vice President Kamala Harris received pledges of support from over 1,976 state delegates, enough to […]
Film Review: MaXXXine
By Dolores Quintana MaXXXine, the third installment in Ti West’s X film series, could potentially be the finale. However, writer and director West has hinted at the possibility of a fourth film. The series began […]
Kill Hits Theaters This Weekend: An Action-Packed Thrill Ride on a Train
Our Interview with Indian Director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat By Dolores Quintana Kill is a new film that opens this weekend. It is the story of a train that becomes the battleground for a fight to […]
Film Review: Longlegs
By Dolores Quintana Longlegs is pure poetic eldritch terror. From the very beginning, director Osgood Perkins uses the actors’ performances, cinematography, and even locations to create a sense of foreboding and dread. The filmy plastic […]
Film Review: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
By Dolores Quintana FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA: beautiful madness and pure cinematic bliss—epic storytelling packed with fiery mayhem and so much more. It is FURIOSA; everything that makes her the titan she is in […]
UCLA Gaza Solidarity Encampment Dismantled After Night of Counter Protesters’ Violence
LAPD and Other Agencies Sent in For “Student Safety”, Students Arrested The UCLA Gaza Solidarity Encampment was removed during the early morning hours of May 2. Students were told by Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost […]
UCLA Gaza Solidarity Encampment Attacked by Counter-Protesters During the Night/Early Morning Hours
Violence Erupts as Demonstrators Face Aggression During Tense Overnight Attacks On the night and early morning of April 30 into May 1, UCLA students’ Gaza Solidarity Encampment was attacked by a group of counter-protesters who […]
New Bakery, Petitgrain Boulangerie, Set to Open in Santa Monica in Broadway Bakery Space
Industry Veterans Bring Their Expertise to the Wilshire Blvd Location By Dolores Quintana Petitgrain Boulangerie, a new bakery, is taking the space formerly occupied by the Broadway Bakery at 1209 Wilshire Blvd in Santa Monica. […]
Horvath Terminates Controversial Ocean Avenue Housing Projects, Orders Search for Alternative Sites
The decision follows weeks of criticism from residents and city leaders, including Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete, who voiced concerns...
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Two Arrested, $50K in Stolen Copper Wire Recovered After Mission Hills Theft
Detectives are continuing to search for two remaining suspects with additional arrests expected Two men were arrested and $50,000 worth...
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