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Rebel Without a Cause (and the Kids)

David Kersh | Posted 05.06.2012

David Kersh

You say to yourself, upon watching a Rebel Without a Cause after so many years, this time around with your middle school sons, that there is no better way to convey coolness and compassion.

Dog Ears Music: Born in January Playlist

Phil Ramone and Danielle Evin | Posted 03.07.2012

Phil Ramone and Danielle Evin

This week we review albums by Xavier Cugat, Pat Benatar, Edwinn Star, Eric Stewart, Alicia Keys and other artists.

James Franco To Direct Cormac McCarthy Film

Posted 11.19.2011

James Franco's now-legendary energy showed no sign of letting up as he announced plans to direct an adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's novel 'Child of Go...

James Franco Casts For Gay Legend

Posted 07.11.2011

A young James Franco's first mainstream success came with his hauntingly real, Golden Globe-winning portrayal of worldwide icon James Dean. Now, a bon...

The Agenda: 'Precious Life' And 'For Once In My Life' Film Screenings

Posted 05.25.2011

Angelenos have their choice between two heart-warming film screenings tonight. Reel Talk with Stephen Farber is showing Precious Life, the story of a ...

DVDs: Wall-E Vs. Panda Death Match!

Michael Giltz | Posted 05.25.2011

Michael Giltz

The animation in Kung Fu Panda is slyly amusing, the storyline witty and sweet and -- here's the kicker -- the action set pieces are probably the best I've seen all year.