CSULB graduate Jess Kung’s discusses the value of storytelling through different mediums and their documentary short “Faith Alone,” featured in KCET’s Fine Cut Festival meant for emerging filmmakers.
Film & Television
Any articles related to film and television should fall in this category. This category will most likely be filled with reviews and/or commentary on films and/or television series.
The legacy a real life superhero leaves behind: One student’s tribute to Chadwick Boseman
As someone thought to only portray iconic historical figures and superheroes in movies, Chadwick Boseman, in his untimely death, leaves behind real life inspiration through posthumous revelations.
CSULB sculpture and 4D professor makes on-screen debut in new Disney+ series
Professor Brittany Ransom appears in Disney+ show, “Shop Class,” where she leads a duo of young builders in a competition to create and build innovative wooden and metal handiworks.
Five old-school movies to watch during a pandemic
Here are five films to occupy CSULB students’ imaginations in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
‘Birthplace of the People,’ a VR film about Puvungna, debuts at CSULB
The 360-degree virtual reality film was directed by anthropology professor Scott Wilson in collaboration with American Indian Studies professor Cindi Alvitre. For Wilson, the film was a way to immerse the CSULB community in its history with the sacred land.
CSULB student uses ceramics to shatter old-world habits
Ceramic art student Maria Abrahamian’s solo show, features art pieces that challenge female conventions. The exhibition will be on display in the Merlino Gallery Feb. 16 through 20.
A Q&A with CSULB alumnus Gregory Irwin, first assistant cameraman on ‘Joker’
Irwin graduated from CSULB in 1983 and went on to shoot several films. The Daily Forty-Niner reached out to Irwin to discuss his work on “Joker” and lessons learned at the university.
Disney+’s ‘The Mandalorian’ is an adventure worth waiting for
In a galaxy far, far away, a lone bounty hunter traverses the star system far from the reach of the law. “The Mandalorian” is Disney’s latest attempt to extend the Star Wars franchise and mythos, debuting the show on its new streaming service Disney+ November 12.
Film screening, ‘Carlos Almaraz: Playing with Fire’
The documentary, co-directed by Almaraz’s widow, Elsa Flores Almaraz, tells all about the artist’s personal demons and struggles.
Long Beach State alumnus releases feature film, ‘Bummed’
The drama, wrote and directed by Ryan Bergez, class of 2007, had a two-day premiere at the Long Beach Arts Theatre Nov. 2 and 3.