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Letters to the Editor: Trump is behaving exactly like the autocratic Chinese leader he opposes

The president brooks no criticism and disregards inconvenient facts, much like the Chinese government he opposes.




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Letters to the Editor: Wealth inequality is on display for all to see during the coronavirus crisis

In one article, wealthy private schools get government aid. In another, desperate citizens beg for funds online.




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Opinion: Who really has 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'? Not his critics, readers say

Letter writers who criticize the president are brushing off accusations from Trump's defenders that they suffer from some kind of insanity.




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A life-altering event gave Antonio Banderas the right outlook for 'Pain and Glory'

Though Pedro Almodóvar's 'Pain and Glory' is semi-autobiographical, its themes of reconciliation and forgiveness are universal, says Antonio Banderas.




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From controversial to awards darling, down the rabbit hole with 'Jojo'

Taika Waititi's irreverent but humanist look at a boy in the Hitler Youth has been a major presence this awards season — for good and bad.




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Color, grain and 'Raging Bull': 'Irishman,' 'Joker' cinematographers dig deep into craft

Cinematographers Rodrigo Prieto and Lawrence Sher compare notes on their films, 'The Irishman' and 'Joker.'




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Alicia Keys was 'freaking out' before her Grammys tribute to Kobe Bryant

Appearing on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," Grammys host Alicia Keys detailed the backstage frenzy that preceded her poignant tribute to Kobe Bryant.




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Thelma Schoonmaker on editing 'Irishman' and her long partnership with Martin Scorsese

Thelma Schoonmaker began working with Martin Scorsese in 1967. Over the years, she says, it has become more of a collaboration.




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'Ford v Ferrari' sound team captures revving engines, but not just any engines

The 'Ford v Ferrari' sound teams recorded 28 tracks' worth of period accurate Ferrari and Ford GT40 engines to add to the mix.




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Oscar-nominated live-action shorts: Tragedies, near-tragedies and soccer-loving kids

The five Oscar-nominated live-action shorts of 2020: 'Brotherhood,' 'Saria,' 'Nefta Football Club,' 'My Neighbors' Window,' 'A Sister.'




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The 2020 Oscar nominees for visual effects: Playing with ages, time and reality

"The Irishman," "1917," "The Lion King," "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker," "Avengers: Endgame" — a rundown of the visual-effects Oscar finalists.




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Oscars 2020: Everything you need to know ahead of Sunday's show

From where and how to watch the ceremony to who and what is nominated, here's a complete guide to this weekend's Academy Awards.




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Calling all Oscar buffs: How will you do on this trivia quiz?

Last movie to win best picture without any acting nominations? Last woman to win a screenplay Oscar? Take this Academy Awards trivia quiz and see how well you do.




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How I learned to stop worrying and ... ahem ... love the Oscars' best picture choice

We can't control what wins best picture at the Academy Awards. Can we control our emotions when our favorite movie doesn't win?




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'Hair Love' filmmakers on normalizing black hair and 'girl dads'

"Hair Love" filmmakers Matthew A. Cherry and Karen Rupert Toliver discuss their animated short, which is nominated for a 2020 Oscar.




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Oscars 2020 preview: Five things to watch, from Joaquin Phoenix to Billie Eilish

What will Joaquin Phoenix say? What will Billie Eilish and Janelle Monáe sing? Five questions ahead of the 2020 Oscars.




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Feras Fayyad almost couldn't visit the U.S. because he's Syrian. Now he's going to the Oscars

"Did you know this is the 'Pretty Woman' hotel?" a publicist asked Dr. Amani Ballour.




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'The Farewell' and 'Uncut Gems' rule the Spirit Awards, as Bong Joon Ho celebrates with Spike Lee

"The Farewell" made off with best picture as Zhao Shuzhen upset Jennifer Lopez and "Uncut Gems" claimed three prizes, including a win for Adam Sandler.




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Oscars 2020: Renée Zellweger brings her signature style to the red carpet

Zellweger, who won at the Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild Awards and British Academy Film Awards this year, has stuck to a flattering sartorial script.




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Oscars 2020: Cynthia Erivo brings bold, colorful looks to awards season

Cynthia Erivo, Oscar-nominated for 'Harriet,' has been a sartorial surprise at the Golden Globes, Screen Actors Guild Awards and Critics' Choice Awards.




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'Hair Love's' Matthew A. Cherry is the second Oscar-winning former pro athlete after Kobe Bryant

"Hair Love" writer-director-producer Matthew A. Cherry is the first former NFL player to win an Oscar. He is the second pro athlete to win after Kobe Bryant.




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'Toy Story 4' wins animated feature, giving Pixar Oscar No. 10

No other studio has more than three wins in the category; no other franchise has collected two.




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Read Brad Pitt's political Oscars speech saluting stunt workers

Brad Pitt saluted stunt crew and coordinators while accepting an Oscar for his role in Quentin Tarantino's "Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood."




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Elton John picks up his second original song Oscar, this one with Bernie Taupin

It's only fitting that Elton John shares the Oscar song award with Bernie Taupin for "(I'm Gonna) Love Me Again" from "Rocketman," the movie largely about their 50-year collaboration.




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'Parasite' director Bong Joon Ho makes Oscars history with win

A historic best director Oscar goes to 'Parasite' filmmaker Bong Joon Ho, the first Korean winner and only the second time the prize has gone to a film not in English.




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How 'Parasite' made Oscars history as the first foreign-language best picture winner

"Parasite" won the Oscar for best picture, becoming the first non-English language movie to do so. How did it win?




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Bong Joon Ho's wife couldn't stop crying during 'Parasite's' big Oscars night

"Parasite" won four Oscars, including best picture, and emotions ran high among the film's supporters, particularly for director Bong Joon Ho's wife.




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Why Bong Joon Ho actually won three Oscars this year, not four

The rules for the international feature category mean director Bong personally won three Academy Awards in the stunning "Parasite" march to glory.




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From '1917' to, yes, 'Parasite,' video games are even influencing prestige movies

Oscar's big winner, 'Parasite,' and war tale '1917' show how interactive entertainment is shaping linear storytelling — often for the better.




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Film academy considers Oscar eligibility rules change with coronavirus theater closings

The coronavirus pandemic has shut down theaters, which may result in big changes for the Oscars.




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Emmy voting schedule and some eligibility rules shift due to COVID-19

Emmy ceremony stays on schedule, but FYC events are banned, the period during which "hanging" episodes can qualify expands and the voting schedule pushes back.




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'Baywatch' star David Chokachi sheds longtime Miracle Mile home

Following 13 years of ownership, David Chokachi of 'Baywatch' fame has sold his Spanish-style home in the Miracle Mile area for $1.515 million.




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Price-reduced homes for about $800,000 in three Orange County cities

Here's a look at price-reduced properties that can be bought for $800,000 in Irvine, Anaheim and Aliso Viejo in Orange County.




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'Simpsons' writer Tim Long sells Los Feliz Colonial for $4.3 million

In Los Feliz, comedy writer Tim Long sells a 1920s Colonial once owned by Katherine Heigl for $4.3 million. The new owner is Neil Finn of Fleetwood Mac.




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Now that we're all DIYing fabric face masks, this sewing maven has you covered

From her sunny home studio in Glendale, Mimi G is building an online sewing empire, one stitch at a time.




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Home of the Week: Brentwood mansion comes with an illuminated waterfall in the dining room

In Brentwood, a newly built contemporary-style home dazzles with an array of custom light features. Asking price: $12.899 million.




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L.A. Kings star Anze Kopitar nets $2.9 million for Manhattan Beach home

L.A. Kings star Anze Kopitar has sold his Manhattan Beach home for $2.9 million, over $1 million more than he paid in 2008.




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Original TV 'Hulk' Lou Ferrigno sells longtime Santa Monica home

Lou Ferrigno, who starred as the title character on the CBS show 'The Incredible Hulk,' has sold his longtime home in Santa Monica for $3.25 million.




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Jennifer Love Hewitt brings Pacific Palisades home to market

Actress Jennifer Love Hewitt has listed her Pacific Palisades home for sale at $4.199 million.




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'9-1-1: Lone Star' actor tries out veganism during quarantine

Actor Ronen Rubinstein finds that cooking in his light-filled kitchen — and pasta — help him keep a positive attitude as he isolates at home.




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Home of the Week: A divine dwelling in Los Feliz

In Los Feliz, a Spanish Colonial-style residence features original details and a tie to Bel-Air Presbyterian Church's organizing pastor. Asking price: $4.877 million.




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Tarzana's Triangle House, complete with a replica guesthouse, up for grabs at $4 million

In Tarzana, a Harry Gesner-designed Midcentury home with a replica guesthouse in back is on the market for just under $4 million.




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Tavis Smiley seeks $6.2 million for longtime home in Hancock Park

Former talk show host Tavis Smiley is asking $6.2 million for the Spanish-style home he's owned for 14 years in Hancock Park.




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Sofi Tukker duo sell breezy bungalow in L.A.'s Rancho Park

Tucker Halpern and Sophie Hawley-Weld of Sofi Tukker fame have sold a remodeled bungalow in L.A.'s Rancho Park neighborhood for $1.83 million.




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OneRepublic's Brent Kutzle lists his mountain retreat in Topanga

In the mountains of Topanga, OneRepublic bassist Brent Kutzle is asking $2.195 million for the scenic retreat he bought a year ago.




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Kliff Kingsbury's Arizona home steals the show during the NFL Draft

Kliff Kingsbury's modern Arizona home — which he bought last year for $4.45 million — made the rounds on Twitter during Thursday's NFL Draft.




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Hot Property: Lakers star Anthony Davis hangs $8-million price tag on SoCal home

Lakers superstar Anthony Davis is shooting for about $8 million for his Westlake Village home of two years.




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Retired NBA pro Shaun Livingston posts Playa del Rey pad

Former L.A. Clippers and Warriors guard Shaun Livingston has listed a Playa del Rey home for sale at $1.957 million.




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Bolting San Diego: Philip Rivers lists Santaluz estate for $4.2 million

Former Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, who signed with the Indianapolis Colts this offseason, has listed his longtime home in San Diego for sale at $4.199 million.




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Eva Longoria takes a loss on sale of Tom Cruise's former compound

Actress-producer Eva Longoria has sold her Hollywood Hills compound, which was previously owned by actor Tom Cruise, for $8.25 million.