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LA is known for commercial films, new festival wants to change that
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Women to take record number of seats in CA Legislature
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Plans for Rafah offensive could divide Netanyahu and US Democrats
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What it was like photographing the 1970s LA rock and roll scene
NewsThe world of 1970s Laurel Canyon is on full display in Ginny Winn’s book, “Grievous Angels, Trout Masks, and American Beauties: 1970s Rock & Roll Photography of Ginny Winn.”
Galliano’s ‘High and Low’ journey: Alcoholism, racist rants, Maison Margiela
News“High & Low” chronicles John Galliano’s rise with Givenchy and Christian Dior, then his downfall due to alcoholism and anti-Jewish remarks.