Monday, September 30, 2024

Falling in Love on the Path to Hell Mini Signing Tour & iam8bit Warehouse Moving Sale

 

If you have Wednesday off or currently unemployed or just gonna skirt Rosh Hashana there's a mini- comic book signing tour to got to. The Falling in Love on the Path to Hell Mini Signing is this Wednesday at three well known comic book shops. Gerry Duggan and Garry Brown are signing copies of their new series at Collectors Paradise NoHo 11a-12p, Golden Apple from 1p-2p and Revenge Of from 3p-4p.

iam8bit has a warehouse moving sale going on now through Oct 14th.

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Friday, September 27, 2024

Halloween Guide This Weekend


Did you forget? We have our annual Halloween Guide up for all the scares and spooky stuff you need. We keep adding to it as more and more special horror movie screenings and events pop-up. Be sure to look for whatever kind of Halloween activity you want.

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Hype: TMNT: Shredder's Revenge - Radical Reptiles, Little Tokyo Silent Auction & Animation Is Film Fest

 

TMNT: Shredder's Revenge - Radical Reptiles DLC has just come out and we've had a blast with the new characters. Mona Lisa is our fav, she's actually a geeky college student turned into a mutant salamander. Keep playing the game with new content or finally grab it.

Put in your final bids for Little Tokyo's silent auction, some nice prices for not that much, ends Sept 30th.

The 7th edition of the Animation is Film Festival has theatrical presentations, special events, and shorts showcases taking place October 18-20 at the TCL Chinese Theatres. This three-day event always has woahs.

Check out their schedule for some amazing animation. Head up, Redline is not for kids!


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Thursday, September 26, 2024

The Jackbox Survey Scramble

 

 

Didn't see this one coming! The Jackbox Survey Scramble is headed to us all at the end of October.

Just played a fun full game of The Naughty Pack, making one of my more prudish friends leave, so... it's kind of funny a more family friendly game is ready to be played.

This is a new survey based game given the Jackbox polish to make it both entertaining and weird. We can't wait to play.

Here's more from the press release:

In this all-new party game experience, players are challenged to think outside of the box to guess what the survey says! Taking real surveys from real people around the globe, The Jackbox Survey Scramble is constantly changing based on answers submitted from players. Play with friends, family, coworkers, and enemies to see how they think when it comes to questions like, “In one word, what’s the cutest nickname for butts?” or “In one word, what’s the best sandwich topping?”

Full in-game features from The Jackbox Survey Scramble can be found below, including 4 varied game modes, personalized game options and more. Additional game modes will be added to the game in a free update before the end of the year!

Key In-Game Features + Modes:

    Personalized Experience: Customize your game with content filters, streamer settings, or accessibility options.

    Endless Replayability: Each guess submitted is sent to a database and inputted back into the game as an answer, so each time you play will be an updated experience.

  

  A Game For Everyone: Family-friendly settings mean that there’s something to enjoy for every type of party game player.

    Four Game Modes: Guess the most and least popular answers with Hilo mode, think fast on your toes in rapid fire game rounds with Speed mode, organize choices in popularity order with your team in Squares mode and scale a variety of answers from most-to-least popular with a chance to intercept your opponents answers in Bounce mode.

Survey enthusiasts will have the chance to test drive The Jackbox Survey Scramble early during Steam Next Fest from October 14 - 21 in a free demo featuring the game’s Hilo and Squares modes. Head to the game’s Steam page to download The Jackbox Survey Scramble free demo during Steam Next Fest.

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Beyond Fest Already Looking Really Fun

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Fantastic Fest 2024: The Spirit of Halloweentown Review: You Need To Finish Making The Doc

Fantastic Fest ends today and I was granted access to the online screener section. I tried watching Chainsaws Were Singing and couldn't get pass the surreal nature of it. I thought it was going to be a horror musical out of Estonia, but it was more like a crude cartoon that had beautiful patches of scenery like In a Violent Nature. Why so much filler? Because, I'd rather see a doc on Chainsaw Were Singing, which took, ten years to make (!?!), then this doc going no where, asking nothing.

The premise from Bradford Thomason & Brett Whitcomb's The Spirit of Halloweentown is what dragged me in. And these two figures, known for their doc, Jasper Mall, about a dying mall  have some recognition or at least recognition from podcasters I listen too. What if a town based its identity partially on a Disney Channel movie? Filmed in St. Helens, Oregon in the 90's, Halloweentown is known to many as campy made-for-TV-movie, an annual tradition probably shown to kids who have their own kids now. Every Halloween month the town transforms back into looking like it did when the movie was filmed there.
What started as a small little pumpkin lighting has become a full on festival lasting multiple weekends.

So, the premise, is great. What's it like to live there and deal with your town turning all kinds of super into Halloween? We meet an odd bunch of locals who all have something riding with it. And, I'd tell you their names if the directors put them in the documentary. Also, we ditch them in such an order that I'm not sure why they were put in or whose story was meant to be told.
 
So, first problem, I'm not sure who anyone is, their was no title or name given to them on screen. These characters are memorable, but you still need those little words clarifying their names and what they do. If their name is spoken or said, it goes by too fast to remember. 
 
Second problem, we ditch a lot of them for unequal amounts of time, one man who runs or owns haunted houses throughout the town is dropped by the end. I'm not sure he's name or what is he's actual profession. We have a woman who is against the town having Halloween whose very Christian, but she's barely in the film. Thought she was going to be an antagonist, but not really. The only real conflict is an amazing problem on Yelp fit for a sitcom. It's like Office, Park & Rec level petty.

The funniest bit is how the new owner of a local restaurant/bar gets angry over someone who privately emailed him that a burger was under cooked. He emails the customer back very rudely. This becomes town news. This story goes on for so long and it's so dumb, but might have been my favorite part of a movie about the people who live in this town. I'm not giving it justice here, the movie should have chosen to maybe just focus on that at a certain point.

Also, this new owner is gay and brings a drag show to the small town, to which the movie posits no one has a problem with. The only problem, he acted slightly rude to a customer.

There's a former cheerleader who has a squad of high schoolers doing a zombie performance who had daddy issues and a Queen of Halloweentown who host contests and a ghost hunter team, but all of them fall short in having a conflict or fascinating story to the doc crew. Or better yet, the doc crew making fascinating.

It's weird there's no real meet-up of the main characters, even if it were to be spurred by the doc directors in the end as they all live in a small town and that might of be a fun ending. Like, where's everyone on Halloween Night or during the main event.

It's hard to pull what the two directors wanted a viewer to get out of this if anything and makes it seem unfinished.

There's a scene where the "ghost hunters" go to the hotel above the bar/restaurant, but the owner who we've met before in the doc doesn't interact with them at all?

One of the ghost hunters is married or a friend to the Queen of Halloweentown hostess, possibly? I'm just unsure, because the movie is bad at informing you of people's names and relations.

I could only recommend if the movie actually chose one person to follow and did actually try to tie the others to that person in some way.

Great premise, bad for Halloween viewing or even accompanying after watching the original movie. More on the broomstick factory though, please.
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Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Weekly What To Do: Whatcha Gonna See At Beyond?


September 25 - October 9, 2024
Multiple Theaters
Free-$

Possibly our greatest film festival in the LA area is starting this week, there's even screenings that aren't sold out! Seriously, go through the guide to see if there's anything you can still see or wait on the free RSVPs for special screenings the days they're playing. Oh, and try and pick up some of this year's awesome Director Collector Cards.


As of writing this, these screening was filled up yet.
 
THU SEP 26, 2024 7:00 PM
Aero Theatre $17
 
Q&A with filmmaker Jennifer Kent
10th Anniversary of THE BABADOOK  
See the LGBTQ+ Icon on the big screen, why is the Dook, such an icon? Cuz, Netflix screwed up one day and listed the film as such, though nothing about it is remotely.

Ooh and 
 
FRI SEP 27, 2024 10:00 PM
Egyptian Theatre
$17.00
 
Introduction by filmmaker Mike Flanagan
International Premiere of 4K Restoration!
 
September 25, 2024
The Lobster
1602 Ocean Avenue Santa Monica, CA 90401
Free

"Kicking off the festivities, The Lobster will host an exclusive National Lobster Day Celebration open to the public on Wednesday, September 25 from 7:00-9:00pm with entertainment, a hosted raw bar, and specialty cocktails, while supplies last. Guests can RSVP here in advance to secure their spot at this unforgettable evening celebrating 25 years of culinary merit. Table reservations are highly recommended via Resy.com."




 
 
Saturday, September 28th from 4pm - 9pm PT
Topanga Social @ Westfield Topanga
6600 CA-27 #9038, Canoga Park, CA 91303
 
"Put on your lederhosen and dirndls, and be prepared to dance the night away with live music, delicious bites inspired by the celebration, a chance to win gift cards, and much more. Topanga Social will be the go-to destination to celebrate all things Oktoberfest! "

Opening Reception / Sep 28, 5:00PM - 7:00PM
Nucleus  210 East Main St. Alhambra CA 91801
$18 admission
$40 VIP admission E-tickets
 
For the past decade and more, the Fleischer family has carefully collected and restored the classic Fleischer cartoons into a single digital space so they can be seen by audiences as Max Fleischer intended. Some of these cartoons can be seen nowhere else!

Join us and Jane Fleischer, the granddaughter of Max Fleischer, for this rare screening of select Fleischer cartoons that have been beautifully restored. Following the screening there will be a Q & A panel.
 
Saturday, Sept. 28th, 2024.11 a.m. and close at 9 p.m.
Santa Monica Pier
Free 

Attendees are welcomed to experience the wonders of Thailand in their own back yard--and in a different area of the city from the usual night markets available in Thai Town and LA's east side. The westside event will celebrate Thai cultural identity, including food, art, culture, and sports. Highlights guests can expect include:










Academy Museum Free Day 2024
In celebration of the Academy Museum’s third anniversary, we are offering complimentary general admission on September 29, 2024.
 
"In celebration of the Academy Museum’s third anniversary, we are offering complimentary general admission on September 29, 2024.

Advance ticket reservations are encouraged, but not required. Museum members receive priority entry and a special gift at check-in with proof of membership. Not a member? Join today! Standby entry will be available on a first come, first served basis.

Visitors receive free admission to Charlie Chaplin's silent comedy The Gold Rush at 2pm. Enjoy music, tacos from Fanny's, fruit vendors on The Walt Disney Company Piazza, and a photo booth in the Sidney Poitier Grand Lobby."

 
Illuminating Lumia: Preserving Thomas Wilfred’s Legacy
Sunday, September 29, 2024, at 2 pm
Getty Center and Online
Free

Thomas Wilfred spoke of light as a formal art and created some of the first successful fusions of modern art and technology, called “lumia instruments.” Join this conversation to discover the fascinating history of these instruments and how collectors maintain their wonder for future generations. This program complements the PST ART exhibition Abstracted Light: Experimental Photography.

Gene Autry’s Birthday Celebration
Sunday, September 29, 2024, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Autry in Griffith Park
Free with Museum Admission 

Join us as we celebrate our museum founder! Enjoy a film screening of Melody Ranch starring Gene Autry presented by Gene Autry Consultant Karla Buhlman, former President of Gene Autry Entertainment and Director of the Gene Autry Music Group; attend a docent-led Gene Autry themed tour of the galleries; and receive discounts on Gene Autry merchandise at the Museum Store. Wear your favorite cowboy boots or cowboy hat and receive a vintage Gene Autry gift at check-in!

10:30 a.m. | Docent-led Gene Autry Birthday Tour
12 p.m. | Docent-led Gene Autry Birthday Tour
2 p.m. | Melody Ranch screening presented by Karla Buhlman in the Autry Theater


Mon Sep 30, 2024 - 8:00 PM 
The United Theater on Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
$
Ages: 18 & Over

"Fans around the world will be able to experience this legendary anime film like never before on the big screen. This version has been remastered in 4K and is the only way to hear Discovery in Dolby 5.1 Surround. A true treat for the Daft Punk fans, as well as anime lovers alike, given that its original version is rarely shown in theaters.

After the LA premiere, first, a moderated panel will be held with Cédric Hervet (Daft Punk’s creative director and co-writer of the film) and Pedro Winter (former Daft Punk manager / Busy P / Ed Banger founder).

To keep the night going, there’ll be an after-party
with DJ sets by Busy P + SECRET GUESTS!"
 
1:00 P.M. & 3:00 P.M. on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024
The Michelle and Kevin Douglas IMAX Theatre, RZC 119
Robert Zemeckis Center for Digital Arts
3131 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007
FREE ADMISSION. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. RSVPs REQUIRED.
 
 
Extra: 

 
UCB, a cheapo comedy show almost every night, see comedians before they make podcasts and have
stories about the UCB and before they hit the big time.
 


American Cinematheque-A celebrated independent theater group that brings both the talent and catalog of films to make for some of LA's best movie nights.
 

Street Food Cinema-Outdoor cult or recent hits you'll love.

Check out classics and cult movies just a few stories above street level. Rooftop Movies at The Montalbán.


 New Bev-Tarantino owned independent theater with old school style

Cinelounge - Hollywood based tiny theater, showing off indies you've never heard of
 
Brain Dead Studios-manages to fill its schedule almost every night
611 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
 
Vidiots -A one-of-a-kind hub for film lovers, filmmakers, and everyone curious about cinema. A small theater is more than made-up for with the constant content and special screenings.
4884 Eagle Rock Blvd
 
Art
 
Now-2025
Japanese American National Museum
100 North Central Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Admission $

Giant Robot Biennale 5 features artists Sean Chao, Felicia Chiao, Luke Chueh, Giorgiko, James Jean,
Taylor Lee, Rain Szeto, and Yoskay Yamamoto, among others. Since 2007, JANM has partnered with Eric Nakamura, founder of Giant Robot, to produce the Giant Robot Biennale, a recurring art exhibition that highlights diverse creative works celebrating the brand’s ethos.
 
 
05.02.2024 (Thu.) – 11.03.2024 (Sun.)
JAPAN HOUSE Gallery, Level 2
Free
 
 “Yes, KAWAII is Art -EXPRESS YOURSELF-” is the first exhibition in which Masuda, known as the “King of Kawaii,” brings together multiple artworks unravelling the concepts within the phenomena while introducing his personal story of sharing kawaii with the world. Through his collection of artifacts from the origins of the culture and dazzling immersive art installations, visitors are invited to explore the cultural context and significance of the kawaii movement and step into the colorful world to feel the aesthetic for themselves, emphasizing its role in fostering a sense of joy, innocence, and community as a tool for self-expression and representation of a worldwide tribe to which we can all belong.
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Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Screaming...We Meant Streaming Horror

 Here's some quick highlights of horror coming to streaming soon or is already out.
 


Oh, yes! Japanese horror!

 

We've caught episodes 1 & 2 and are totally pumped to see the rest.


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Monday, September 23, 2024

Yeah, I'll Have Bugs With That & Tokyo Uber Blues

 

There's a nice little thread on Reddit/LA on where you can get insects to eat around LA, yum!

On the subject of "food" there's a new indie doc out with a great poster.

Tokyo Uber Blues is the story of a down-on-his-luck Japanese filmmaker who has to make money as an Uber Eats bike rider in Tokyo during covid.

It starts today and has some special screenings with the director this evening and tomorrow.

Tokyo Uber Blues filmmaker Taku Aoyagi after the September 23 screening at the Laemmle Glendale and the September 24 screening at the Monica Film Center.


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Halloween Horror Games: The Haunting: Modern Warfare, Home Safety Hotline, Zoochosis & Clock Tower: Rewind

 We got a glut of horror games coming out and special horror events in-game.
 
 

 Modern Warfare III has special horror cameos from big names like Halloween‘s Michael Myers, Sam from Trick ‘r Treat and even grosses of them all Art the Clown from Terrfier!
 

Home Safety Hotline is heading to console. Which ones? PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series, Xbox One and the Nintendo Switch on September 20. 

Basically, you play as an old school hotline operator dealing with very very strange problems people are having.


Zoochosis is out via Steam on September 30th. You're not an average zookeeper and these are definitely not normal zoo animals. Love the wild animal designs.
Clock Tower: Rewind from WayForward is back to scare us out on October 29 on console and Steam. A classic point'n'click to scare you with a bunch of improvements.
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Friday, September 20, 2024

Wait, You Have A Halloween Guide? TTDILA's Halloween Guide 2024

Why, yes, yes, we do. Click the pumpkin to the side or check out the guide here, we keep updating with even more to do!

Here's some random horror bits as we start the weekend that more or so really kicks off SoCal Halloween with Knott's Scary Farm, Dark Harbor and more big haunts starting up. See you Horror Shaq.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 *NEW* JONES Halloween Collection Pack 

I grabbed Blood Sucker & Zombie Juice at World Market, but they were almost gone when I got there...and we're not even in October! The other two flavors you can only order online.


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Thursday, September 19, 2024

Lil New Beverly Vinyl Figure from 100% Soft

Oh, jeez, it that thing cute, but with a  $30 price tag. 

Available IN PERSON at the theater starting THIS SATURDAY, September 21st 9 a.m. PST at the New Beverly Sidewalk Sale, 7165 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036


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Halloween Hype: Return Of The Invasion of Horror Movies

We have a lot of horror movies returning to theaters this spooky season. We already had Friday The 13th: The Final Chapter and The Bababdook goes back on the big screen tonight Sept 19th. 
 
There's a lack of new horror in theaters this October...minus Terrifier 3...which is set during X-Mas. What were saying is it's fun, but strange Eggers 'Nosferatu is out for Christmas. This is a weird calendar year for horror.

Hoo boy, anyway, here's a bunch of horror movies coming back to theaters soon.

A24 Presents: An Eerie Series — $8 Tickets


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Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Street Trash Premiere Oct 17 @ The New Bev

 

Not a great sign that there's no trailer, but that's one Hell of an amazing gross-out poster. Based on an 80's horror movie of the same name, Street Trash (2024) looks like it'll be an over-the-top messed up mess. Be sure to go the premiere as that'll be the most fun place to see it. We're getting B-horror vibes up the ying yang with an updated plot set in South Africa instead of good ol' 80's Brooklyn.

Street Trash (2024)
Thursday, October 17, 7:30 PM
New Beverly Cinema
$14.25

Synopsis: A group of homeless misfits must fight for survival when they discover a plot to exterminate every homeless person in the city.
 
*Seriously, though, the original is a truly a weird one with weird homeless crazy people and people melting to death in toilets.

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Weekly What To Do: Art, Peace, Food & Batman


Thursday, September 19 from 5 to 8 p.m.
1200 Block of the Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Free
 
Third Thursdays at Third Street will feature music in multiple locations. Acts slated for the first event on August 15th are DJ Penny Wild spinning electronic music, the 1969 Rock Band playing classic rock and blues, and Jontha Links, performing pop and hip-hop. More performers will be added to the line-up. Attendees can also play games for all ages, register to vote, view community booths, and enjoy interactive exhibitions.      

September 20-22, 2024
Paramount Pictures Studios backlot
$$
 
"Another historic culinary weekend is coming: The L.A. Times Food Bowl, presented by City National Bank, is back for its eighth year.

Join us on the Paramount Pictures Studios backlot for unlimited bites from old favorites and new discoveries of L.A.’s dynamic food scene. See your favorite legendary chefs and taste that new restaurant you’ve been wanting to try — all in one place."
 
The release of the Beneath The Trees Where Nobody Sees Collection
Friday, September 20th 5-7pm
Secret Headquarters
3137 Glendale Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90039
 
Get your book signed by horror mastermind Patrick Horvath and pick up an exclusive 31 Days Of Horrorvath zine.

Saturday, September 21st 11AM-7PM
Collector's Paradise Winnetka + Pasadena + North Hollywood

Kids and adults alike in Gotham City and across the world, let’s get ready to celebrate Batman Day! This year, Batman Day is on September 21, 2024. Batman Day is celebrated every third Saturday of September. 30% OFF ALL BATMAN FAMILY GRAPHIC NOVELS 9/18-9-24 AS PART OF OUR 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION EVENT!
 
Corey Helford Gallery (CHG)
OPENING RECEPTION
September 21, 2024 | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
ON VIEW
September 21 – October 26, 2024
COREY HELFORD GALLERY
571 S. Anderson St. Los Angeles, CA 90033
 
Downtown Los Angeles’ Corey Helford Gallery (CHG) is proud to announce its next major solo show, titled Spirited Away, featuring new works by renowned British artist Kai Clements of Kai & Sunny. Opening Saturday, September 21st in the Main Gallery and promising to bring a whole new dimension to the artist’s work, the exhibition will feature over 25 new works, along with collaborations with world-renowned artists Shepard Fairey and D*Face, a limited-edition silkscreen print release, a skateboard deck collaboration with Element streetwear brand, and more. And, two solo exhibitions featuring new works by Los Angeles-based artist Andrea Guzzetta, titled Afterglow, and Korean artist Kiseok Kim, titled Plastic.
 
 
Saturday, September 21, 4-10pm
2498 Crystal St, Los Angeles, CA 90039-2813
Free
 
The granddaddy of free Frogtown events returns on September 21 from 4-10pm. Sprawling over a mile alongside the LA River, and featuring over 30 venues presenting pop up art exhibits, arts and culture activities and performances, you can enjoy live music, great food, artist studio tours, kid’s crafts, DJs, hula hooping, pedicab rides, performances, dance, community booths, chalk walk, literary lounge with poetry and spoken word...and course, tons of art! Everyone is welcome at 14th biennial car-free and dog-friendly low impact community event - leave the car at home and use rideshare services, if possible; convenient rideshare drop off and pick up locations are listed on the event site: https://www.evartscollective.com/visit-the-artwalk 
 
September 21; 9:00 a.m.-6 p.m.
Torrance Cultural Arts Center; 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance, CA 90503
 All Access Entry (includes unlimited access to Workshops & Performances): $55; $20 full-time students with ID at the door; free for kids 12 & under accompanied by an adult. 
 
Featuring unlimited access to workshops for all levels, live performances throughout the day, strum-alongs and presentations, ukulele marketplace, food, and, of course, shave ice. 






Dr. Jane Goodall Celebrates
United Nations International Day of Peace
Sat. September 21, 2024
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Point Fermin Park
807 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA 90731
Free

Renowned conservationist and U.N. Messenger of Peace, Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, will mark this year’s International Day of Peace by speaking at a free event at San Pedro’s Point Fermin Park. The event begins at 10 a.m. with live music and exhibits from Roots & Shoots groups and sustainable businesses. The peace dove parade, which will include 90 giant dove puppets,  begins at 1:30 p.m. The Peace Day celebration will end with a talk from Jane at 2:30 p.m. and officially conclude at 4:00 p.m.

This live event is part of a global tour in celebration of Dr. Goodall’s 90th birthday. The trailblazing conservationist has spent the year spreading her message of hope through action through several events in the United States and across multiple continents.
 
 
Pixar Putt Pop-Up Mini Golf Course Opens at 2ND & PCH, September 21
 
Pixar Putt, the whimsical pop-up, mini golf course experience featuring fan-favorite Pixar characters. The limited engagement begins September 21, 2024 and runs through January 15, 2025, at the 2ND & PCH shopping center in Long Beach. 

Pixar Putt is made up of 18 fun and interactive holes inspired by the stories, characters and icons from some of Disney and Pixar's most beloved films including Toy Story, The Incredibles, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, Coco, A Bug's Life, Wall-E and Inside Out. The pop-up golf course also features Pixar Putt After Dark for players that are 18 and older, which makes for a fun-filled date night or hangout with friends. Tee times for Pixar Putt After Dark begins at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
 
 
Gallery 1988
Unofficial Crossover
Friday, September 20th at 11am PST!

"we release a brand new collection from amazing artist, Matt Talbot!  This new series, “Unofficial Crossover” pairs classic TV shows with the most frightening horror characters.  Check out the sneak previews below and mark your calendar - this series will be released."

Extra: 

 
UCB, a cheapo comedy show almost every night, see comedians before they make podcasts and have
stories about the UCB and before they hit the big time.
 


American Cinematheque-A celebrated independent theater group that brings both the talent and catalog of films to make for some of LA's best movie nights.
 

Street Food Cinema-Outdoor cult or recent hits you'll love.

Check out classics and cult movies just a few stories above street level. Rooftop Movies at The Montalbán.


 New Bev-Tarantino owned independent theater with old school style

Cinelounge - Hollywood based tiny theater, showing off indies you've never heard of
 
Brain Dead Studios-manages to fill its schedule almost every night
611 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
 
Vidiots -A one-of-a-kind hub for film lovers, filmmakers, and everyone curious about cinema. A small theater is more than made-up for with the constant content and special screenings.
4884 Eagle Rock Blvd
 
Art
 
Now-2025
Japanese American National Museum
100 North Central Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Admission $

Giant Robot Biennale 5 features artists Sean Chao, Felicia Chiao, Luke Chueh, Giorgiko, James Jean,
Taylor Lee, Rain Szeto, and Yoskay Yamamoto, among others. Since 2007, JANM has partnered with Eric Nakamura, founder of Giant Robot, to produce the Giant Robot Biennale, a recurring art exhibition that highlights diverse creative works celebrating the brand’s ethos.
 
 
05.02.2024 (Thu.) – 11.03.2024 (Sun.)
JAPAN HOUSE Gallery, Level 2
Free
 
 “Yes, KAWAII is Art -EXPRESS YOURSELF-” is the first exhibition in which Masuda, known as the “King of Kawaii,” brings together multiple artworks unravelling the concepts within the phenomena while introducing his personal story of sharing kawaii with the world. Through his collection of artifacts from the origins of the culture and dazzling immersive art installations, visitors are invited to explore the cultural context and significance of the kawaii movement and step into the colorful world to feel the aesthetic for themselves, emphasizing its role in fostering a sense of joy, innocence, and community as a tool for self-expression and representation of a worldwide tribe to which we can all belong.
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