Mark Olsen writes about all kinds of movies for the Los Angeles Times as both a feature writer and reviewer. He creates a regular series on independent, documentary and foreign language films under the banner of Indie Focus, also curating and hosting the Indie Focus Screening Series. His work has also appeared in Film Comment, the New York Times, LA Weekly, Sight & Sound and other publications. He is from Kansas.
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Also this week: A 10th anniversary screening of ‘Selma,’ Richard Linklater’s ‘Waking Life,’ the Australian ‘Muriel’s Wedding’ in 35mm and remembering David Lynch.
David Lynch, who died Thursday at age 78, was remembered by his many collaborators, as well as those he inspired, such as “Donnie Darko” director Richard Kelly.
Screening in Los Angeles this week: “Between the Temples” in 35mm and new releases “The Last Showgirl,” “Den of Thieves 2: Pantera” and “Hard Truths.”
Robert Laemmle, who took over from his father, co-founder Max Laemmle, would eventually hand over the beloved local art-house chain to his son Greg.
In this episode of The Envelope, ‘The Last Showgirl’ star Pamela Anderson reflects on her life in the spotlight and John Magaro delves into the making ‘September 5.’
The Directors Guild of America named the five nominees for its feature film award, a key precursor in the Oscar race, on Wednesday. Here’s who made the list.
Brazilian performer Fernanda Torres won for female lead actor in a motion picture, drama, besting stars such as Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman and Pamela Anderson.
Moore brought a jolt of emotional energy to the room with a speech that touched on her own career in the face of playing an aging actress in ‘The Substance.’
Also this week: Directors David Cronenberg and Mike Leigh in person, a free screening of ‘Conclave’ starring Ralph Fiennes and ‘Pennies From Heaven’ in 35mm.