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Movie review: "Le Nom des Gens" ("The Names of Love")
![Director Michel Leclerc and his co-writer Baya Kasmi illuminate the ethnic, racial and religious issues that have beset France from World War II to the present -- through, surprisingly, the unfolding of a classic romantic comedy plot. "Le Nom des Gens" (The Names of Love) is so inspired and insightful that it is frequently hilarious yet does not shy away from tragedy. Leclerc and Kasmi's ability to explore complex, volatile social issues with such exuberant humor won them a screenplay Cesar -- France's Oscar -- earlier this year.](http://www.latimes.com/media/thumbnails/story/2011-06/62719237-23190455.jpg "Director Michel Leclerc and his co-writer Baya Kasmi illuminate the ethnic, racial and religious issues that have beset France from World War II to the present -- through, surprisingly, the unfolding of a classic romantic comedy plot. "Le Nom des Gens\" (The Names of Love) is so inspired and insightful that it is frequently hilarious yet does not shy away from tragedy. Leclerc and Kasmi's ability to explore complex, volatile social issues with such exuberant humor won them a screenplay Cesar -- France's Oscar -- earlier this year.")
Director Michel Leclerc and his co-writer Baya Kasmi illuminate the ethnic, racial and religious issues that have beset France from World War II to the present -- through, surprisingly, the unfolding of a classic romantic comedy plot. "Le Nom des Gens"...Tags: Civil Unrest, Celebrities, Comedy (genre), Judaism, World War II (1939-1945)
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Movie review: 'Trollhunter'
![From Norwegian writer-director André Ovredal comes the spry, amusing and pulse-pounding "Trollhunter," a monster movie with a love for mountainous, tree-lined Scandinavian scenery and an even greater love for setting memorably ugly, hulking and destructive mythological creatures against it.](http://www.latimes.com/media/thumbnails/story/2011-06/62719852-23194431.jpg "From Norwegian writer-director André Ovredal comes the spry, amusing and pulse-pounding "Trollhunter,\" a monster movie with a love for mountainous, tree-lined Scandinavian scenery and an even greater love for setting memorably ugly, hulking and destructive mythological creatures against it.")
From Norwegian writer-director André Ovredal comes the spry, amusing and pulse-pounding "Trollhunter," a monster movie with a love for mountainous, tree-lined Scandinavian scenery and an even greater love for setting memorably ugly, hulking and...Tags: Movies, TrollHunter (movie), Monsters (legendary creatures), Cloverfield (movie), Entertainment
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James Alfred Cate
James Alfred Cate 1918 – 2011
Jim, a fourth generation Californian, was born in Earlimart. His father was Leroy Cate and his Mother Martha Noell. The family moved to Los Angeles when Jim was very young.
At age 19 Jim graduated from UCLA’...Tags: Youth Organizations, Social Issues, Santa Monica, World War II (1939-1945), Unrest, Conflicts and War
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Wine of the Week: 2009 Francesco Rinaldi Dolcetto d'Alba 'Roussot'
2009 Francesco Rinaldi Dolcetto d'Alba 'Roussot'
Francesco Rinaldi, one of the oldest and most traditional estates in Piedmont, is known for its classic Barolo. Those who prize the elegance and earthiness of Piedmontese reds should search out Rinaldi'...Tags: Pasta, Lifestyle and Leisure, Los Angeles, Foods and Beverages, Sausages
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Memorial Day Weekend with the Veterans
Gayle Anderson was live in Long Beach with information about the disabled and paralyzed veterans at California Paralyzed Veterans Association, the oldest organization dedicated to the Spinal Cord injured veteran, was established February 7, 1946. This...Tags: Physical Disabilities, Holidays, Memorial Day, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Canoga Park
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A selection of sparking rosé wines
Here's where to find some of the wines mentioned in this article:
Nonvintage Louis Bouillot Crémant "Perle d'Aurore" Brut Rosé available at Wine Exchange in Orange, (714) 974-1454, http://www.winex.com; Du Vin Wine & Spirits, West Hollywood, (310) 855-...Tags: Whole Foods Market, Lifestyle and Leisure, Dining and Drinking, Los Angeles, West Hollywood
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UCLA Student Killed by Taxi After Graduation Celebration
KTLA NewsSANTA MONICA, Calif. (KTLA) -- An investigation is underway after a recent UCLA graduate was struck and killed by a taxi in Santa Monica. Melissa Del-Aguila, 24, was seen running across the 2400 block of Wilshire Boulevard at around 2:30 a.m. Saturday...Tags: KTLA, Santa Monica, Los Angeles, Human Interest, University of California, Los Angeles
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Sparkling rosés, perfect for summer
If you believe as I do that more than any other type of wine, rosé is a mood, then your average sparkling rosé represents a very good mood indeed.
Sparkling rosés are part of an ever-growing class of wines in pursuit of a cheery disposition, seizing on...Tags: Whole Foods Market, Lifestyle and Leisure, Dining and Drinking, Strawberries, West Hollywood
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Find a DWP Meeting Place in Your Area
KTLA NewsDWP Community Collaboration sessions: • East San Fernando Valley: Wednesday, June 15, 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Marvin Braude Constituent Center (Van Nuys City Hall) 14410 Sylvan Street Van Nuys 91402 • West San Fernando Valley: Thursday, June 16, 6:30 p.m....Tags: Sylmar, San Pedro, African Americans, Downtown (Los Angeles, California), Van Nuys
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Movie review: "Viva Riva!"
The best crime sagas are stories sparked by the thrill of shortsighted dreams that ultimately lead to a violent, messy end.
Congolese writer-producer-director Djo Tunda Wa Munga's feature debut "Viva Riva!" is one such gangster drama, a nastily...Tags: Movies, Sex, Gays and Lesbians, Crime, Law and Justice, Los Angeles
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Crime alerts for Wilmington, Pico-Robertson and nine other L.A. neighborhoods
L.A. NOWCrime reports are up significantly for the latest week in 11 L.A. neighborhoods, according to an analysis of LAPD data by the Los Angeles Times’ Crime L.A. database. Six neighborhoods reported a significant increase in violent crime. Wilmington (A)...
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