Archive for January 2017
The most audacious man in “The Salesman”
By Jenny A.
Photo by: Courtesy
From Iranian writer-director Asghar Farhadi. “The Salesman” makes dramas of domestic discord very arguably and begins with a couple that lives in an old flat becomes damaged, Emad (Hosseini) and Rana (Taraneh Alidoosti) in Tehran, are forced to move into a new apartment. Read more
Not everything shines like in “GOLD”
By GWTV
Photos by: Courtesy.
From director Stephen Gaghan, GOLD, inspired by actual events, is the epic tale of one man’s pursuit of the American dream and everything he’ll do to keep it from falling apart. Oscar© winner Matthew McConaughey stars as Kenny Wells, a man raised in the mining business and desperate for a lucky break. Read more
Disneyland surprises with Hispanic talent
By GalaTView Staff
Photo bY: Courtesy Disney.
Longest Tenured Disneyland Resort Cast Member Oscar Martinez Celebrates 60th Service Anniversary, Receives Specially Created Award “Oscar’s Choice: All American Breakfast,” named in Oscar’s honor and includes his well-known breakfast potatoes. Originally, Oscar worked in Fantasyland quick service locations. Over the years, Oscar has trained many new cast members, including grill cooks for Tokyo Disneyland.
He didn’t have much trouble finding a job when he moved to California in 1956 with his late wife, Shirley. “I began working at Disneyland one week after I arrived!” Shirley also worked at Disneyland park from 1956-1959. Congratulations for this achievement.
Migration patterns with some whales and more aquatic animals can be seen in Long Beach, CA
By Jenny Alvarez
Photos Alfonso De Elias
Migrating gray whales, fin whales, orcas, humpback whales, dolphins, sperm whales, and other animals have been spotted in the waters off Long Beach recently. On January 13, 2017, the Aquarium of the Pacific and Harbor Breeze Cruises invite the media to set sail for the chance to see whales and dolphins in local waters while exploring current conservation issues. Members of the media will board the M/V La Espada, the specialized high-speed whale watching catamaran docked next to the Aquarium. Experts will delve into conservation issues affecting whales in these urban waters. Join us to learn more about the diversity of whale populations and other marine life found off the coast of Southern California. Read more
“TORUK – The First Flight” is the most mesmerizing and emotional journey
By Jenny Álvarez
Photos by Alfonso De Elías.
Inspired by James Cameron’s AVATAR, TORUK – The First Flight transports you to the world of Pandora in a visually stunning live setting. Experience a storytelling odyssey through a new world of imagination, discovery, and possibility. AVATAR, TORUK – The First Flight returns to Los Angeles at The Forum for six performances only from January 12-15, 2017. Read more
You won’t be part of the farewell in “The Bye Bye Man”
By GLTVW staff
Photos by: Courtesy
One of the not-so-scary urban legends comes with “The Bye Bye Man.”People commit unthinkable acts every day. Time and again, we grapple to understand what drives a person to do such terrible things. But what if all of the questions we’re asking are wrong? What if the cause of all evil is not a matter of what…but who? Read more
The 128th Rose Parade was a major hit of 2017
By Jenny Alvarez
Photos Alfonso De Elias
Watching the scurry when a float breaks down adds to the excitement and this year Revelers at the 2017 Tournament of Roses festivities will have an opportunity to continue their celebration of California dairy foods and farm families as the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) today announced Real California Milk’s participation in the 128th Rose Parade®. It is the second time California’s more than 1,400 dairy families and the real dairy foods made with their milk will be represented in the parade. Read more
