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Legal Geeks make the law fun with two panels at Comic-Con this week.

In this talk, Qian thinks about documentary as a caring medium: it mediates relationships across and around the camera, and out of such relationships, it creates attentional formations that make specific forms of care possible. In particular, Qian excavates documentary's important presence in the hard and soft film debate in China's 1930s. By discussing Cheng Bugao's docu-fictions as oppositional to the infotainment of the newsreel and the illusory transparency of the Capitalist process film, and by reading Liu Na'ou's home movies and travelogues as a colonial subject's search for grounding, connectivity, and horizontal relationships that could offer solace and protection, Qian shows that the hard and soft film camps, despite their pronounced differences, proposed complementary ways to care. Qian ends the talk with a 1940 docu-fiction, "The Light of East Asia," made in Chongqing on reforming Japanese POWs through theater and cinema. With this film, Qian thinks further about the potential of theater and film production to initiate transindividual processes of healing, on condition that such productions were democratically organized to practice equity and respect for all people involved in the process. Biography: Ying Qian is associate professor of Chinese Cinema and Media in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Columbia University. Her first book, "Revolutionary Becomings: Documentary Cinema in 20th Century China" (Columbia University Press, forthcoming in 2023) studies the making of documentary cinema – broadly defined to include newsreels, educational, industrial and scientific films – in 20th century China, treating it as a prism to examine how media and revolutions are mutually constitutive of each other: how revolutionary movements gave rise to media practices that reconfigured political and social relationships in specific ways, and how these media practices in turn informed and delimited the particular paths of revolutions’ actualization. She’s now working on a new monograph on media and the ecologies of knowledge in social movements. Her articles have appeared in Critical Inquiry, New Left Review, China Perspectives, Oxford Handbook of Chinese Cinemas, New Literary History of Modern China, and other journals and volumes. She curates, makes videos, and contributes to activist communities whenever she can. About the Media Care Talk Series: Dozing at the movie theater, listening to the podcast on the subway, counseling via Zoom appointments, searching immigration policy on the internet…In this increasingly crumbling world, media offer maintenance and sustain our vitality while they also harm our well-being through abuse and addiction. This talk series examines the concept of care and showcases the process of knowledge production surrounding artificial care in media practice. We will browse a range of media objects and platforms - from cinema to teletherapy, from smart drugs to sleep apps - and explore the habitual, affective, and material potential of healing and solidarity within film and media theories. This series is co-organized by the Film Studies Program and the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts at UC San Diego with generous support from the following: 21 Century China Center, Department of Communication, Department of Visual Arts, Department of Literature, and the Institute of Arts & Humanities. Speaker: Ying Qian, associate professor of Chinese Film and Media, Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures, Columbia University Respondent: Géraldine A. Fiss, associate teaching professor of Inter-Asia and Transpacific Studies: China Focus, Department of Literature, UC San Diego Hosted by Wentao Ma, Ph.D. student, Department of Literature, UC San Diego This event will be held via Zoom Webinar -- registrants will receive the Zoom link prior to the event start time. By registering for this event you agree to receive future correspondence from the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts, from which you can unsubscribe at any time.

Katy Perry and Rihanna weren't at the Met Gala on Monday night, despite the viral AI-generated photos showing them on the red carpet. Here are some tips for recognizing and investigating deep fakes.

Vincent van Gogh Returns to San Diego! After selling a record setting 200,000 tickets in 2022, Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience, produced by Paquin Entertainment Group, will return to the Wyland Center at the Del Mar Fairgrounds beginning January 26, 2024. This stunningly beautiful exhibition blends over 300 of van Gogh’s most celebrated works with cutting-edge projection technology and a specially curated musical soundtrack to tell the story of one of history’s most enduring and influential artists in a completely unforgettable cinematic multimedia experience. Tickets for this unique sensory extravaganza start at $36.99 for adults and $21.99 for children (ages 5-15) and are available at www.beyondvangogh.com. This year, Beyond Van Gogh: A Life In Letters virtual reality experience is available for $12.50.

The stage is set, the taps are ready to flow, and the 28th Annual ShamROCK Music + Beer Festival is gearing up to be the ultimate convergence of live music, green and craft beer, Irish and other grubs, games and shenanigans, and a guaranteed good time on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. More than a pub crawl, ShamROCK seamlessly combines the artistry of a good brew with the energetic pulse of live Celtic music, making it a must-attend event for beer and whiskey connoisseurs, music enthusiasts, Irish brethren, and anyone seeking an epic Gaelic San Diego day. Crafted to Perfection | For nearly 30 years, ShamROCK has been a tastemaker's haven, seamlessly blending the best in craft beer, Irish beer and whiskey cocktails with a carefully curated selection of Celtic rock and tribute bands. The Gaslamp Quarter becomes an urban façade of Irish rolling hills, setting the stage for an immersive experience of pub-style seating, distinctive brews, traditional Irish dance performances, classic Irish and international grubs and a musical lineup that hits all the right notes. Shenanigans Beyond the Sips and Sounds | The ShamROCK Shenanigans Block is where the fun gets interactive. From classic games like Jenga and Cornhole to quirky contests like Unicorn Races and Rainbow Streamer Relays, attendees can engage in playful revelry and light hearted donnybrook. The ShamROCK leprechaun emcee adds a dash of mischief, hosting stage showdowns with prizes that that promise to spark friendly brute & brawn. Pint Stage Lineup | 2:30pm - 3:30 pm | SKELPIN – An Irish folk group that fuses Celtic music and Spanish flamenco. 4:00pm - 5:00pm | ASS POCKET WHISKEY FELLAS – Often incorporating crowd participation of all ages, their playlist runs from Irish traditional to classic rock, drawing a wide range of appeal. 5:30pm - 6:45pm | FINNEGAN BLUE – Blending rock, bluegrass, Irish, gospel, reggae, and NOLA second line with a punk rock inspired edge. 7:15pm - 8:45pm | LEXINGTON FIELD – A fiddle rock band with original sound, catchy melodies, and high-energy live shows that you won’t want to miss! 9:15pm - 11:00pm | THE FOOKS – The iconic San Diego Irish band that you can’t live without! Get ready for a euphoric journey of musical nostalgia at the Rainbow Stage! While the Pint Stage brings you the authentic pulse of Ireland with its top Irish and Celtic acts, the Rainbow Stage is set to come alive with melodies of the region’s top tribute and cover bands playing renditions of familiar favorites. This stage is a vibrant homage to the songs that defined generations, performed by the region's most acclaimed tribute and cover bands. Rainbow Stage Lineup | 2:30pm - 3:30pm |BLINK 180 TRUE – America’s #1 Blink-182 tribute band! 4:00pm – 5:00pm | FAUX FIGHTERS – The Greatest Tribute to the Foo Fighters! 5:30pm - 6:45pm | LIES N ROSES – Passionate musicians recreating the energy of an immersive Guns ‘n’ Roses experience! 7:15pm - 8:45pm | CASSIE B – Show-stopping talent promising an experience you won’t forget. 9:15pm – 11:00pm | PAGING THE 90S – SoCal’s raddest 90’s cover band performing the top hits of the decade. Ticket Tiers to Suit Every Lad, Lass and Lil’ Tike | General Admission tickets kick off at $39, granting access to the full spectrum of festivities and live music. Elevate your experience with VIP tickets starting at $79, offering an exclusive package that includes 4 drinks, expedited entry, access to the Lucky Leprechaun VIP Irish Pub, a stylish Saint Patrick’s Day hat, upgraded restroom facilities, and a few surprises up our sleeves. ShamROCK offers Gaelic galore for the whole clan and offers Lil’ Tike tickets and Military discounts. Serving More Than Just Good Times| Beyond the revelry, ShamROCK gives back by supporting the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation (GQHF), a non-profit dedicated to preserving the architectural, historical, and cultural heritage of the Gaslamp Quarter. Dive into the heart of San Diego's history at the Gaslamp Museum, housed in the city's oldest building, the Davis-Horton House. For more information, line-ups, tickets, and more, visit www.SanDiegoShamROCK.com

Over the course of this week, children will become Craft Masters exploring textile crafts such as sewing and weaving. Children will also be working with paint and recycled materials to create beautiful art. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

SAG-AFTRA's actors, dancers, stunt performers and voice-over actors went on strike for nearly four months before the deal was finally made.

The composer and percussionist was "shocked beyond belief" after hearing the news on Monday afternoon.

Bring the family to Prebys Play Day on Free Second Sunday, March 12 to celebrate Biology Through Art and enjoy live music, games, and interactive STEAM installations created by artist-scientists in the community. Artist Sheena Dowling will also lead us in a DIY art activity inspired by artist Mely Barragan (Mexico, b. 1975) and Barragan’s piece "Black Light." Together, we will create multimedia mini paintings using collage and assemblage techniques while reflecting on visual metaphors of the human body.

Free Concert!!! Playing your favorite Christmas songs and various jazz arrangements, the volunteer jazz band from Mesa College continuing Ed will be performing at Madison High School, 7 p.m. White Christmas, Sleigh Ride, Jingle Bell Rock, Jingle Bell Boogie, and many others. Come join the fun and spread the word to everyone you know. We encourage you to visit the local neighborhood of Christmas lights at Lana Drive after the concert. For more information visit: sandiegocommunityjazzband.com