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Articles from the September 16, 2020 edition


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  • Why Horror and Slasher Films" have never been done in English where Latinos and people of color are the Leads

    Rachel Ganz, Observer staff writer|Sep 16, 2020

    On Wednesday evening 8 pm, September 2, 2020 the chic Arena Cinelounge at the Mountalban Rooftop, 1615 Vine Street Hollywood, re-opened (with new COVID-19 safety precautions) to showcase the award winning slasher film “ MURDER IN THE WOODS”. The Arena Cinelounge, a Los Angeles based arthouse cinema, on the rooftop at the Mountalban, provided a beautiful 360 degree view of Hollywood and Los Angeles. It was a refreshing escape from all the COVID-19 Pandemic shutdowns and restrictions to be abl...

  • Smoke From Oregon & California Fires Darken Skies in Santa Monica

    David Ganezer, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 16, 2020

    The smoke from 3 million acres of forest in Northern California and Oregon darkened the skies so much in Santa Monica, that by 4:30 pm some headlights were activated automatically. This is two full hours before sunset in Los Angeles County. This historic event is said by some to be the result of climate change, by others to be part of the natural cycle in the West. However you may feel a out it, you had to have noticed the yellow sunshine that filtered down to the Westside Thursday afternoon....

  • Half a Million Square Foot Development Proposal for Miramar Hotel Goes Before Planning Commission

    Stan Greene, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 16, 2020

    A new proposal for a redesigned Miramar Sheraton hotel has been discussed by the Planning Commission. The commission will vote on the 600,000 square foot proposal next month. The project includes 100,000 square feet at ground level, about 52% lot coverage. 312 guest rooms will be above about 20,000 square feet of retail, 2/3rds restaurants. "When complete, the Miramar will be a new landmark and a spectacular addition to Downtown Santa Monica. It features the preservation of two local landmarks a...