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The author discusses how he created the film "Greenberg" in Los Angeles, California, which explores the life of a character named Roger Greenberg, who struggles with his own self-perception. He states the rants expressed by the main character in the city which provided him a pleasure in writing Greenberg. He describes the opening shot of the film which was taken near Runyon Canyon. He explains that the music "New York, I Love You, But You're Bringing Me Down," by LCD Soundsystem was the inspiration for such film.

Information about challenging roles, career, and sacrifices, the invited actresses including Annette Bening, Amy Adams, and Natalie Portman made in the film industry discussed at Hollywood Reporters annual Awards Season Roundtable Series session. The roundtable conference was held at the Siren Studios in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. Adams told about her different experience she got from the industry. Portman suggests that films should be signed by choosing the director, not the script.

The article discusses the architecture of Los Angeles, California as a metaphor of the film "Crash." Characters in the film are said to clash with each other. Architecture of the city is considered a reflection of equally refracted perspectives. Careers of generations of young architects are assisted by SCI-Arc chairman Ray Kappe in the city.

The article features the Universal Studios Hollywood, one of the top amusement venues in the U.S. which is located in Los Angeles, California. At this big theme park, the children can experience rubbing elbows with Shrek, the Terminator, Scooby-Doo and more. One can have a studio tour in which one can peek in on movie and television filming or see celebrities in action. NBC Universal will add the Simpsons family and an exciting ride.

Focuses on Brandon Teena, the main character of the motion picture `Boy's Don't Cry' directed by Kimberly Pierce in Los Angles, California. Strategies employed by Pierce in developing the character; Representation of the character of Teena with homosexuals and their desires; Reaction of moviegoers with the main character. INSET: The films of Christine Vachon.

The article focuses on actress or fashion designer Tallulah Harlech who had launched her first collection at the age of 12 years. It discusses the nature of roles played by Harlech in films and theatres. It further mentions that she has sultry beauty and fearless confidence. It also mentions that the actress is planning to shift from London, England to Los Angeles, California.

The article features actress/singer Emmy Rossum whose latest movie is the manga-inspired "Dragonball Evolution." She spent four months in Mexico filming the movie in which she plays Bulma, a weapons-obsessed inventor/scientist/heroine. It provides a background of her music and acting career. She currently resides in Los Angeles, California. Rossum relates why she misses the noise of New York.

Features actor Chris Pine in Los Angeles, California. University that he attended; Influence of a magazine article on his decision to go to Manhattan, New York City; Role that he will be playing in the upcoming movie "Smokin' Aces."

Features Romanian actress Monica Dean in Los Angeles, California. Participation in an episode of television show "Lost"; Character played in the Romanian movie "The Death of Mr. Lazarescu"; Adaptation to her life in California.

Reports on the participation of actor J.K. Simmons in the ActorFest event to be held at the Universal City Hilton in Los Angeles, California on June 18, 2005. Involvement of the actor in the event's panel discussing the key elements to sustaining a career as a working actor; Career of Simmons in theater; Views of the actor on his role in the motion picture "Spider-Man."

The article offers information on the casting assignments of various films, television series and miniseries in Los Angeles, California. It highlights the production and direction of the films "Bridesmaids," "Contagion" and "Battleship." It also notes the television programs and miniseries productions including "The Bridge," "Caprica" and "Cougar Town."

The article profiles Clint Eastwood, a successful motion picture director in Hollywood in Los Angeles, California, specifically his youth. It notes that Eastwood worked with the same crew and follows rules. He gives his actors room for the development of their characters with creative freedom. He makes his crew work in a fast pace.

The article reports that Antonio Banderas will be the lead role on the upcoming film "The Big Bang," which will be directed by Tony Krantz. Banderas will star as a Los Angeles, California-based private detective who is hired to look for the missing female stripper. The trail would lead him to the New Mexico desert where he will contend with a Russian boxer and an old billionaire searching to perfect the nuclear physics equal to that of the Big Bang. The production will start in September 2009.

Profiles film actor and author Steve Martin in Los Angeles, California. Award received from the American Cinematheque; Characters portrayed in different movies; Books and plays written by Martin.

The article reports on the casts who are selected by Lifetime Television for its new film "The Perfect Teacher" in Los Angeles, California.

The article profiles Los Angeles, California-based Indian film actress Q'orianka Kilcher. Information on how she got to play the role of Pocahontas in the film "The New World," directed by Terrence Malick, is provided. It is revealed that she has loved singing and acting since she was a child. Future film acting plans of Kilcher are also mentioned.