The Los Angeles Film Festival kicks off today. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the festival and will feature a special crop of movies where the city of Angels plays a starring role.
Here to preview the festival for us is Stephanie Allain, director of the LA Film Festival.
LA Film Fest turns 20 with a tribute to local films
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