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Film, media and entertainment events worth seeking out in Los Angeles this week

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Published on March 11, 2019
Film, media and entertainment events worth seeking out in Los Angeles this weekPhoto: The Montalbán/Yelp

Looking for a bit of entertainment this week?

When it comes to entertainment culture, there's plenty to keep you busy this week, from a rooftop movie screening to a self-help seminar. Read on for the top events to add to your calendar.

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Rooftop Movies at The Montalbán

Experience the "Montalbán Rooftop Movie Series" this week in Hollywood. Be prepared to dance and sing along to "Grease" (Tuesday), "LaLaLand" (Wednesday) or "Dirty Dancing" (Thursday), with Tinseltown's skyline as the backdrop.

Get there early to score a good seat and grab dinner and drinks.

When: Tuesday, March 12; Wednesday, March 13 and Thursday March 14, 8:15 p.m.
Where: The Montalbán, 1615 N. Vine St.
Price: $18
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Secret Movie Club Presents

Get to the Vista Theatre on Friday for a midnight screening of  "Attack the Block," on 35mm. The 2011 science fiction comedy-horror film chronicles a group of teens as they defend London against an alien invasion. 

When: Friday, March 15, 11:59 p.m.
Where: Vista Theatre, 4473 Sunset Drive
Price: $10
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"NewFilmmakers Los Angeles"

Find out what's happening in filmmaking and discover emerging talent at the"NewFilmmakers Los Angeles" festival this Saturday at South Park Center. The extravaganza features short films, documentaries and narrative features.

Attendees will have a chance to network with other filmmakers, and attend Q&A sessions and post-festival receptions.

When: Saturday, March 16, 4:30 p.m.
Where: South Park Center, 1139 S. Hill St.
Price: $7.50
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Deconstructing Scenes Series: POV and Narrators

Calling all screenwriters: Equip yourself with the tools to craft compelling screenplays this Wednesday during this weekly scene-writing workshop series hosted by the Los Angeles Writers Group Headquarters. 

In the class, you'll learn how to select a narrator for specific scenes, as well as how to properly execute the narrator's point of view. 

When: Wednesday, March 13, 11 a.m.
Where: Los Angeles Writers Group Headquarters, 1728 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046
Price: $97
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Tony Robbins Unleash the Power Within

Looking for a break through? Attend self-help guru and motivational speaker Tony Robbins' "Unleash the Power Within" seminar downtown to begin your path toward self-growth. Your ticket includes admission to breakout sessions and a unique fire-walking experience.

When:  Thursday, March 14, 8 a.m.
Where: Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Price: $795
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