Page 6 September 24, 2020 EL SEGUNDO HERALD
Entertainment
Film Review
In The Way I See It, Reagan and
Obama’s Official Photographer Shares
The Presidency Through Photos
By Morgan Rojas for cinemacy.com
Immediately after the film ended, I texted
my brother, Ryan: “Just watched The Way
I See It for review and wow. Easily one of
my favorite films of the year.”
It’s been claimed that photographer Pete
Souza created the best photo archive of a
President ever. After watching Dawn Porter’s
documentary, The Way I See It, I believe that
statement solely based on the chills I got
while watching the film.
Souza–who is charmingly referred to as
“The King of Shade” on Instagram–stayed
publicly apolitical throughout his entire career
as the Official White House Photographer
during the Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama
presidencies; until now.
The ultimate fly on the wall, Souza not
only captured some of the most influential
and powerful moments in American history,
but humanized the leaders in these roles.
Since the Obama era ended, the mistreatment
towards journalists and the free press
has been increasingly disheartening. Having
now reached his breaking point, Pete is finally
speaking his mind on today’s leadership, by
sharing his secret weapon: his photos.
Through his lens, Pete gives the audience
never before seen intimate moments from
both the Reagan and Obama presidencies,
the most powerful of which are the small,
fleeting exchanges that are both beautiful
and sentimental beyond words.
Perhaps the biggest takeaway is Pete’s
notion about the role of a leader, that not
everyone will agree with your policies, but
your behavior should always be respectable.
This goes without saying that Pete’s comments
are pointed at one person in particular,
but this simple yet common sense reminder
applies to everyday situations too. A truly
remarkable film, The Way I See It is proof
that the impact of a still photo can say a lot
more than words.
Distributed by Focus Features, The Way I
See It is now playing at Regency Theatres
Directors Cut Cinema in Laguna Niguel
and premieres on MSNBC October 9th at
7:00 pm. •
The Way I See It, courtesy Focus Features.
Morgan Rojas
Rock & Brews from front page
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC), which means that social distancing of
6ft between tables will be in place. There will
also be multiple hand sanitizing stations set
up around the restaurant for customers to use,
as well as someone at the entrance checking
guest’s temperature before they’re allowed
in. Once patrons take their seats, each table
will have a 60-inch Plexiglas shield placed
between them, offering protection from any
cross-contamination, and these areas will be
sanitized before and after each party.
And since COVID-19 guidelines call for
primarily outdoor seating, Rock & Brews
already has a huge advantage with this protocol
on account of its existing layout. The exposed
patio will have an extra layer of protection
from the Sun with a massive truss that will
also serve as a support system to hang TVs
from for guests to enjoy. The location will
also be equipped with a new audio system
that will produce a much better sound and
experience for everyone looking to rock out
with their family and friends.
“We want people to know that Rock &
Brews is a community effort—it’s made
for the community here and for everyone
to enjoy,” Goldberg explains.
“Something else we’re really proud to
announce is that all dine-in proceeds that
take place on the 24th will be donated to the
El Segundo Education Foundation. It’s our
way of benefiting the community from all
the years of support they’ve given us. And
most of all, we want everyone to know that
working together is what’s going to lift us
up out of these difficult times.”
To celebrate the reopening of Rock &
Brews on September 24th, be sure to make
a reservation on Open Table (opentable.com).
Rock & Brews new hours of operations will
be M-F 3 PM to 9 PM, Sat from 11:30 AM
to 9 PM, and Sun from 10 AM to 9 PM. Visit
rockandbrews.com for more information. •
Katy Connelly, Marketing Manager (left) and Adam Goldberg, CEO and Partner (right) Outside of Rock & Brews on 143 Main St.
Police Reports from page 2
One male adult was arrested at 0224 hours
from California Street and Imperial Avenue
for suspicion of grand theft, bringing contraband
into the jail and possession of drug
paraphernalia.
One female adult was arrested at 0336
hours from the MBPD for one outstanding
ESPD felony warrant.
Thursday, Sept 17th
A grand theft report was taken at 1046
hours from the 700 block of West Imperial
Avenue.
A found property report was taken at 1440
hours from the 100 block
One female adult was arrested at 1759
hours from Mariposa Avenue and Pacific
Coast Highway for felony DUI.
One male adult was arrested at 1908 hours
from the 700 block of West Imperial Avenue
for one outstanding no bail warrant out of
LBPD and possession of a controlled substance.
A burglary (residential) report was taken
at 2047 hours from the 500 block of East
Walnut Avenue.
Two male adults were arrested at 0124 hours
from Imperial Highway and Selby Street for
suspicion of burglary, conspiracy to commit
crime, stolen property, and possession of a
controlled substance.
One male adult was arrested at 0316 hours
from Main Street and Mariposa Avenue for
grand theft auto.
One male adult was arrested at 0316 hours
from Main Street and Mariposa Avenue for
possession of burglary tools and possession
of drug paraphernalia.
Friday, Sept 18th
A grand theft auto report was taken at
0709 hours from the 400 block of Richmond
Street. Taken was a 2001 Chevy SuperVan.
An attempted vehicle theft report was
taken at 0757 hours from the 300 block of
West Walnut Avenue. Unknown suspect(s)
attempted to steal the victim’s vehicle
An attempted vehicle theft report was taken
at 0911 hours from the 700 block of Sheldon
Street. Unknown suspect(s) attempted to steal
the victim’s vehicle.
A theft by false pretense report was taken
at 0959 hours from the 900 block of Cypress
Street.
A dog bite report was taken at 1715 hours
from the 200 block of West Sycamore Avenue.
A traffic collision (with injuries) report was
taken at 1926 hours from the 1900 block of
East Maple Avenue. Vehicle versus vehicle.
One male adult was arrested at 2131 hours
from the 100 block of South Pacific Coast
Highway for one outstanding warrant out
of the Veterans Affairs Police Department.
An attempt robbery report was taken at
2221 hours from the 800 block of Pepper
Street. Unknown suspect(s) attempted to
take the catalytic converter from the victim’s
vehicle while threatening the victim.
One male adult was cited and released at
0048 hours from the 600 block of East Maple
Avenue for one outstanding misdemeanor
warrant out of LBPD.
Saturday, Sept 19th
An injury report was taken at 0846 hours
from Douglas Street and Rosecrans Avenue.
One male adult was arrested at 0845 hours
from the 400 block of Main Street for taking
a vehicle without the owner’s consent, misappropriation
of lost property, and possession
of a fake identification.
A hit and run report was taken at 1204
hours from the 600 block of Richmond Street.
Vehicle versus city traffic sign.
A criminal threats report was taken at 1336
hours from the 600 block of North Pacific
Coast Highway. One employee versus three
customers. •
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