Elgin Nelson

Richmond

Culture Journalist at Indie Shuffle

writer | words @screenspeck @indieshuffle | @ucbsoj ‘23 | @morehouse ‘20

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Articles

Apple TV’s ‘The Studio’ Delivers Unfiltered Hollywood Satire (REVIEW)

1 month ago | screenspeck.com | Elgin Nelson

I’ll go out on a limb and say that nearly everyone knows Hollywood has undergone a radical transformation. An endless churn of streaming platforms and an insatiable appetite for bankable IP films have fueled a dramatic shift. Whether you see this as progress or a creative apocalypse is up to you. For Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, it’s pure comedy gold.
Mark Gonzalez defeats John Yi in California’s 54th Assembly District race

Nov 12, 2024 | boyleheightsbeat.com | Elgin Nelson

Democrat Mark Gonzalez has defeated fellow Democrat John Yi in the closely contested race to represent California’s Assembly District 54. Gonzalez secured a win with 56,325 votes or, 56% of the of the ballots counted so far, according to a race call Monday by the Associated Press. Gonzalez will represent a district that includes part of downtown, as well as Boyle Heights, Westlake, Koreatown, Pico-Union, and Chinatown.
Jessica Caloza wins California’s 52nd Assembly District race

Nov 8, 2024 | boyleheightsbeat.com | Elgin Nelson

Democrat Jessica Caloza has defeated fellow Democrat Franky Carrillo in the race to represent California’s Assembly District 52. Caloza secured a win with 81,460 votes, or 67% of the ballots counted so far, according to the , who called the race on Thursday. Carrillo had 40,059 votes, or 33%.
Jimmy Gomez is reelected to California’s 34th Congressional District, defeating David Kim

Nov 8, 2024 | boyleheightsbeat.com | Elgin Nelson

Democratic incumbent Rep. Jimmy Gomez has defeated fellow Democrat David Kim in the race to represent California’s 34th Congressional District. Gomez has held the seat since taking office in 2017. He secured a win with more than 70,000 votes, or 56.5% of the ballots counted so far, according to a race call by the Associated Press Wednesday.
Get to know the candidates for California's 34th Congressional District

Nov 4, 2024 | boyleheightsbeat.com | Elgin Nelson

Jimmy Gomez is running for a second term in his race against David Kim to represent California’s 34th Congressional District. Gomez, the incumbent, has held the seat since taking office in 2017. He received 51% of the votes in the primary election earlier this year, while Kim garnered 27%. The two Democratic candidates will seek to address issues such as affordable housing, reproductive justice, criminal justice reform, and more.
Dodger fans celebrate World Series win at parade

Nov 1, 2024 | boyleheightsbeat.com | Elgin Nelson

Thousands of eager Dodgers fans flooded the streets of downtown L.A. Friday for a parade celebrating the team’s World Series championship win against the New York Yankees. Fans waved flags and cheered as parade floats passed, shouting “Let’s go, Dodgers.”The parade began at Gloria Molina Grand Park in front of City Hall on Spring Street, moving down 1st Street to S. Grand Avenue and then to 5th Street, concluding at 5th and Flower streets in an estimated 1.2-mile celebration.
Donations made to Kevin de León’s reelection campaign are under investigation, report says

Oct 29, 2024 | boyleheightsbeat.com | Elgin Nelson

Donations made to L.A. City Councilman Kevin de León’s reelection campaign may have exceeded state law limitations. The California Fair Political Practices Commission is investigating contributions made by a nonprofit that provides food to low-income families in De León’s district, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Garfield takes down Roosevelt in a thriller at 89th East L.A. Classic at SoFi

Oct 25, 2024 | boyleheightsbeat.com | Elgin Nelson

The Garfield Bulldogs claimed victory over the Roosevelt Rough Riders Friday night after a 38-28 thriller between one of the biggest rivalries in youth sports at the 89th edition of the East L.A. Classic. Eastside pride was on full display inside SoFi Stadium, the home of two Los Angeles NFL teams and where the iconic game was held for the first time. Thousands of fans crowded the stadium donning red and gold or blue and white.
Los Angeles fans pay tribute to Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela

Oct 24, 2024 | boyleheightsbeat.com | Elgin Nelson |Jacqueline Ramirez |Jacqueline Ramírez

Los Angeles fans are mourning the death of Dodgers star Fernando Valenzuela, a transformative figure in Major League Baseball whose impact resonated deeply with Latinos across the city. Crowds swarmed Dodger Stadium to bring flowers, candles and even burritos to honor the legendary pitcher. A shrine was also growing in Boyle Heights, where artist Robert Vargas began painting a mural on the day of his death. That mural is set to be unveiled on Nov.
Latino Theater Company hosts ‘Encuentro’ theater festival in L.A.

Oct 24, 2024 | boyleheightsbeat.com | Elgin Nelson

Theater enthusiasts are in for a treat. A national theater festival featuring 19 theater companies and 165 artists from across the U.S., Puerto Rico and Mexico, kicks off today in Los Angeles. “Encuentro 2024: We Are Here — Presente!” presented by the Latino Theater Company, will mark its 10th anniversary with a three-week festival of contemporary Latine theater. Each weekend from Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 24 to Nov.