Donald Trump became the 45th president of the U.S. today – we take a look at the latest inauguration day news, as well as Trump's speech; we hear from Californians who are currently in D.C., either for the inauguration or the Women's March; plus, Larry and film critics review the week’s latest releases, including ‘Split’ and ‘The Red Turtle.’ TGI-Filmweek!
Southern California reacts to Donald Trump's inauguration
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 45th President of the United States shortly after 9 a.m. PT Friday morning.
Trump voters were likely heartened to hear him re-emphasize his campaign themes - America First, a U.S. in economic distress, and a Washington awash in self-interest. But critics of the President likely didn't hear much outreach to them. To them, his address sounded more like a campaign speech than the typical conciliatory tone of an inaugural address.
KPCC listeners weighed in on the moment and the upcoming Women's March.
Harmeet Dhillon, RNC National Committeewoman for California
“[The speech] talked about big themes that [Trump] campaigned on and themes that cut across political boundaries, such as the people vs. the government [having power], such as a lack of hope or stifling of opportunity in our country, and some of the things he wants to do to turn around inner cities and drugs and poverty and all of that. I like the broad strokes, big themes and that he stuck to the things that got him elected.”
Nicole àBeckett from Hollywood
"[Trump’s speech] made it very clear that we need to continue to be vocal because... President Trump spoke directly to his base and didn't make it clear that he's interested in uniting us, and working for all Americans.”
Tony Beall (R), Rancho Santa Margarita City Councilman
“I would describe it as the exclamation point after many, many months of hard work. It was thrilling, and a moment that I will always treasure. What we got today was Donald Trump, the same man that gave his very first speech announcing he was going to run for president. What was so refreshing about now-President Trump from the beginning is that he is authentic, unscripted, and unabashedly proud of America and the American people. It wasn’t a partisan speech. It was a speech of big principles that Americans can get behind. He wasn’t elected President by Republicans, he was elected president by the American people.
Clare Sebenius Cohen from Benedict Canyon
"I'm nervous, but I'm excited [for the March]. [I'm] feeling the magnitude of what's happening in our politics and feeling so much conviction about messages of inclusion and progress. That feeling of responsibility to get those messages out in a way that resonates with people and can... facilitate... productive dialogue as we move forward into this new administration."
Ben Clymer Jr., chief financial officer of the Body Shop & Collision Centers of Southern California
“It was surreal, because for so long people continued to say it was impossible. Being at the RNC was extra special, being able to serve as a delegate, and then being here to hear his inaugural speech and no longer having to call him President-elect Trump. It’s now President Trump.”
Jack Guerrero (R), Cudahy City Councilman
“This was the first inauguration I’ve attended, and I feel so emotional about joining the proceeding on so many levels: as an elected official, as a proud American, as a first generation American to Mexican immigrant parents. Today’s event, really for me, was not a campaign rally. It wasn’t a partisan forum. It was a solemn occasion for all Americans to recognize the peaceful transfer of leadership, like we have every four years since the inception of the country. I think there’s something profoundly poignant and distinctly American about that.”
Maryam Talaie from Brentwood
On January 16, Maryam Talaie told Larry Mantle that she immigrated from Iran when she was a teenager, and though she considers the U.S. to be home, Nov. 9 was one of the hardest times for her in this country. She said attending the protest will be a way for her to stand up for what she believes in.
“For Saturday [the Women’s March], I hope it will bring us as females closer together and teach us to stand up. If we want to have equal rights, we need to fight for it.”
John Goya, former treasurer for the Los Angeles GOP and president of California Great Again Political Action Group
“President Trump made me and many men and women cry as he said the government is now for the people. As a CubanAmerican, I believed President Trump talked directly to me as an American and believe he will be a president for all Americans and put America first.”
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Guests:
Pete Peterson, dean of the School of Public Policy and senior fellow at The Davenport Institute at Pepperdine University
Lisa Garcia Bedolla, Chancellor’s Professor of education and political science at UC Berkeley
FilmWeek: ‘xXx: The Return of Xander Cage,’ ‘Split,’ ‘The Red Turtle’ and more
Larry Mantle and KPCC film critics Christy Lemire, Charles Solomon and Peter Rainer review this weekend’s new movie releases including: Vin Diesel’s reprise of “xXx: The Return of Xander Cage;” plus James McAvoy stars in M. Night Shyamalan’s latest horror thriller “Split;” a critically acclaimed animated feature called “The Red Turtle;” and more.
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Mixed Reviews
- Christy: "Worlds Apart"
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Guests:
Peter Rainer, Film Critic for KPCC and the Christian Science Monitor
Charles Solomon, Film Critic for KPCC and Animation Scoop and Animation Magazine
Christy Lemire, Film Critic for KPCC and Host of YouTube’s “What the Flick?;" she tweets
‘The Red Turtle’ inspires a sensitive, simplistic style in animated storytelling
Gracing the screen with his first animated feature, Michaël Dudok de Wit explores the milestones of a man deserted on a tropical island, yet inhabited by nature’s wonders - be they friendly land creatures or unforgiving storms.
But Dudok de Wit blends the familiar motif of a castaway with his intrigue for fantasy, and a beautiful form of storytelling that subtracts dialogue without diminishing the most visceral of human expression and emotions.
With simple yet stunning textures of hand-drawn lines, gorgeous color schemes and sensitive music breathing life into key moments, the film’s presenter, Studio Ghibli, may also catch an eye - names like Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata have evoked beloved, mystical worlds for animation fans for decades. But now Dudok de Wit and his team of entirely European talent are the first outside artists to work with the giant Japanese animation house, after he was approached by the Ghibli Museum in 2006 about his Oscar-winning short film “Father and Daughter.”
Host Larry Mantle speaks with the Dutch animator about his minimalist style, the making of the film and its critical praise.
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Guest:
Michaël Dudok de Wit, writer and director of the animated feature, “The Red Turtle”