Late Beastie Boy’s film company, Oscilloscope Laboratories, carries on his legacy. By Fallon Prinzivalli Adam Yauch in 1999 Photo: Mick Hutson/ Getty Images With the news Friday that Beastie Boy Adam Yauch lost his battle with cancer , distraught fans turned up “(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party)” and remembered the rapper’s incredible musical accomplishments. But those of us with an eye on movies remember MCA’s contributions to the film industry as well. With countless Beastie songs featured on movie soundtracks, including J.J. Abram’s “Star Trek” and Marvel’s “Iron Man 2,” there’s no doubt the group as a whole had success in film. But Yauch took it a step further when he dove into directing documentaries and shorts, including “Fight for Your Right Revisited,” his 2011 Sundance Film Festival debut that acted as a sequel to the hip-hop trio’s 1987 music video. Most notably, however, Yauch launched the indie production and distribution company Oscilloscope Laboratories . With Yauch’s death, some are wondering what will become of the company’s future. A statement on the Oscilloscope website reads, “Adam’s legacy will remain a driving force at Oscilloscope — his indomitable spirit and his great passion for film, people and hard work — always with a sense of humor and a lot of heart.” Here’s what films are in store for Oscilloscope as it carries on Yauch’s memory: “Shut Up and Play the Hits” A year ago, LCD Soundsystem played their final show to an audience of thousands at New York’s iconic Madison Square Garden. James Murphy, LCD’s frontman and the co-founder of DFA Records, decided to jump ship at the height of the group’s career, which — while ambitious — proved to pay off. The show sold out almost instantly and the band left the music industry on top. As fans, friends and family gathered to witness the end of one of the most popular bands of its generation, the cameras were rolling to capture every moment of the unforgettable performance. The film closely follows Murphy as he deals with the positive and negative effects of his decision. “Wuthering Heights” Director Andrea Arnold offers a distinctly new take on the classic love story by Emily Bront
