After a year and a half of isolation and hardships, the Pepperdine Improv Troupe returned with a bang, giving Waves — both students and faculty alike — an escape from the stresses of the pandemic.
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‘Yes And’: LA Improv Groups Continue Performing During COVID-19
Improv theaters and troupes adapted to performing and learning digitally during the pandemic. Improv-LA and the Pepperdine Improv Troupe discuss how they made the transition to virtual comedy and why it’s important for improv to continue being performed.
Film Review: ‘Tom & Jerry’ Fails to Capture What Made A Classic Cartoon Great
Tim Story’s “Tom & Jerry” (2021) is a reboot of the iconic cartoon series by the same name. The film tries to deliver comedy, even employing famed comedy actors, but ultimately fails due to how it loses sight of the heart of its source material.
Film Review: ‘Before We Go’ Tells More Than Just a Love Story
Chris Evans’ directorial debut “Before We Go” is a heartfelt rom-com that tells the story of two people who meet because of conflicts in their lives but ultimately go through an adventure that proves to be life-changing. Go see the chemistry between Chris Evans and Alice Eve in this beautiful film.
Film Review: ‘The Map of Tiny Perfect Things’ Draws the Audience in With a Time Loop Romance
Kathryn Newton from “Big Little Lies” and Kyle Allen from “The Path” star in a teen romance, “The Map of Tiny Perfect Things,” which will release Feb. 12, on Amazon Prime Video. The film shows the audience a different take on the popular “time loop” storyline.
Film Review: Andy Samberg Fails to Make the Audience Laugh in ‘Palm Springs’
“Palm Springs” holds the record for a film’s biggest sale at the Sundance Film Festival, according to IMDb. Viewers are curious to see what “SNL” star Andy Samberg brings to the motion picture.
Film Review: ‘Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind’ Emphasizes Importance of Communication
“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” maintains its relevance by reminding us that we must communicate with each other to form lasting bonds. This film is a bittersweet commentary on how we view relationships.
Film Review: ‘Emma’ Serves as a Delightful, Yet Cautionary Tale
Have some time to kill during quarantine? Look no farther than Autumn de Wilde’s directorial debut — a charming new take on Jane Austen’s “Emma.”
‘Saturday Night Live’ Wins This Year’s Election Cycle
How do “Saturday Night Live” comedians create hope out of their political impersonations?
Tweeting is an Overwhelming Sign of the Times
How has Twitter become reflective of community amongst students?