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Breanna Grigsby

Gyllenhaal Dredges up LA Nightlife

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The 24/7 news cycle is something people in the 21st century have gotten used to. While we are constantly informed and given many choices as to the news content, the quality and preferred choice of content is questionable. “Nightcrawler,” written and directed by Dan Gilroy, whose previous films include “The Bourne Legacy” and “Real Steel,” attempts to address this issue. Jake … [Read more...] about Gyllenhaal Dredges up LA Nightlife

Traveling to a Galaxy Far, Far Away

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There are movies so entrenched in pop culture, it seems like a waste of time to watch them. One can easily recognize famous lines and have a vague understanding of the plot. As a direct result of this phenomenon, I had not watched the Star Wars saga. I got the gist of it. “Luke, I am your father.” There are Jedis, Sith Lords and Wookies — oh my! But with the announcement of … [Read more...] about Traveling to a Galaxy Far, Far Away

Bands Compete for Supremacy

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Photos by Jenna Aguilera The Board’s Battle of the Bands event started off the month of November with a loud, artistic bang. There were five performances by Pepperdine students and each act competed for the opening slot in this spring’s concert, Humaliwo. There were free churros and lattes provided for those who attended the event. The amphitheater was designed with carpets, … [Read more...] about Bands Compete for Supremacy

Watch at Your Peril: Flicks to Avoid

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For every good film, a few sub-par ones follow. Here are a few selections from last year that I encourage you to actively avoid, or at the very least, view with discretion. Exploitation: “Machete Kills” (2013) Director and writer Robert Rodriguez has had an extensive career, with such great films as “El Mariachi,” “From Dusk Till Dawn” and “Sin City.” However, he has not … [Read more...] about Watch at Your Peril: Flicks to Avoid