Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer. On the one hand, “Joker: Folie á Deux” doesn’t gravely suffer from most of the original film’s biggest flaws: overbearing pretentiousness, ham-fisted themes and an unoriginal premise … [Read more...] about Movie Review: ‘Joker: Folie á Deux’ Foils The Wrong Genre
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How Students Are Embodying The Lifestyles Of Athleisure Brands
Athleisure is a type of clothing that is comfortable enough for sports but also stylish enough for other activities. Athleisure companies have been on the rise due to people striving for an active life through style and comfort, according to Quartr. Nordstrom's website describes athleisure wear as athletic-inspired clothing that is a "stylish solution" for looking your best … [Read more...] about How Students Are Embodying The Lifestyles Of Athleisure Brands
Harucake: Meet College Cravings One Place at a Time
Located in Mid-Wilshire, Los Angeles, roughly one hour away from Pepperdine, sits Harucake Cafe. The cafe resides in a small nook with calming colors and welcoming decorum. From its soft opening in August 2023 with an exuberant menu of cakes and drinks, Harucake has grown to be a popular spot among the community. Harucake is a South Korean cafe that brings in a … [Read more...] about Harucake: Meet College Cravings One Place at a Time
A Built-In Best Friend: Twins Share Unique Experiences
Being a twin comes with the same stories everyone has heard — twin telepathy, not being able to tell twins apart, sharing clothes and more. Yet, the most overlooked part is the friendship that comes with growing up and experiencing life together."It's like having a built-in best friend who you can also base yourself off of," sophomore Gordy Nilsen said.Separation and … [Read more...] about A Built-In Best Friend: Twins Share Unique Experiences
Stress and Schedule: Students Face Midterm Season
Every semester, when the halfway mark rolls around, Pepperdine students are faced with midterm season. Students are tasked with the challenge of juggling seemingly endless academic and extracurricular responsibilities. The overwhelming pressures arise form the intense workload, sophomore Isabella Morton said. "I am a Finance and Economics double major," Morton said. "During … [Read more...] about Stress and Schedule: Students Face Midterm Season