Photo Courtesy of Paramount Pictures When leaving the theater after seeing Darren Aronofsky’s film “Noah,” I heard a woman mutter to herself, grunting, “That was the most demonic movie I’ve ever seen. Who directed this thing?” Having been utterly transfixed by the film’s impeccable craft, gripping storyline and intellectual depth, I was baffled by that comment. Though “Noah” … [Read more...] about Noah: Magnificent plot grips audiences
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Noah: Biblical epic lacking faith
Photo Courtesy of Paramount PicturesThe story of Noah’s Ark in the Book of Genesis is almost universally known to many people of faith. For those unfamiliar with the story, here's a quick synopsis: God is displeased with mankind’s misdeeds and hits the reset button through a flood, planning to restart with Noah and his immediate family. He asks that Noah construct a … [Read more...] about Noah: Biblical epic lacking faith
‘Rio 2’ flying into theaters soon
Photo Courtesy of 20th Century FoxFollowing the huge success of Blue Sky Studios movie “Rio,” released in 2011, a sequel to the animated film was inevitable. The film holds one of the biggest box office entries ever for the production company, earning $120 million more than the first “Ice Age” movie. After three long years of waiting, fans will finally … [Read more...] about ‘Rio 2’ flying into theaters soon
Shakira releases a new all-English album
Photo Courtesy of RCA Records It’s been four years since the release of her last album and five years since her last English album. Now Shakira is back with an explosive new self-titled record released on March 25. Not only has she experienced different emotions in her personal life with the birth of her son, Milan, but she also has experimented with different musical … [Read more...] about Shakira releases a new all-English album
Shakespearean classic opens in Smothers
Photos by Marisa Padilla Pepperdine’s Theatre Department is tackling William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” with stunning scenery and brilliant performances. This work is considered by many to be Shakespeare’s best and most beloved comedy. Director Jason Chanos explained that Shakespeare did many commissioned plays, but “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” was one that … [Read more...] about Shakespearean classic opens in Smothers