The modern Western may seem like it’s moseyin’ on out of style, but every year, there are those one or two big-budget “epic Westerns” that premiere in theaters. However, when studios have to compete with films like “True Grit,” “Meek’s Cutoff” and “The Good, the Bad, and the Weird” it is every producer’s fear they will churn out another “Jonah Hex.” This year’s “Lawless” … [Read more...] about “Lawless” is nearly flawless
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Fashion's Night Out: Couture comes to the ‘Bu
After a successful celebration last year, Fashion’s Night Out will return to Malibu tonight, starting at 6 p.m. The event is part of a worldwide affair that is in its fourth year and has been celebrated across 18 different countries. Malibu’s own event, which will take place at the Country Mart (located at 3835 Cross Creek Road), is themed as a “couture carnival,” and … [Read more...] about Fashion's Night Out: Couture comes to the ‘Bu
An Ope’ Lett’ to ‘Dexo
I’m sure sometime this summer a focus group convened to brainstorm ways that you could connect with the student body more, ways to be hipper, like the “Apple of mass-mediocre-food-distributors.” And you tried your best. You left the meeting with the mutual understanding that changing your staple food’s name from pizza to ‘Za was just what the doctor ordered for energizing our … [Read more...] about An Ope’ Lett’ to ‘Dexo
Change.org transforms petitions
Ten years ago, the easiest way to get a petition signed on college campuses was to walk around with a thick clipboard of empty lined paper and pen, bombarding students (mostly freshmen) with philosophical questions that would compel them to leave their signatures. While that might still be the practice for some, with the evolving technology of the Internet and social networking … [Read more...] about Change.org transforms petitions
Gain the Freshman 15
Even though Pepperdine remains just as friendly once NSO is over, being a freshman can be a bit overwhelming these first few weeks. Sooner or later, everyone learns that most students go to the athletic events for free gear and many spend their Wednesday nights at Borderline dancing. But until then, here’s a list of tips that covers commonsense items, pending questions … [Read more...] about Gain the Freshman 15
