JESSICA ONIStaff Writer In an industry smothered by meaningless dialogue and conversation, French writer-director pair Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne have created a film centered around silence. It is called “L’ Enfant” (The Child), and its nearly wordless plot is sure to keep viewers intrigued throughout the entire film. The documentary-style film captures a few days in the … [Read more...] about Silence colors ‘The Child’
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Blunt tunes charge Morningwood
BJ FLEMINGStaff Writer An unsubtle, adolescence is the sort of fun expected from New York City-based Morningwood’s first album. Morningwood. Ha! Get it? Described by bassist Pedro Yanowitz as “a monster truck having sex with a blond girl,” I just don’t see how a person can’t like this band. These, trashy, growling dance and grind tracks sound like New York. Think the … [Read more...] about Blunt tunes charge Morningwood
Davenport merges faith and learning
CORTNEY MICHEALStaff Writer Tucked away in a small office in the CAC, history professor Stewart Davenport leans back in his chair, reading a ubiquitous history book. His feet comfortably rest on his office desk. His persona is comfortable, yet professional — academic, yet soulful. Balance is the word that comes to mind, especially since history is not his only passion. … [Read more...] about Davenport merges faith and learning
Student patience exceeds its limit
KATHY MILLARLiving Assistant For senior Julie Serber, Pepperdine’s limited e-mail storage space has been a growing problem, especially since she is receiving important e-mails from potential employers. Serber said she has exceeded her mailbox limit about 12 times over the years and was eventually forced to open a Gmail account to handle much of her online communication. “I do … [Read more...] about Student patience exceeds its limit
Face in the crowd: Lindsay Joiner
MEREDITH RODRIGUEZAssistant Living Editor Where does a people-person turn to escape the infamous Malibu bubble? Here’s a start: how about working at a coffee shop, frequenting the beach, taking advantage of overseas opportunities and driving into Los Angeles to explore the city’s offerings? Junior Lindsay Joiner, 21, gets her people-fix weekly at her Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd: Lindsay Joiner