CANON HAMLIN Staff Writer The commercials advertising “The Exorcism of Emily Rose” may be puzzling. Images of wide-mouthed screaming demons mean this must be a terrifying, special-effects-filled, horror extravaganza, right? But for those looking for a horrifying movie-going experience, this is not it. That does not mean it is a bad movie — it just isn’t a scary one. The film … [Read more...] about ‘Emily’ thrills more than chills
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Your name in lights
HANNA CHUAssistant A&E Editor Photo courtesy Anela Holck/ Assistant Photo Editor With Hollywood just a short drive away, many Pepperdine students have dreams of breaking into the entertainment industry to become the next Steven Spielberg or Quentin Tarantino. “I like beautiful work,” said junior Clint Loveness, a telecommunications major. “I love the epic movies that Steven … [Read more...] about Your name in lights
Career failure inspires musings
GABE DURHAMStaff Writer I was really banking on the assumption that I would suddenly remember how to read once school started, and it still hasn’t happened, so I’m dropping out of Pepperdine. It’s sad, yes, but at least I’ve got more time for my music. There’s my folksy solo career as Gabriel-Jo, my maudlin indie rock band, The Reefs, and, of course, my electronic side … [Read more...] about Career failure inspires musings
The sport truck tries again
KELSEY MAYSLiving Editor Toyota Tacoma (Photo courtesy Chris Segal/Perspectives Editor) The pickup truck is a king-size affair. Its history portrays a machine with which folks hauled plots of uprooted earth, building materials and other debris from farm house to shipping yard. Though today’s owners see more Home Depots than freight depots, the pickup remains a cornerstone icon: … [Read more...] about The sport truck tries again
Dancing to the Beat
MARY WISNIEWSKIAssistant Living Editor Sophomore Quincy Wimbish grins as he finishes another move. Wimbash shares the dance floor with two friends — juniors A. K. Obisha and Auchaia Farley. Farley is leading a hip-hop class in the Tennis Pavilion, and runs through a routine with Wimbish and Obisha. The three alternate four-beat moves to various songs, developing a routine over … [Read more...] about Dancing to the Beat