EVELYN BARGEA&E Editor With the end of summer comes a rush of films competing for Oscar nominations and big box office numbers. Below are some highlights of the upcoming fall movie season. SEPTEMBER 16 “Everything is Illuminated” Liev Schreiber’s directorial debut, “Everything is Illuminated,” is the screen adaptation of author Jonathan Safran Foer’s best-selling novel. … [Read more...] about Fall movie releases brighten the big screen
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‘Emily’ thrills more than chills
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
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
Face in the crowd
KIERA SCHOLTENLiving Assistant Pepperdine students have a unique talent set. From athletic ability to oration skills, there’s probably a rising star in one form or another sitting in that desk nearby. But not many can say they spent their summer recording an actual album. Junior Jack Thomason, lead singer of “June’s Descent,” produced his band’s debut album, “Page 1,” this … [Read more...] about Face in the crowd