Evelyn BargeAsst. A&E Editor Since the season premiere of “The Swan” hit TV screens across America on Monday, I’ve been asking myself some serious questions about why plastic surgery makeover shows are so popular. First, there was “A Personal Story.” The TLC show, which is no longer on air, followed individuals as they went under the knife to improve their looks and … [Read more...] about Plastic surgery shows cut too deep
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City of Angels Film Festival asks tough questions
Amy LarosnStaff Writer Think that filmmaking and theology have absolutely nothing in common? City of the Angels Film Festival proves otherwise. This year, City of the Angels Film Festival held Oct. 22 to 24 at the Directors Guild of America Theatres, celebrated its 10th year of working toward its mission: “To identify and showcase movies that probe the ambiguities of human … [Read more...] about City of Angels Film Festival asks tough questions
Zoot Suits Swing in Smothers
Jen ClayStaff Writer Courtesy of Center For The Arts What’s left for neo-swing rockers Big Bad Voodoo Daddy?They’ve conquered everything from Vince Vaughn movies (“Swingers”) to televised football (via the 1999 Superbowl halftime show) to televised gymnastics (via Carly Patterson’s recent gold-medal floor routine to “Mr. Pinstripe Suit”). What’s left is more tours, more tours … [Read more...] about Zoot Suits Swing in Smothers
Does your friend have a drinking problem? How to help
Rhonda Harris-ScottHealth Columnist How many times have you had to hold your friend’s hair back? Been forced to hear whining after your friend had a wild night partying? Or been embarrassed by a friend’s obnoxious behavior? Many people may suffer from the actions of one person’s alcohol abuse. If your friend is having a problem with drinking, here is some important … [Read more...] about Does your friend have a drinking problem? How to help
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Courtney HongLiving Assistant Saturday night was anything but boring for two groups of Pepperdine students who decided to venture outside of Malibu. Comedian Dane Cook drew a large audience at Hollywood’s Laugh Factory for a sold-out show, including about 40 students, many of whom studied abroad last year in the Florence program. “He’s becoming huge,” said junior Joshua Canas, … [Read more...] about Etc.