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‘21’ steps to adrenaline rush

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NICOLE ALBERTSONLife Editor Following the footsteps of classic Las Vegas thrillers such as “Ocean’s Eleven,” “21” pumps up the adrenaline and excitement with its dance-pop soundtrack and fast-track special effects. Based off the true story of Ben Mezrich and his book “Bringing Down the House; The Inside Story of Six M.I.T. Students Who Took Vegas for Millions,” “21” is an … [Read more...] about ‘21’ steps to adrenaline rush

Making it ‘Hot’ in Beverly Hills

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KRISTEN ENGLERTStaff Writer Hebrew National, Ballpark and Oscar Mayer are all brands of hot dogs that have gone down in history as one delicious dog. Topped with mustard, ketchup, relish and sometimes chili, hot dogs are known for being America’s food.  Just when hot dogs were only thought as food for sports enthusiasts, Beverly Hills threw a curve ball. In comes Marty and … [Read more...] about Making it ‘Hot’ in Beverly Hills

Film Festival returns to Malibu High

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JULIS NAVARROStaff Writer The ninth annual Malibu International Film Festival returns to Malibu for a three-day celebration of films from around the world. The event runs Friday through Sunday. A total of 29 various films will be screened, including documentaries, feature films and short films. In a press release, festival creative director Frank Giarmona said, “Malibu Film … [Read more...] about Film Festival returns to Malibu High

Grunge rock ‘n roll ‘Kills’ indie release

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DEREK SEDAMStaff Writer On their latest album, The Kills’ “Midnight Boom” leaves behind the band’s lo-fi, minimalist roots to produce their most cohesive, sleek and catchy album yet. Things get dark and heavy right away in “U.R.A. Fever.” Driven by dial tones and hand claps, it provides the right amount of substance for female vocalist VV and singer-guitarist Hotel to trade off … [Read more...] about Grunge rock ‘n roll ‘Kills’ indie release