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JESSIE REIMERStaff Writer “No matter what anybody tells you, words and ideas can change the world,” said John Keating, played by Robin Williams, in the 1989 Oscar-winning film “Dead Poet’s Society.” The newly created Santa Monica Poet Society echoes that same mission, as it encourages artists of all types to share and expand their creativity. Last Thursday evening, … [Read more...] about New society showcases student talents

LAURA JOHNSONA&E Assistant Editor Smoking is sexy. Tell everyone you know. Clearly, Hollywood has been aware of this fact for some time. When the god-like creatures Brad Pitt or Johnny Depp light up on screen, with those opaque puffs of smoke secreting from their mouths, it’s as if the world has stopped. Maybe scenes like these were just too hot to handle because now the … [Read more...] about Hot topic gets student steamed up

ERIKA VARELA & MISHY TURNERStaff Writers A short distance from the fast-paced world of Los Angeles, Topanga Canyon is anything but fast. For proof, simply look to the many bumper stickers on cars that read, “Admire Topanga, slowly.” Topanga Canyon is reminiscent of the good ol’ days of “The Waltons,” the classic 1970s television show about a country family with relatives … [Read more...] about Old-fashioned finds in style

Going back to ‘High School’ JESSIE REIMERStaff Writer Located just miles from the heart of the entertainment industry, Pepperdine is home to many talented models, musicians and actors. Junior Jessica Rotter and freshman Afton Whiddon are two student singers who recently lent their vocal talents to the “High School Musical 2” soundtrack. In 2006, Disney released a surprise … [Read more...] about SARAH DAUGHERTY/Staff Photgrapher

Now showing LAURA JOHNSON A&E Assistant Editor Although there is nothing like curling up at home on a rainy day and watching a good movie, there is something about seeing a brand new blockbuster at a packed-to-the-gills movie theater that can never be recreated at home. As Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of the world, naturally the city is chalk-full of … [Read more...] about SARAH SCHREFF/Photo Editor