Photos courtesy of Warner Bros. Buildup, comparisons and controversy — “Joker,” directed by Todd Phillips, is perhaps one of the most unique and original comic book movie adaptations to date. It's not a reboot, it's not a sequel, and it's not connected to any origin story from DC Comics, America's largest and oldest comic book company.The film’s main … [Read more...] about Spoiler-Free ‘Joker’ Review: A Divisive Descent Into Madness
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Pepperdine Starts Fast and Keeps Lead in Conference Opener
Photos by Austin Hall Three weeks after the last Pepperdine Women's Soccer home game, the Waves showed up to a large crowd in their conference opener vs. the Portland Pilots. After a slow start from both teams, Pepperdine's offense came together to beat a talented opponent. The Waves had over one week to prepare for the Pilots following an away victory Sept. 26 against … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Starts Fast and Keeps Lead in Conference Opener
West Coast Blues: Why the Pac-12 Won’t Have a Team in the College Football Playoff Once Again
Infographic by Natalie Rulon It's been 1,006 days since the Pac-12 scored a point in the College Football Playoff. The Alabama Crimson Tide's rout of the Washington Huskies on New Year's Eve 2016 was the self-proclaimed Conference of Champions' last taste of playing on college football's biggest stage. Despite having a handful of promising teams this season, the Pac-12, … [Read more...] about West Coast Blues: Why the Pac-12 Won’t Have a Team in the College Football Playoff Once Again
Water Polo Battles UCLA, Loses in Thriller
Photo courtesy of Pepperdine Athletics. It was clear the Waves would have their hands full with the No. 2 team in the country. UCLA was 5-0 coming into the game, and the team brought back six Mountain Pacific Sports Federation All-Americans from last season.Pepperdine’s start to the season has been phenomenal as well, going 9-2 in a top-heavy schedule. Before Saturday, … [Read more...] about Water Polo Battles UCLA, Loses in Thriller
Water Polo Gets Off to Scorching Start
File photo of Pepperdine Men's Water Polo Pepperdine Men's Water Polo is picking up where they left last season. With their terrific 2018 recruiting class already making strides in their sophomore seasons, three fifth-year seniors and a favorable schedule, Pepperdine could make a strong postseason push once again. It's been 22 years since Pepperdine won an NCAA title in … [Read more...] about Water Polo Gets Off to Scorching Start
