Box office record-breaker, "Emma," brings a new flair to Jane Austen’s beloved story. Photo courtesy of Focus FeaturesWatch out Jane Austen fanatics, rom-com lovers and worshippers of "Clueless" — the timeless tale of a high-society snob is back again. The latest version of Austen’s 1815 comedy, "Emma," stands out from past film adaptations for its dreamlike … [Read more...] about Film Review: ‘Emma’ Serves as a Delightful, Yet Cautionary Tale
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‘Saturday Night Live’ Wins This Year’s Election Cycle
One of the most influential media outlets during a U.S. election cycle is arguably "Saturday Night Live." The sketch comedy show is known for its political cold opens and its unapologetically liberal agenda. From Tina Fey playing the role of former Republican vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin to Alec Baldwin's recurring role as President Donald Trump, SNL actors shape the … [Read more...] about ‘Saturday Night Live’ Wins This Year’s Election Cycle
Tweeting is an Overwhelming Sign of the Times
Art by Elizabeth BrummerTwitter has become one of the most culturally significant platforms of the millennial and the post-millennial generation. From niche comedy to artistic expression, Twitter users know no bounds when it comes to content curation. Many students use Twitter as their main source of news throughout the day. As new issues or exciting ideas arise, Twitter tends … [Read more...] about Tweeting is an Overwhelming Sign of the Times
Review: Hide and Seek Proves to be Deadly in ‘Ready or Not’
Photos courtesy of Walt Disney Studio Motion Pictures Although hide and seek is one of the most beloved childhood games, it becomes a dangerous game of cat and mouse in “Ready or Not.” The black comedy horror movie was released in theaters Aug. 21. Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillet have a history in heading horror films. They utilized their prior experience … [Read more...] about Review: Hide and Seek Proves to be Deadly in ‘Ready or Not’
PIT Entertains with New Long-form Show
Photos by Kaelin MendezPepperdine Improv Troupe performed their first ever long-form show, stepping outside the comfort of their regular Elkins gig. On Sunday, Jan. 28, PIT tried their hand at a new style of improv in the PLC mini-theater. Long-form improv is similar to a play in length and execution, only it’s completely improvised. The Sunday night performance lacked … [Read more...] about PIT Entertains with New Long-form Show