Photos courtesy of IMDB and A24 FilmsAfter winning two Golden Globes “Lady Bird” is flying into awards season buzz.The film, written and directed by Greta Gerwig, portrays a contentious mother-daughter relationship framed in love. Since its release, it has gained critical acclaim. In late November, it broke a Rotten Tomatoes record for most consecutive … [Read more...] about “Lady Bird” Hits Home: A Conversation with Greta Gerwig
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Things To Do in the Valley
Photos by Karma Christine Salvato Sometimes life can get pretty hectic, and it's necessary to infuse your schedule with a bit of fun or an activity that will recharge your emotional state of mind. If you crave a day away — or just a few hours to yourself — but don’t feel like driving far, it's no longer necessary to trek all the way into L.A. for something entertaining to … [Read more...] about Things To Do in the Valley
Support Women Behind the Scenes
Art by Peau PorotesanoIn midst of the recent revelations about Harvey Weinstein, and with so many women speaking out about harassment and inequality in the film and television industry, now is an excellent time to talk about other obstacles women in the industry face. Specifically, it's time to talk about their near absence in behind-the-scenes roles like writing, … [Read more...] about Support Women Behind the Scenes
Making Waves: Tara Jenkins
Photos courtesy of Tara Jenkins Senior Tara Jenkins is putting her Theatre and Media Production major into action by taking on her own documentary project about Pepperdine students’ different experiences and how their identities tie into their school life. “I am filming a documentary about identity at Pepperdine,” Jenkins said. “It explores how people separate themselves … [Read more...] about Making Waves: Tara Jenkins
Artists Corner: Peter Filimaua
Photos Courtesy of Peter Filimaua As an aspiring filmmaker, Junior Peter Filimaua hopes to spread positivity and tell good stories. Currently in the process of creating a documentary, Filimaua said he wanted to show the lives of the people living on the streets near Angel Stadium in Orange County. “I was driving past the stadium one day and noticed a lot of people … [Read more...] about Artists Corner: Peter Filimaua