Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer. Spoilers for “Poor Things” are mentioned in this article.Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos is known for making outlandish, quirky films, and in his latest work "Poor Things," … [Read more...] about Movie Review: ‘Poor Things’ Serves Up Cinematic Surrealism
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London Students Love ‘Ted Lasso’
A show that struck the hearts of many around the world, leaving fans and viewers begging for a fourth season, "Ted Lasso" on Apple TV+ added a fun element to the abroad experience of Pepperdine London students. With touching characters, a compelling soundtrack and witty messages, "Ted Lasso" is a moving comedy about an American man who transforms a London football club [soccer … [Read more...] about London Students Love ‘Ted Lasso’
Students Choose Malibu for Family, Friends and Their Future
Living in a castle, dining on delicious pasta dishes or marveling at the beauty of Patagonia are all reasons why students dream of studying abroad — 80% of undergraduate students study abroad, according to Pepperdine’s website. However, some students elect to stay on the Malibu campus instead of traveling overseas because of their academic plans and desire to stay close to … [Read more...] about Students Choose Malibu for Family, Friends and Their Future
Students Strive Toward a Successful Spring Semester
Entering 2024, many look forward to the exciting possibilities the new year brings. Whether students make specific resolutions for the semester or aim to improve their general outlook on the world, the new year tends to spark motivation for the latter half of the school year.Several students shared their goals, big and small, for the spring semester. Junior Amiel Silbol said in … [Read more...] about Students Strive Toward a Successful Spring Semester
Pumpkin Patch Review: Students Made it Feel like Fall in Malibu
Between pumpkin patches, apple orchards, haunted houses or shopping for fall decor and treats, there are multiple fall activities to do in the Malibu and Los Angeles area. The fall season is special to students who grew up in areas where the seasons and the weather change more than it does in Malibu. "The trees and vegetation here are just so different," first-year Abby Rader … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Patch Review: Students Made it Feel like Fall in Malibu