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Potential Oscar contender flashes back

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Photo Courtesy of IMDB The beautifully-rendered sets of Wes Anderson’s “The Grand Budapest Hotel” alone are worthy of praise. They immediately immerse the viewer in the film’s fictional setting. But the film is far more than its engrossing visuals; those are mere wallpaper. With wonderful performances, a whimsical, witty story and — most of all — originality, “The Grand … [Read more...] about Potential Oscar contender flashes back

Pepperdine senior Mackenna Millet shares her exclusive Oscar experience

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Photo by Allison Hubbard On stage for the biggest night in Hollywood, senior Mackenna Millet received recognition from Channing Tatum during the Academy Awards on March 2. Alongside the other five contest winners, Millet stood in the Dolby Theatre looking out at all the nominees. Millet became a part of Team Oscar after winning a contest with her 60-second video about … [Read more...] about Pepperdine senior Mackenna Millet shares her exclusive Oscar experience

Oscars voting ignores important stories

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Art by Sacha IrickWhat kind of person can truly claim to have never wondered what it would feel like to clasp that little statue of a golden man in their hands, what it would be like to finally give that acceptance speech, whether or not your tears would cause the mascara to run down your face, and whether you should thank God or your inspirational first grade teacher first. … [Read more...] about Oscars voting ignores important stories