Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Trigger Warning: references to intrusive thoughts, violence and self-harm OCD, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, is a common colloquialism used to refer to an individual’s aversion to germs, an unhealthy need to keep … [Read more...] about Opinion: Media Portrayal of OCD Should Promote Knowledge, Not Misinformation
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Review: Ryan Murphy’s ‘Dahmer’ and ‘American Horror Story’ Illustrate Terror
Collage by Emily Chase 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. Famous for his mastermind work behind the TV shows, “Glee,” “American Horror Stories” and “Ratched,” director Ryan Murphy has had a 23-year-long career in … [Read more...] about Review: Ryan Murphy’s ‘Dahmer’ and ‘American Horror Story’ Illustrate Terror
‘Heartstopper’ Gives Queer Audiences Positive Representation
The British Netflix series poster promotes the eight-episode “Heartstopper” series with actors Kit Connor and Joe Lockwood. The two actors happily looked at each other in the poster as they sat at their high school desks signifying the start of their characters' love story. Photo courtesy of Netflix In April, Netflix came out with British series “Heartstopper,” a heartwarming … [Read more...] about ‘Heartstopper’ Gives Queer Audiences Positive Representation
Stop Reading Reviews
Art by Peau PorotesanoWatching a new movie can be one of the best and most thought-provoking experiences. The process of analyzing and forming an opinion about a film is enriching. Unfortunately, many consumers of media enter new movies with a preconceived notion about the quality of the film they are watching. These notions are the result of people reading critiques of new … [Read more...] about Stop Reading Reviews
Pepp Goes Mad Over ‘Mad Men’ Fashion
Photos by Kaelin Mendez"Mad Men" costume designer talked all things fashion at Pepperdine.Janie Bryant discussed working as a costume designer in Hollywood and her time designing for "Mad Men" during a question-and-answer session in the Surfboard Room, Wednesday, April 6 at 4 p.m. Pepperdine senior and Pepperdine Graphic staff writer Kristin Vartan led the discussion with … [Read more...] about Pepp Goes Mad Over ‘Mad Men’ Fashion