‘The Hate U Give’ goes from book to screen
Deeya Prakash, Staff Writer
October 11, 2018
Many book to screen adaptations are horrific. All avid readers fear the day that some hot-shot movie producers will butcher their sacred texts, leaving their favorites with low opinions. Of course, there are some exceptions, such as Harry Potter, "The Hunger Games," and most recently, "Crazy Rich As...
‘Parks and Recreation’: intriguing or disappointing?
Charlotte Weiss, Business Staff
October 10, 2018
Filed under Opinion
5 out of 5 stars Is “Parks and Recreation” ("Parks and Rec") an unbelievable or uninteresting show? Does this series capture the viewers’ attention or leave them feeling bored and unsatisfied? Personally, I think that "Parks and Rec" is a very enjoyable and humorous show that encapsulates ...
‘Deadpool’ goes PG-13
Alex Jowanovitz, Associate Video Editor
October 9, 2018
Filed under Opinion
A few weeks ago, 20th Century Fox announced a new 'Deadpool' movie coming to theaters at the end of this year, but there is a lot more to this than it seems. While details are scarce on the "Untitled Deadpool Movie,” releasing on Dec. 21, the one major thing we know about the mysterious new film ...
The Melting Pot: Review
October 9, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Looking for a tasty dinner for homecoming? Well, have no fear. We have found the place for you: The Melting Pot in Montgomery. The Melting Pot is a fondue restaurant. It is a perfect place to go with a date or even a group of friends. The atmosphere is very calm and soothing, as it is a little quiet and ...
‘Nappily Ever After’ impresses, empowers
Jessica, Lu
October 5, 2018
A new Netflix original film dropped on Sept. 21, 2018, and I definitely enjoyed it. The movie follows the life of Violet Jones (Sanaa Lathan), a woman who will settle for nothing less than perfection. Her obsession with being “perfect” is easily seen in her work, love life, and most noticeably h...
Senator clarifies vote after hearing stories of sexual assault
Allyson Bonhaus, Editor in Chief
October 4, 2018
On Fri., Sept. 28, a man took another step towards the highest court in the land. The judiciary committee, in charge of overseeing and approving justices for the Supreme Court, approved Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh 11 to 10. He now moves to be confirmed by the full Senate. After voting to approve, Sen...
Fukunaga’s “Maniac” is too much plot: Review
Alex Jowanovitz, Associate Video Editor
October 3, 2018
Filed under Opinion
The new Netflix mini-series, “Maniac” feels like a myriad of interesting ideas strung together that do not always make sense. In my opinion, this is both a criticism and something I can appreciate. Let me explain. “Maniac,” released on streaming service Netflix last week, brings together acto...
The duty to understand both sides of the Native American story
Harsitha Kalaiarasan, Feature Chief
September 28, 2018
On a chilly day in Sept., a student sitting in English class might choose to write down their homework in their planner. While stressing over what might seem like a million assignments, the student may or may not notice the label on Sep. 28, which reads “Native Americans Day.” This day recognizes...
“Marvel’s Spider-Man” Swings Above the Competition: Review
Alex Jowanovitz, Associate Video Editor
September 27, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Nine years ago, video game developer Rocksteady delivered a new kind of superhero game. “Batman: Arkham Asylum” was universally praised for immersing the player in the world of the popular DC superhero. The aim of that game was to make the player feel like they were Batman in every way possibl...
Valedictorian speeches sparks controversy
Isabella Magato, Cartoonist
September 26, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Over the years, the valedictorian speech has been considered an academic honor. Recently, there has been controversy about preparing and delivering the lecture. Some schools are holding auditions for this honor or getting rid of the title altogether, rather than handing the opportunity to just one stu...