Movie remakes don’t bring same charm
Morgan Trunda, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Filed under Entertainment
Everything that is a remake once started out as a classic. Recently, however, it seems that more and more classic movies are getting remade, from timeless Disney stories to horror films. Naturally, we begin to wonder: are movies better off remastered or better off untouched? Many will say that if you l...
‘BoRhap,’ ‘Roma’ expected to win big at Oscars
Caitlin Saso, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Filed under Entertainment
As the paparazzi swarms the limousines, the stars strut out head to toe in the latest fashion and the priciest fashion. They wave down the red carpet, feeling nervous about who will win a shiny new trophy for all their hard work. But there are only a few trophies and many contestants, so who will win? ...
Chicago Japanese food scene on a roll
Matthew McManaman, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2019
Filed under Entertainment
Japan: An island nation with one of the premier economies in the world. Following WWII, Japan reincarnated itself as an economic powerhouse, with cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka rising from the ashes to become centers of industry and culture. Japanese culture focuses on the pursuit of perfection, w...
Primetime TV fails to win over younger audiences
Renee Calhoun, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Filed under Entertainment
After a long, grueling day of school, what is the one thing kids want to do? For several decades, it was turning on the T.V. But in the recent decade, television has been declining steadily and a new form of entertainment has arisen. That media empire is the website YouTube. But why has the once dominant...
Strut it! Taking a look at Viator’s fashionistas
Gianna Licari, Entertainment Editor
February 22, 2019
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase
Some look to magazines for fashion advice. Others look to Instagram for some inspiration. In our halls, however, we have some of fashion’s fiercest players right in our midst. Starting with our fiery females, Ms. Marie Dowd takes the crown for best-dressed female! She received the most votes for...
#MeToo: looking back one year later
Cassie Limberakis, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Filed under Entertainment
When most people hear the term #MeToo, they think of the last two years worth of scandals in Hollywood that includes men like Kevin Spacey and Harvey Weinstein. There have been even more sexual assault accusations regarding the director of the highly-acclaimed, Oscar nominated film, “Bohemian Rhapsody." ‘The...
Black Mirror ‘snatches’ audiences attention
Julia Benkendorf, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Filed under Entertainment
Netflix has been at the forefront of new and innovative content, but no series or film created matches the ingenuity and rarity of “Bandersnatch”. On December 28, Netflix released “Black Mirror: Bandersnatch”, an interactive film where the viewer is able to make decisions that set the course...
Oh, what fun it is to watch Christmas movies
Morgan Trunda, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Christmas is arguably one of the most joy-filled times of the year. From the decorations to the food, the giving to the gifts, and the music to the movies, there’s no shortage of cheer during this time of year. Christmas movies, in particular, have withstood the test of time, but have drastically changed. Looking...
Fans go ‘Ga Ga’ for ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
Renee Calhoun, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase
What makes a band legendary? What gives them that edge that makes their music last a lifetime? After seeing the new movie, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, I think I know why. The movie itself was the story of the 1970s band Queen and their rise to power in the music industry. There was something different...
Christmas makes bank for box office
Julia Benkendorf, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
As the Christmas buzz dies down, all the presents are unwrapped, and relatives head for the airport, what do you do with your fleeting empty moments? You head for the movies! According to the National Association of Theater Owners, “Thanksgiving is historically the busiest day of the year for movie ...
Food reviews: New Americana
Matthew McManaman, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 14, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
This issue, I will be delving into the question of where to go for American food. However, there are a plethora of restaurants which could qualify as American, so the first step in this process is to determine what will be eligible in this article. The quintessential American food is the cheeseburger....
Beloved annual festivities return to Windy City
Katya Boskovic, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
Experience the holiday spirit by stepping into a Hallmark-Christmas-movie-esque world! Emanating Christmas merriment, Christkindlmarket is a delightful place for spending time with family and friends during the holiday season. Along with the locations and dates of the Daley Center in Chicago from...
Rowan McDonnell, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Athletes have the desire to be the best in their game. Coaches expect perfection. Parents believe the illusion their child is a great athlete, who is free from mistakes. These...
February 22, 2019
In 1977, Mr. Joe Majkowski began coaching high school basketball, and four years later he became a teacher...
Struggles of multi-sport athletes
February 22, 2019
Teenagers’ schedules are filled with rushing from one practice to a next. The transition from one sport...
Morgan Trunda, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Everything that is a remake once started out as a classic. Recently, however, it seems that more and more classic movies are getting remade, from timeless Disney stories to...
‘BoRhap,’ ‘Roma’ expected to win big at Oscars
February 22, 2019
Chicago Japanese food scene on a roll
February 22, 2019
Primetime TV fails to win over younger audiences
February 22, 2019