Future is female for Hollywood
Grace Kelly, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
Considering March is Women’s History Month, what better way to celebrate than by recounting some of the greatest, most inspiring female directors, producers, and actresses that have ever graced Hollywood? When the film industry first started up, it only allowed men to have the important jobs. However,...
Easy as pie to enjoy slices year-round
Katie McManaman, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 13, 2020
We’re currently less than three months from the end of the school year, less than two months until senior graduation. Everyone is anxiously awaiting summer, you get to visit the beach, go on vacation and enjoy days without the monotonous cycle of school. Family and friends have barbecues full of laughter...
Did South Korean ‘Parasite’ get lucky?
Renee Calhoun, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
When thinking of Americans’ preferences in movies, foreign films tend not to be as popular.But why? This may be because of advertisement, accessibility, or even laziness. One of the easiest explanations for the lack of interest in foreign films is that many Americans simply do not want to read subtitles....
Colors in film have sneaky psychological effects
Cassie Limberakis, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
Seeing a movie in theaters is an extremely different experience from watching movies at home. The magic of cinema comes alive with the use of vibrant color. Emotion is often triggered by the clever and introspective use of color on the silver screen. Casual moviegoers may not bother to notice this tool,...
Streaming services challenge live TV sports
Katie Saso, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
Remember when the Cubs game was free on TV? Remember when TV shows used to be on regular TV? Those days are long gone. Due to the increase of new streaming networks, many television producers have decided to add their shows on networks such as Netflix, Disney Plus, and Marquee. This change from regular...
Disney curse leads to ethical questions
Morgan Trunda, Entertainment Co-Editor
March 13, 2020
Disney Channel is a nostalgic part of childhoods across America. Many kids looked up to the stars on these shows and considered them role models. However, as some grew into teens and adults, their lifestyles dramatically differed from those portrayed on the Disney screen. The most notable of these rebellions...
Changes in special effects help to vividly depict war realities
Cassie Limberakis, Staff Writer
February 28, 2020
The centennial anniversary of WWI, otherwise known as “The Great War,” occurred last year. Throughout the decades, Hollywood has made many films about WWI and the resulting struggles that people endured. Along with showing the hardships of war, the movies use a variety of special effects which amplify...
Vote IGOR: Tyler’s journey from Vine to the Grammys
Morgan Trunda, Entertainment Editor
February 28, 2020
Arguably one of the most eclectic artists of this decade, Tyler the Creator has become known among Generation Z and Millennials alike for his versatility. Back in the days of Vine, circa 2012, Tyler the Creator, whose real name is Tyler Gregory Okonma, created hilarious short videos of which are still...
Billie Eilish: fame hasn’t caught up with this young star
Alyssa Yankee, Entertainment Editor
February 28, 2020
The music industry, along with teenagers worldwide, didn’t think they needed an artist like Billie Eilish until she appeared on top of music charts. Although Billie Eilish’s stardom may have seemed sudden to the music world, it also felt sudden to Eilish herself. In an interview with CBS Sunday Morning,...
Increased diversity shows developments in award
Grace Kelly, Staff Writer
February 20, 2020
It is no secret that award shows are popular. From their spectacular openings and regal red carpets to the intense buildup and subsequent excitement of finding out who gets what award, people can’t seem to stop talking about them in the hours, days and even weeks before. But even those who love them...
‘Little Women’ remake reveals fresh take on a beloved classic
Katya Boskovic, Staff Writer
December 13, 2019
“I want to be great, or nothing.” Cherished words by the youngest March sister, Amy March, sound the bell for a brand new adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved “Little Women,” coming to theaters Christmas day. “Little Women” chronicles the lives of four young sisters living in New...
Mac and cheese? More like Macanese
Katie McManaman, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2019
Imagine you’re in Macau, eating Macanese food. Rich flavours and spices fill your mouth. The bread that the server brings is used to sop up the butter sauce remains of the prawns and the combination of the bread and butter melts on your tongue. Picture the beautiful beach and sunset as you enjoy fresh...
Julia Benkendorf, Sports Co-Editor
March 13, 2020
On Thursday, Mar. 12, the NCAA announced that the 2020 March Madness tournament will be cancelled due to the recent outbreak of the COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “coronavirus”)....
Weighing risk factor of sports
March 13, 2020
Sports can provide many things to athletes. Athletics are an opportunity to socialize and build friendships....
Team influence extends to community, world
March 13, 2020
As student-athletes lace up their basketball sneakers, dancing shoes, cleats or skates, they all have...
Grace Kelly, Staff Writer
March 13, 2020
Considering March is Women’s History Month, what better way to celebrate than by recounting some of the greatest, most inspiring female directors, producers, and actresses...
Easy as pie to enjoy slices year-round
March 13, 2020
Did South Korean ‘Parasite’ get lucky?
March 13, 2020
Colors in film have sneaky psychological effects
March 13, 2020