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Sally Hawkins and Octavia Spencer are main characters in the film.

‘The Shape of Water’ makes a splash at the Oscars (Review)

Treston Johnson, Perspectives Writer February 15, 2018

The Shape of Water was nominated for thirteen Oscars this year (more than any other movie this year), including Best Picture. The film follows three protagonists, each representing a minority group...

During days off of school or weekends stuck inside, January is the perfect month to watch a movie. No matter the genre, it is a fun way to spend your free time.

January’s What-to-Watch: 31 movies for 31 days

Josetta Checkett, Perspectives Junior Editor January 25, 2018

In the harsh weather of the New Year, it’s often tempting to stay inside, curled up with a hot drink and a good movie. Whether you’re into horror, romance, survival, or comedy, there are plenty...

Pop some popcorn, turn off the lights, ignore the trick or treaters and treat yourself to these Halloween movie classics.

Spooktober: the best Halloween movies to watch

Maddison Young, A&E Writer October 29, 2017

Below is a list of a few movies that are great for Halloween!  There are two family friendly movies and two scarier movies for if you are looking for something to send shivers down your spine. Halloweentown: ...

Passengers movie: is it worth the hype? (Review)

‘Passengers’ movie: is it worth the hype? (Review)

Maya Daye, Staff Writer January 6, 2017

Many have raved on and on about the movie The Passengers. I’ll admit that I was one of those people. That is, until I actually watched it. I, along with many others, got my hopes up for no reason. Now,...

Does watching a movie in class help or hurt the learning process?

Movie Mania: Does watching a film in class help students learn? (Editorial)

Bella Byus, Staff Writer January 4, 2017

The idea of watching movies within the high school classrooms have come up many times over and over. The real question is, "Are students learning from the movies shown or are they just using the time as...

Official Hacksaw Ridge movie poster.

‘Hacksaw Ridge’ climbed to expectations (Review)

Brooklyn Norrell, Student Life Editor November 14, 2016

Directed by Mel Gibson, the beautifully created Hacksaw Ridge movie was everything one would expect from a based on a true story war movie: drama, romance, and of course, war. The movie focuses...

Ouija: Origin of Evil is now in theaters.

‘Ouija: Origin of Evil’ will communicate with thrill seekers (Review)

Bella Byus, Staff Writer November 13, 2016

The Ouija prequel takes on a new criteria of creepy. Since this story of Ouija is placed about 50-years before the 2014 film it sets in a new genre of scare. In distinction to the backlash from the...

Stop everything tonight and watch these classic Halloween flicks.

Treat yourself to these Halloween movies

Releigh Norell, Staff Writer October 31, 2016

Staying in on a cold fall night? Sounds like you need the perfect movie to set the mood. The Halloweentown series contains the perfect movies for a lazy night spent with family or friends. Any type...

The Magnificent Seven was released in theaters in September 23rd 2016

‘The Magnificent 7’ wasn’t that magnificent after all (Review)

Chaela Williams, A&E writer/editor October 11, 2016

With the face-paced action, witty humor, and a racially diverse cast, the film The Magnificent 7 was enjoyable but with its half-baked revenge plot and the lack of originality, the 2016 remake didn't...

Official Southside With You movie poster.

“Southside With You:” Where it all began (Review)

Brooklyn Norrell, Student Life Editor September 9, 2016

  Produced by John Legend, Southside With You takes a step into the past, the summer of 1989 that is, to look at the beginning of a blossoming relationship between Barack and Michelle Obama. Actor...

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