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The Father is a Mind-bending Portrayal of Aging

“The Father” is a Mind-bending Portrayal of Aging

March 28, 2021
Mank, directed by David Fincher, stars Gary Oldman as screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz, writer of the legendary film Citizen Kane. The film is about Mankiewiczs experience in 1930s Hollywood, shown through flashbacks, as he writes Citizen Kane in 1940.

“Mank”: Impressive but Boring

March 27, 2021
Judas and the Black Messiah, directed by Shaka King, stars Daniel Kaluuya as leader of the Illinois Black Panther Party Fred Hampton, and Lakeith Stanfield as William ONeil, an FBI informant working undercover as a member of the Black Panther Party. The film is about the events leading up to Fred Hamptons assassination. 

“Judas and the Black Messiah”: A Daring and Disturbing Tragedy

March 15, 2021
Ma Raineys Black Bottom, directed by George C. Wolfe, is an adaptation of an August Wilson play about a turbulent 1920s blues recording session. The film stars Chadwick Boseman as gifted yet difficult to work with trumpet player Levee, and Viola Davis as a fictionalized version of the Mother of Blues, Ma Rainey. 

“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”: Boseman Needs an Oscar

March 14, 2021
Sound of Metal, directed by Darius Marder, stars Riz Ahmed as Ruben, a heavy metal drummer that begins to lose their hearing. The film follows Ruben as he copes with this disruptive change.

“Sound of Metal” is a Stunning Character Study

March 11, 2021
Minari, directed by Lee Issac Chung, stars Steven Yeun, Han Ye-ri, Youn Yuh-jung, Alan Kim, and Noel Kate Cho as a Korean family moving from California to Arkansas to start a farm in the 1980s. The film is about the familys successes and struggles on their journey towards the American Dream.

“Minari” is a Beautiful Examination of The American Dream

March 7, 2021
Nomadland, directed by Chloé Zhao, stars Frances McDormand as Fern, a woman who lost their home in the Great Recession and travels across the country in her van, joining a community of other American nomads. 

“Nomadland” Is Essential Viewing

March 4, 2021
One Night in Miami is Packed with Electrifying Performances

“One Night in Miami” is Packed with Electrifying Performances

March 2, 2021
The Trial of the Chicago 7 is written and directed by Aaron Sorkin and stars Eddie Redmayne, Sacha Baron Cohen, Jeremy Strong, and many others.

“The Trial of the Chicago 7”: Entertainment Over Impact

February 28, 2021
Promising Young Woman is directed by Emerald Fennell and stars Carey Mulligan and Bo Burnham. 

“Promising Young Woman”: Fun and Thoughtful Thriller

February 26, 2021
News of the World is directed by Paul Greengrass and stars Tom Hanks and Helena Zengel. Taking place in the American South soon after the Civil War, this film is about traveling newsreader Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd after he finds a young girl, Johanna, without a home.  

“News of the World” Is Nothing New

February 24, 2021
HAIMs Women in Music Pt. III released on June 26, 2020

HAIM’s “Women in Music Pt. III” is a Breath of Fresh Air

February 18, 2021
Jhené Aikos Chilombo released on March 6, 2020

Jhené Aiko’s “Chilombo” Is Misused Talent

February 16, 2021
Black Pumas (Deluxe) released on June 21, 2020.

Black Pumas’ Debut Album Plays It Too Safe

February 11, 2021
Coldplays Everyday Life released on November 22, 2019.

Coldplay’s “Everyday Life” is Heartfelt but Boring

February 5, 2021
Jacob Colliers Djesse Vol. 3 released on Aug. 24 2020.

Jacob Collier’s “Djesse Vol. 3” Is Too Much

February 3, 2021
Dua Lipas “Future Nostalgia” released on March 27, 2020.

Dua Goes Disco on “Future Nostalgia”

February 1, 2021
Taylor Swifts Folklore released on July 24, 2020.

Taylor Swift Shines on “Folklore”

January 27, 2021
Featuring artists such as Phoebe Bridgers, Kid Cudi, King Krule, and Joji. Design by Trey Williams

Trey’s Top 50 Tracks of 2020

January 8, 2021
Treys Top Tracks: April 2020

Trey’s Top Tracks: April 2020

May 14, 2020
Treys Top Tracks: March 2020

Trey’s Top Tracks: March 2020

April 15, 2020

Support Your Local Restaurants

April 5, 2020
Beloved, written by Toni Morrison, came out in 1987. This novel is considered a modern American classic by critics and fans alike.

Why You Should Read “Beloved” by Toni Morrison

March 25, 2020
Treys Top Tracks: February 2020

Trey’s Top Tracks: February 2020

March 15, 2020
Nicholas Butero, Sam Opinsky, Ryan Morton, and Alex Maisenhelder compete at WUHSAC on February 15. Photo by Charles Hang.

Central Performs at Scholar Bowls

February 24, 2020
Parasite stars Cho Yeo-jeong, Park So-dam, Choi Woo-shik, and Kang-Ho Song as the Kim family. This is the only foreign film nominated for Best Picture.

Best of the Best Pictures

February 13, 2020
A student on Life360 looking at a family member’s recent trips. Apps like Life360 can track speed, location, and any unusual stops. Though the app has given parents more information about their child’s whereabouts, some students believe the app is an infringement of privacy. Photo by Alex Maisenhelder.

Life360: Safety or Stalking?

February 13, 2020
Journalism teacher Christine Stricker writing an Ac Lab pass for a student. A common criticism of Ac Lab is the pass system. Some teachers and students believe that the pass system is overly complicated and hinders students’ ability to get help. Photo by Trey Williams.

The Fourth Block of Freedom

February 13, 2020
Treys Top Tracks: January 2020

Trey’s Top Tracks: January 2020

February 12, 2020
Iranian Maj. Gen. Qasem Soleimani on Mar. 11, 2019. Soleimani was assassinated on Jan. 3 by an airstrike ordered by President Trump. Wikimedia Commons.

Tensions Rising

February 12, 2020
“Little Women” is directed by Greta Gerwig and stars Saorise Ronan, Timothee Chalamet, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, and Eliza Scanlen. Based off of the classic novel of the same name, this movie is about four sisters who navigate womanhood, love, and family in the 1860s. 

Little Women, Big Screen

January 28, 2020
Parasite stars Cho Yeo-jeong, Park So-dam, Choi Woo-shik, and Kang-Ho Song as the Kim family. This is the only foreign film nominated for Best Picture.

Parasite: Class Commentary through an Unforgettable Story

January 27, 2020
Ford v Ferrari stars Matt Damon and Christian Bale as the two design a race car for Ford capable of beating Ferrari

Ford v Ferrari: Fast Cars and Angry Christian Bale

January 26, 2020
1917 stars Dean-Charles Chapman and George MacKay.

“1917”: War Ain’t Good

January 22, 2020
Jojo Rabbit is directed by Taika Watiti and stars Roman Griffin Davis, Scarlett Johansson, Taika Watiti, and Sam Rockwell.

“Jojo Rabbit”: Balancing Heart and Hitler

January 20, 2020
The Irishman stars Robert DeNiro, Joe Pesci, and Al Pacino. This movie is most famous for its Netflix distribution, classic cast, and de-aging effects.

Grandpa Goes Gangster in “The Irishman”

January 19, 2020
Marriage Story, released December 6th to Netflix, is a favorite for the Best Picture win.

Divorce: The Movie!

January 14, 2020
Treys Top 25 Tracks of 2019

Trey’s Top 25 Tracks of 2019

December 26, 2019
Pictured here is the Smokehouse Beef and Cheddar Brisket from Firehouse Subs.

Restaurant Rivalry: Subs

December 18, 2019
Student fills out a high school planning form. Using this sheet can be a great tool to ensure your schedule gets properly planned. Photo by Christine Stricker.

Ready for Registration: Tips and Tricks

December 13, 2019
The Decade in Entertainment

The Decade in Entertainment

December 13, 2019
Pictured here are the classic glazed donut and the “Santa Suit” donut from Duck Donuts. Not pictured is their warm temperature. Photo by Trey Williams

Restaurant Rivalry: The Case of the Disappointing Donut

December 13, 2019
Freshman MJ Konieczny wrestling senior Joab Hackmann during practice. Due to Konieczny and Cox being in two different weight classes, the girls often have to wrestle other boys on the team. Photo by Alvi Lending.

Wrestling with Gender Stereotypes

December 13, 2019
Waves: Next Splash Hit

Waves: Next Splash Hit

November 11, 2019
Musical Superhumans

Musical Superhumans

November 11, 2019
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[Photo] Restaurant Rivalry: Frozen Desserts

November 7, 2019
The poster for Dave Chappelle’s “Sticks and Stones”. The special came out August 26 and received extreme backlash for his provocative statements.

Chappelle’s Controversial Special

September 27, 2019
Second poster for The Lighthouse, directed by Roger Eggers, coming out October 18. Starring Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe, The Lighthouse is the movie to look out for this fall.

Look Out for the ‘The Lighthouse’

September 27, 2019

BROCKHAMPTON Chills Out on GINGER

September 6, 2019
Should You be IGOR to Hear Tyler the Creators New Album?

Should You be IGOR to Hear Tyler the Creator’s New Album?

May 20, 2019
This is an example of a schedule that would potentially replace the summer vacation schedule. Instead of having a sinlge long break, this schedule spreads out all the breaks into four main sections for each season. The shaded regions are breaks and the unshaded regions are school days. Accompanying these breaks would be an additional 11 days for scattered additional breaks not listed on the calendar.

82 Days Off: What’s the Cost?

May 10, 2019
Is Fishing for Fishies a Catch?

Is “Fishing for Fishies” a Catch?

May 9, 2019
This student is using Instagram, one of the most popular social media applications. While the main purpose is posting and looking at people’s pictures, you can also communicate with people through the app. Photo by Alex Maisenhelder

A Social Media Detox Might be a Good Idea

March 14, 2019
Weezers Black Album has had a couple questionable singles, but has also had a couple gems.

Weezer’s “The Black Album”, Will it Bloom or Bust?

February 25, 2019
Choir teacher Ben Silvermintz helps freshmen Brianna Spaeth, Carine Heller, and Sophie Bain learn their part during Concert Chorale. It isn’t unusual to hear Silvermintz belting the same notes as the girls. Photo by Trey Williams

Singing our Stresses Away

February 12, 2019
While students study in a variety of places- libraries, rooms, kitchens, classrooms- one of the most common denominators is the use of a desk. With papers, textbooks, pens and pencils scattered around, often a phone or laptop can also be seen playing music. Photo courtesy of Pixabay

Studying & Music: Is It Sound?

December 17, 2018

Trey’s Top Ten Tracks of 2018

December 11, 2018
Keeping The Commons Clean

Keeping The Commons Clean

December 11, 2018
The Mighty Music Metamorphosis

The Mighty Music Metamorphosis

November 12, 2018
Does TØP’s New Album Fly or Falter?

Does TØP’s New Album Fly or Falter?

November 12, 2018
Album of the Summer: Astroworld or Scorpion?

Album of the Summer: Astroworld or Scorpion?

September 27, 2018
Jojis late 2017 EP In Tongues

Joji: From Filthy Frank to Stardom

September 20, 2018
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