Whats Wrong with Pop Music?
Oliver Barnfield, Resident Pop Culture Writer
October 22, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Just For Fun, Opinion, Showcase
In the early to mid 2010s , pop music was everywhere. Katy Perry and other big names ruled the world of music. And although most of that music was vapid and uncomplicated, they were at least notable. You heard these songs, and you could tell people truly loved these songs, even if you yourself did not....
Game Review: Spore
June Jung, Reporter
October 22, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Just For Fun, Opinion, Technology
Spore is a video game that allows you to evolve from a microbe in the ocean to a civilization who travel into space and fly about in cool futuristic spaceships. Let's start from the beginning. Stage 1: You are a tiny weird microbe swimming in the ocean. You have one job: Don't get eaten, Don't starve-find...
The Debate on Cultural Appropriation
Lyla Boretz, Reporter
October 22, 2018
Filed under Opinion
From henna to a white girl going to prom wearing a Qipao, or a traditional Chinese dress, to box braids and dreads on non-black people, the two words we always hear are "cultural appropriation." Some argue that it's "just" hair or clothes or makeup. Some say that it's harmful and belittling to people...
The True Cost of Halloween
Hannah McDonough, Reporter
October 22, 2018
Filed under Just For Fun, Opinion, Showcase
Ah... The best time of year has come around, with cool weather, candy, and walking door to door. Yes, it's Autumn and with every Autumn comes Halloween. This spooky night has won the hearts of many including me, but I recently asked myself a question that us Halloween fans don't usually think about:...
Do You Like Dogs Or Cats Better?
Aliyah Carter, Reporter
October 22, 2018
Filed under Opinion
Do you like dogs or cats more? I like both but if I had to choose, I would choose dogs. I like dogs because they are very active. I hate when my pets are lazy like a pet fish. Cats are very lazy and they are mean. They scratch a lot and they bite a lot. Dogs can bite, but not unless you raise...
“Last Day On Mars” Book Review
Arsh Gupta, Reporter
October 22, 2018
Filed under Books, Entertainment, Just For Fun, Opinion, Showcase
There are many great things to do to pass time. One of these is reading. Reading is only fun though if you have a good book. One book that makes reading fun though, is the book "Last Day On Mars," by Kevin Emerson. "Last Day On Mars" takes place in the year 2223. The Sun has started going supernova...
Why The Movie “Ocean’s 8” is Probably the Best Crime Movie
Emma Ross, Reporter
October 22, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Just For Fun, Opinion
I think crime movies are amazing. They are so interesting and always have a great plot. Recently "Ocean’s 8" came out in June, which was a spin-off of "Ocean's 11" and "Ocean's 12." The opening scene starts with Debby Ocean (Sandra Bullock) in jail (we’ll get to that) saying what she w...
Student-Teacher Advice Column: What Do I Do About Strict Parents?
Claire Lawrence, Reporter
October 18, 2018
Filed under Opinion, People, Showcase
Mrs. Piliere and Reporter Claire are taking your questions and tackling your problems with solid advice. Submit your questions anonymously for their upcoming column! Fill Out Here "Sometimes I feel like my mom is the strictest mom in the world! Not about who/what I can hang out with, but in any media I want to listen/watch/read. Any time I want to check out...
What Do Students Watch on Netflix
Mehak Mehmi, Reporter
October 17, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Opinion, Videos
The Opinionist Episode 10: Best and Worst Soundtracks
Oliver Barnfield, Colin Johnson, Evan Tucker, Baker Tuthill, and Opinionist Cast
October 16, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Just For Fun, Opinion, Showcase, Videos
Oliver the Opinionist takes a look at some of the best, and worst soundtracks from games and movies. DIRECTED BY OLIVER BARNFIELD WRITTEN BY OLIVER BARNFIELD, COLIN JOHNSON, & EVAN TUCKER EDITING BY BRANTON GREENBERG FILMED BY COLIN JOHNSON PRODUCTION HELP BY BAKER TUTHILL &am...
A Wrinkle in Time: Movie Review
Yoonjoo Oh, Reporter
October 15, 2018
Filed under Books, Entertainment, Just For Fun, Opinion, Showcase
A Wrinkle in Time is a science fantasy adventure film based on the book by Madeleine L'Engle of the same name. It is directed by Ava DuVernay and written by Jennifer Lee and Jeff Stockwell, produced by Walt Disney Pictures and Whitaker Entertainment. The first time released was on March 9, 2018. Starring Oprah Winfrey as Mrs. Which ...
Five of the Most Popular 2018 Halloween Costumes
Emma Ross, Reporter
October 15, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Fashion, Just For Fun, Opinion
Since Halloween is right around the corner I decided to write about popular Halloween costumes. I'll also be explaining them and giving a little bit of my opinion on them. 1. Ariana Grande from her "God is a Woman" music video Ariana grade is one of the most popular artists currently and also a...
