An Anti-Racist Reading List
Below is a short list of books relating to race and racism in the United States. The complexity of these issues and their related matters–such as sexism, immigration, familial roles, and more–are expressed and...
Category: Reviews
Food for Thoughts (season 2, ep. 1): Which Water?
ATTENTION ALL THIRSTY STUDENTS Imagine: You’re fiending for a refreshing drink from one of the many water fountains at Hanover High School. But you have to ask yourself, “which water fountain is most worth...
A Production Worth Watching – Preview: Dancing at Lughnasa
At 7 PM this past Monday, I entered Hanover High School and headed to the auditorium to see a play that roughly 16 students (in addition to many parents, directors, and other adults) were...
What My Father Thinks: Mega Concert Edition
The air was already sticky with late May humidity and the body heat from hundreds of parents, friends, and siblings settling onto the gym bleachers. For those readers who have only seen athletic events...
Review: Deadpool 2 Packs In Fast-Pace Action, Comedy, and Bizarre References For Maximum Fun
The first Deadpool film is one of the greatest superhero films ever. It struck an incredible balance between action, comedy, and telling a compelling story. Because of this my expectations were very high for...
Review: Marvel Successfully Pulls Off Crossover Mania With “Avengers: Infinity War”
For starters, this film is definitely best viewed without any spoilers. Therefore, the following review is free of spoilers. Avengers: Infinity War, directed by the Russo Brothers and starring Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans,...
Masterworks Concerts Stuns Audience
Despite the steady snowfall and slick roads, last Wednesday night’s Masterworks concert went on as planned. After the Tuesday night concert was received with glowing reviews and a standing ovation, the chorus and orchestra...
REVIEW: “Black Panther” Is Meticulously Crafted, Worth Second Viewing
I went into Black Panther with high expectations. The film, which stars Chadwick Boseman as T’Challa, with Michael B. Jordan and Lupita Nyong’o, released to rave reviews from both critics and audience members. When...
Review: “Almost, Maine” Artfully Explores The Dimensions of Love
What is love?* How is it felt? Can it be touched, or even counted? How do people fall in love? These are some of the many questions that the audience must consider when watching...
Review: The Post Offers Mix of History, Good Acting, and Relevance
Political scandal, steady tension, tough calls, and what seems like a race against time. Historical films may not usually be the first choice of the movies to see for high school students, but The...