With the year wrapping up, it’s around that time when those in the film world start discussing what this year’s Academy Awards will look like. The Academy Awards, more commonly known as The Oscars, is the most prestigious award show in the industry and serves as a pop cultural landmark, a way to look back on the state of movies
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The term “third spaces” refers to places outside our homes and school or work, where we can socialize, be comfortable, and enjoy ourselves. Think libraries, gyms, cafes, parks, or even a place of worship. These spaces play an important role in our well-being and sense of community. When I think of third spaces, my mind goes to examples I’ve seen
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Apex High School’s theater department, Apex Peak Players, performed its fall play this past week from the 24th to the 26th. It is a performance of the 1970 play Done to Death, a seasonally-appropriate comedic take on the murder-mystery genre, written by Fred Carmichael. The play takes place over one night and is character-driven, surrounding five has-been authors, who seem
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What is it about Fall and a good movie? Often considered the most homely and cozy season, think warm sweaters, hot drinks, scented candles, and baked goods. When October rolls around and the air turns crisp, there’s a certain undeniable comfort that compels us to snuggle up with a film. It’s not just any film, however. There’s a common consensus
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Was this the worst summer for cinema since the Pandemic? From Pixar sequels to jarring controversies like Oz Perkin’s Longlegs, Summer of 2024 was an interesting year to go to the movies. Coming off a phenomenal spring season with future cult-classics like Luca Guadgnino’s Challengers, and the box office juggernaut that was Dune II, it felt like there wasn’t any
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When I walked into Ms. Oluokun’s office and sat down to start the interview, she was very friendly and had an excited, yet comfortable demeanor. She seemed like someone students can relate to and trust. Q: Some schools have a stationed psychologist, whereas a lot of schools have psychologists who travel to different schools. Which are you? A: I’m split
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