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"On the Basis of Sex" shows at the Uptown Theater in Minneapolis. The film had a limited premiere on Dec. 25 and will have a wide release on Jan. 11. The film features actors such as Felicity Jones and Armie Hammer.

‘On the Basis of Sex’ inspires a new generation

Grace Silbernick, Layout Editor December 31, 2018

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg inspires a new generation with the film “On The Basis Of Sex”. Set in the 1970s, at a time when discrimination on the basis of sex was legal, Ginsburg fights to change the...

Theaters nationwide began "Mary Poppins Returns", Disney's sequel to their iconic 1964 film "Mary Poppins", on Dec. 19. The movie made $23.5 million in its first weekend in theaters.

‘Mary Poppins Returns’ with several heaping spoonfuls of nostalgia

Hannah Sween, Print Editor-in-Chief December 29, 2018

A star-studded cast meets a storyline dripping with nostalgia, "Mary Poppins Returns" has several spoonfuls of adorable parallels and quirky characters. Those expecting a cinematic masterpiece to push...

'Aquaman' swims into theaters with strong reception

‘Aquaman’ swims into theaters with strong reception

Nathaniel Willius, Distribution Reporter December 29, 2018

When I went to see Aquaman, I did not expect to enjoy the film, but what I saw took me by surprise. While the movie has a few flaws, it is a film many can enjoy. Aquaman is a superhero action movie...

"They shall not grow old" is a movie about young soldiers lives as they fought in World War I. The film is being played now at nearby theaters, like the Marcus theater in Oakdale.

‘They Shall Not Grow Old’ slowly tells deadly story of WWI

Sadie Heieren, Photographer December 25, 2018

Opening with an introduction from the director Peter Jackson, "They Shall Not Grow Old" is a newly released movie taking a deep look into the real lives of the World War I American soldiers, who fought...

"Bird Box" is a newly released movie on Dec. 13 on Netflix, and is arguably the most talked about movie going into the new year. Directed by Susanne Bier, the movie boasts a woman lead and director.

Netflix’s ‘Bird Box’ sends chilling message

Paige Speedling, Distribution Reporter December 23, 2018

Netflix's newly released movie, "Bird Box" came out Dec 13. The movie starring Sandra Bullock set a record for Netflix at 45 million views in the first week, and the movie has only gained in popularity. The...

Illumination Studios new 'Grinch' movie more life-like

Illumination Studios new ‘Grinch’ movie more life-like

Linda Hill, Podcast Reporter December 23, 2018

You may remember the classic The Grinch movie that you probably watched around Christmas time every year. On Nov. 9 there was a new and updated version that was released in theaters all over the world. ...

Junior Allie Smith listens to Grande's new song. It has been at the number one spot of the Top 100 Billboard Charts for two consecutive weeks.

‘Thank U, Next’ by Ariana Grande promotes self love

Julia Bennett, Busines Editor December 17, 2018

Ariana Grande’s new hit song, Thank U, Next, got her to the number one slot of the Top 100 Billboard Charts for the first time in her career.  Celebrities everywhere are applauding her for releasing...

Cooks of Crocus Hill is a kitchen supply store with locations in Stillwater, St. Paul and Minneapolis. The stores are owned by husband and wife Karl Benson and Marie Dwyer. The store has been running since 1973.

Cooks of Crocus Hill welcomes community

Catherine Monty, Distribution Reporter December 8, 2018

With the holidays approaching, making meals seems to become a top priority. With families and loved ones to please and impress, cooks of the family need someone to show them how to bring out the best in...

Community members enter the Alamo movie theatre

Bohemian Rhapsody worth the money for Malek, Sing-Along

Abby Banks, Print Editor-in-Chief November 27, 2018

In yet another stellar Hollywood portrayal of the gay community, the new Queen biopic felt slightly more like a sit-down concert than the hard hitting film on Mercury's experiences that it so desperately...

The movie "Mamma Mia: Here we go again" was produced by Judy Cramer and Gary Goetzman, also released on July 20. It was a big hit in 2008 and not so big in 2018.

‘Mamma Mia’ should not go again

Jordyn Le Vasseur, Layout Editor November 25, 2018

Marcus Theater's screening of "Mamma Mia" and "Mamma Mia 2" was not a success in the box office. This past summer, "Mamma Mia 2" was finally released after the original "Mamma Mia." The first film left...

'Bumblebee' film release has audience buzzing

‘Bumblebee’ film release has audience buzzing

Nick Parent, Podcast Reporter November 20, 2018

The new movie Bumblebee from Transformers comes out Dec. 21 and it has people buzzin'. This will be the seventh movie related to the Transformers series. This features the famous well-known character Bumblebee,...

Freshman Adrianna Garcia reads "To Kill a Mockingbird".  She could perceive the same novel very differently in a few years, because of a gain in knowledge and experience.

Perception of novels changes over time

Antonio Garcia, Distribution Reporter November 20, 2018

The concept of perception is something that dictates every life on Earth. Perception affects how one interprets something, which leads to an opinion of that particular thing. An individual's perception...

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