A Phenomenal Anime Project: Ranking the ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Episodes
By Nick Ratliff
“Star Wars: Visions” is a new anime anthology series consisting of nine episodes, each made by a different animation studio. I recommend watching these episodes in Japanese with English subtitles, as the English voice acting gets a little choppy and awkward at times. Some episodes have better animation than others but overall, most of them were well-realized and aesthetically pleasing. It’s important to note these stories are not canon in the “Star Wars” universe. ...
Ashland Snaps Lady Jackets’ Win Streak
by Grace Mowery
On Saturday night under the lights, the Ashland University Eagles ended the Cedarville Lady Jackets’ three-game win streak with a heartbreaker in the final minute of the game. The strong defensive play, headlined by junior goalkeeper Jocelyn Gross’ five saves, fell short on the lone goal scored in the game. Ashland remains at the top of the G-MAC standings after the result while Cedarville sits in third.
Ashland dominated Cedarville offensively throughout the first half, ...
Yellow Jackets Edge Visiting Findlay in 2-1 Victory
by Josh Decker
The Cedarville Yellow Jackets put together a hard-fought performance to defeat visiting G-MAC rivals Findlay 2-1 Thursday night. The Jackets’ record now stands at 6-2-1, including a solid 4-0 record at home.
“There are certainly some things we need to grow and mature in, but I was really proud of the fight,” said head coach Brett Faro. “Happy with the way the guys handled the game.”
Cedarville gained momentum early with offensive pressure in the first couple of ...
‘Anne of Green Gables’ Is Full of Humor and Heart
By Janie Walenda
L.M. Montgomery’s “Anne of Green Gables” is an iconic children’s story that has been adapted for stage and film countless times. Cedarville University’s production, using a script adapted by Peter Delaurier, expertly weaves this classic tale of friendship, family, and forgiveness.
The plot of “Anne of Green Gables” is fairly straightforward. An orphan girl named Anne, brought by mistake to Prince Edward Island in Canada, is adopted by siblings Matthew and ...
Hannah Bradley: A Passion for Theater
Bartholomew Mays
Hannah Bradley is a sophomore comprehensive theatre major. She is leading the cast as Anne Shirley in Cedarville University’s fall theatre production of Peter Delaurier’s adaptation of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved children’s classic “Anne of Green Gables.”
Growing up in New Jersey, Bradley has been a theatre lover from a young age. At four, Bradley’s family traveled to New York City where she saw her first Broadway show, Disney's “Beauty and the Beast....
‘What If…?’ Retrospective: Episode Three Tells a Dark but Hopeful Tale
by Noah Tang
The third episode of “What If…?” pivots from the relatively light and cheerful tone of the first two episodes. It tells the story of how five of the six original Avengers are brutally murdered during the events of Fury’s Big Week, the seven-day period in which the films “Iron Man 2,” “Thor,” and “The Incredible Hulk” all take place. In the original timeline, this week was crucial in that it encompassed the formation of the Avengers.
However, this alternate ...
Restrictions are Being Placed on Education in China, which may Concern Parents
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By Michael Cleverly
The Chinese government made a law during the summer regulating after-school, off-school and online tutoring limiting when tutoring could take place. The government said the children were already doing more than they needed to and to help ease the work burden they would regulate tutoring to give students more time to relax. This regulation may relate to a recent ...
‘Dear Evan Hansen’ is an Impactful Film Critics Just Don’t Understand
By Sam Acosta
“Dear Evan Hansen” is a beautiful adaptation that brings the same big emotions that the original musical did. While some of the most popular songs are missing from the film, the story is still largely intact and communicated well. The new songs written for the film are also well written and well placed within the story's narrative.
The movie follows Evan, a high school senior struggling with depression and anxiety, whose therapist has instructed him to write letters of ...
Arts and Entertainment Podcast: Is ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ a misunderstood masterpiece?
Are the critics right in calling “Dear Evan Hansen” “a total misfire” and “one of the worst movie musicals ever made”? Or is there something beautiful and even remarkable to be appreciated even in light of the movie’s imperfections? In this episode, hosts Sam Acosta and Ben Hiett give their honest and original thoughts on one of the most polarizing movies in recent memory.
