‘Truth & Treason’ is a tenacious true tale
By Amelia Morris
‘Truth & Treason’ recounts the true story of Helmuth Hubener, a 16-year-old boy living in Nazi Germany in 1942. Helmuth has an incredible gift for writing, is a devout Mormon and loyal German citizen.
The movie sets the stage for the audience, showcasing the World War II landscape of Hamburg, Germany. Inside Helmuth’s house, we see him getting ready for his first day at his new internship at city hall. He easily impresses his new bosses with his writing skills ...
‘Bugonia’ terrifyingly portrays the brokenness of humanity
By John Hiett
Have you ever wondered what would happen if conspiracy theorists had enough determination and planning to test their actual theories out? “Bugonia,” an absurdist thriller, deals with this exact question.
Two beekeepers-turned conspiracy theorists, Teddy (Jesse Plemons) and Don (Aidan Delbis), kidnap a high-level CEO, Michelle Fuller (Emma Stone).
The plot of the movie stems from two beekeepers who have experienced hardship due to a drastic decline in the bee ...
Jackets win GMAC tournament quarterfinal game
By Danielle Cherry
Cedarville came out ready, being the No. 1 seed in the G-MAC conference, but so did Northwood, the No. 8 seed. Both teams fought tooth and nail, keeping the audience on their toes, wondering who would come out on top. In a riveting four-set game, Cedarville grasped the win by a hair and advanced to the semifinal game.
“From the very beginning, we knew [Northwood was] going to be a tough serving team, and they never gave up,” head Coach Greg Smith said.
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CU in the Ville: Serving the local community
By Leah Angstadt
CU in the Ville is a yearly event that comes out of Cedarville’s Global Outreach ministry. Each year, groups of students are assigned to specific houses, assisting with tasks such as raking leaves, cleaning windows and doing whatever tasks the homeowners ask to be done.
“We want to be reflective of Jesus, and how He was always helping people,” said Christopher Manion, a junior Early Childhood Education major.
Students are shown transporting the leaves from ...
‘The Diplomat’ season three depicts the complexities of life as a government official
By Josh Ball
What are you willing to do to prevent the next world war? This is the question Kate Wyler tries to answer in Netflix’s “The Diplomat.” After finding out the origins of a terror plot, she must do everything she can to maintain relations with the United Kingdom to prevent the end of NATO.
Season three picks up with our political leaders in a tense state, holding the world order in a precarious balance. With new President Grace Penn, played by Allison Janney, the plot ...
‘Predator: Badlands’ offers an exhilarating balance between epic showdowns and wholesome fun
By Gabriel Payne
The newest installment of the Predator franchise, Dan Trachtenberg’s “Predator: Badlands,” is an excellent addition to a long list of quality movies. But this movie stands out for so much more than the raw action and adrenaline pumping sequences. It’s funny, heartwarming and thoughtfully deals with refreshingly relevant themes.
The film follows the journey of Dek (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi), a young Yautja warrior seeking to claim honor and glory among his ...
Men’s basketball focuses on growth for 2025-26 season
By Emily Tuttle
Last season, the Cedarville men’s basketball team experienced a whirlwind playoff journey. After upsetting the No. 1 team in the conference toward the end of the regular season, the Jackets carried that momentum into the playoffs, defeating Findlay once again.
But in the next round of the GMAC tournament, against Thomas More, a series of unfortunate events sent the game to overtime, then a strange call led to a one-point loss.
“That's an experience that can ...
‘The Awakening Tour 2025’ celebrates Christ’s victory over sin and depression
By Katlynn Rossignol
The Awakening Tour visited Dayton, OH, this November to rock a stadium with some of today’s top Christian artists.
Opening the night was We Are Messengers, a contemporary Christian band originating from Ireland. The group opened with their song “Power,” setting the stage for an evening of escalating energy and fun. Making the most of their 45 minute stagetime, the band featured a keytar solo and some of their radio hits, including “Point to You” and ...
Testimony Tuesday: Finding a faithful God through crippling anxiety
By Rachel Schuck
“I’m an average Christian, some people would say, but my life story isn’t average and my testimony isn’t average.”
Faith DiBenedetto, a sophomore Communication major at Cedarville University, grew up in a Christian household surrounded by many godly influences. At five years old, DiBenedetto surrendered her life to Christ after having a conversation with her dad. While she understood Christ’s sacrifice for her sin, DiBenedetto believed one significant ...
Guilmero del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ is a terrific retelling of a classic story
By Cadence Powers
“Frankenstein,” the newest installment in Del Toro’s Gothic film collection and a modern adaptation of Mary Shelley's 1818 novel, hit select theaters on Oct. 17. Marked by beautiful visuals, powerful writing and a moving soundtrack, the newest installment in “Frankenstein” adaptations demonstrates why Del Toro’s work is so well known for its gothic aesthetic.
The movie opens on a vessel bound to reach the North Pole amongst a Frozen Wasteland. The crew ...
