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This is the movie poster of 'Moana 2', which released in theaters on November 27, 2024.

‘Moana 2’ captivates with stunning visuals and humor

Nidhi Ratheesh, Staff Writer Jan 9, 2025

Since its release in 2016, Moana has established itself as a beloved Disney classic for all audiences complete with beautiful visuals, a memorable soundtrack blending Polynesian influences and contemporary pop, and compelling characters. Moana follows the journey of adventurous teenager Moana (Auli'i...

The movie poster from "Avatar: The Way of Water".

‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ did not live up to its predecessor

Isabella Hesse, Staff Writer Feb 7, 2023

After 13 years, the sequel to the 2009 movie Avatar was released on Dec. 18, a release highly anticipated by fans. However, the movie did not meet expectations when it came to quality. Avatar: The Way of Water follows Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), around 15 years after the events of the first movie....

'Awake' follows mother Jill (Gina Rodriguez) who will do anything to save her children, despite the worsening circumstances.

‘Awake’ puts viewers to sleep

Unnati Bhat, Social Media Manager Jun 17, 2021

For students all across the world, including those at Westford Academy, sacrificing a night of sleep is worth finishing an assignment, binging a show, or spending a night with friends. I know I have certainly been guilty of sacrificing my sleep for all of these things. Sleep deprivation is nothing new...

Holidate is uncomfortably cheesy, even for the holidays

Holidate is uncomfortably cheesy, even for the holidays

Anushka Patil, Co-Editor-in-Chief Nov 16, 2020

For many, the holidays are the best time of the year. The lights, atmosphere, food, gatherings, and spirit definitely add to the reasons why the holidays truly rock. Using these qualities of the holidays, movies bring families together, creating a sense of warmth and pleasure that illuminate this...

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The Invisible Man is clearly worth it

Mateo Berman-Sample, Staff Writer Apr 4, 2020

Many films that were in theaters before the outbreak of COVID-19 are now available "on demand" and through select streaming services like Youtube, Amazon prime, and Google Play. The one film that stuck out is The Invisible Man.  The Invisible Man is a remake of the 1933 film. Directed by Leigh Whannell...

Cats movie release poster

Cat-tastrophe strikes in theaters

Meghan Hall, Staff Writer Jan 8, 2020

On December 20 2019, the worst movie I have ever seen came to theaters. The live action adaption of the 1981 musical Cats was released. The film has been joked about for the past few months because of its trailers showcasing the horrifying visuals of humans made to look like cats through CGI. Although...

The extended family of deceased Harlan Thromby (Christopher Plummer) gathered in his mansion's parlor.

Knives Out keeps viewers on the edge of their seats

Melanie Duronio, Staff Writer Dec 5, 2019

Rian Johnson’s film Knives Out creates a compelling murder mystery that is easy to become enraptured by, thanks to its stunning visuals and entertaining characters. Set in a gothic mansion and filmed locally in Massachusetts, the movie feels as though it has leaped from the pages of a classic mystery...