‘The Witcher’ highlights the potential for fantasy genre
January 16, 2020
“The Witcher” combines fluid combat with extensive world building to successfully immerse viewers. The show, which isa Netflix original, is based upon a successful book as well as video game series. The plot follows a monster hunter, otherwise known as a witcher, named Geralt of Rivia (Henry Cavill) ...
‘Harley Quinn’ entertains, delights
January 16, 2020
“Harley Quinn” is a show focusing on the adventures of Harley Quinn after she realizes how abusive the Joker is and strikes off on her own. The show successfully uses the dynamic between Quinn and her friends to create a unique dynamic which gives the show a tone similar to that of “Deadpool”. ...
‘Little Women’ strikes a chord
January 13, 2020
To say my experience watching the 2019 version of “Little Women” was a positive one would be a vast understatement. My excitement to see the film started long before I sat in the theater. The star studded cast, well-crafted trailers, raving reviews and the touching source material had me optim...
‘Nancy Drew’ proves entertaining for fans and newcomers alike
January 7, 2020
As a longtime fan of the “Nancy Drew” mysteries, I was excited when I found out CW was making a series based off the books. The series follows Nancy Drew (Kennedy McMann), a college student who is thrown into a murder case when the wife of a famous businessman is found dead in a diner parking lot. Wi...
Cut Through The Noise: Dua Lipa, Hayley Kiyoko, 070 Shake
January 5, 2020
Welcome to “Cut Through the Noise,” an entertainment column from the St. Louis Park Echo covering new music releases. Every week, a different Echo staffer takes on the role as writer, reviewing recent single releases from a variety of artists. ‘Future Nostalgia’ – Dua Lipa ★★★★☆ "Fut...
Cut Through The Noise: Machine Gun Kelly, Bombay Bicycle Club, Laura White
January 5, 2020
Welcome to “Cut Through the Noise,” an entertainment column from the St. Louis Park Echo covering new music releases. Every week, a different Echo staffer takes on the role as writer, reviewing recent single releases from a variety of artists. ‘why are you here’ – Machine Gun Kel...
‘Knives Out’ portrays unique mystery
December 28, 2019
“Knives Out” is a stimulating, well executed experience. The film is populated by both interesting and flawed characters, as well as a twist on the mystery genre. “Knives Out” is a story about the apparent suicide of renowned mystery author Harlan Thrombey. Just as the police are about to...
‘Cats’ got my tongue
December 22, 2019
The opening number of "Cats" left me searching for the exit. I was thrown into a plotless show with a sudden dance number and no explanation. From the very beginning, the bizarrely designed costumes burned my eyes. Even after finishing the entirety of the movie, I still cannot wash the image of the...
Six stars for ‘SIX’
December 3, 2019
A pop concert, a history lesson and an empowering story all combine into one breathtaking performance, "SIX," at the Ordway Center for Performing Arts. The premise of the show is comprised of Henry VIII’s six wives forming a high-energy pop group. Because of their competitive nature, the quee...
‘Charlie’s Angels’ almost lives up to original
November 15, 2019
When it comes to “Charlie’s Angels,” it’s hard to fathom a remake as good as the original. However, the newest “Charlie’s Angels” almost pulls it off. This new “Charlie’s Angels,” in theaters since Nov. 15, combines humor with action to create a riveting production. Throughout...
‘Maleficent: Mistress of Evil’ proves substandard
November 12, 2019
“Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” takes a good premise with fantastic actors and wastes them on a poorly thought out plot. The movie has all of the essentials for an enjoyable movie at minimum, but is poorly hashed out and riddled with inconsistencies. The set design was absolutely breathtaking. ...
First half of ‘American Horror Story: 1984’ full of bloody plot twists
November 11, 2019
‘American Horror Story: 1984’ takes place 37 years before the previous season, “Apocalypse.” The first half of the season focuses on the reopening of Camp Redwood, a camp which had been closed 14 years prior due to a massacre of the campers. The series starts off with all the good elements of an 80’s sl...
Reflecting on their meet against Breck, junior captain Maddie Olson said the team was strongest on beam, but will continue to work on the execution of the routines. “Our varsity beam went really well....
After speaking to families at a Jewish commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, chairman of the Human Rights Commission and senior Amaya Fokuo said she was invited to speak to share her views on youth...
According to theater director Jodi Schifsky, this year’s one-act will bring many emotions to the audience through the differing relationship stories it tells. “It is unique because it's all two-person...
According to coach Amanda Forsberg, she was satisfied by how her team performed in their weaker events, which led to its win against Richfield Jan. 9. “Kids stepped up in their off events. You couldn't...
