
Amelia Chang, Reporter

MAP 11 students explore the film wonders of LA
Learning about film and the industry while having fun, the MAP 11 students had an eventful four days.

Fast-paced and action-packed, badminton remains an underrated sport
Few fans attend these matches, but they deserve more attention.

‘Paddington in Peru’: A predictable yet fun family film
Despite being aimed at children, I found the movie a fun watch.

Hoping for the revival of Robin with ‘Batman: Brave and the Bold’
Robin, Batman’s sidekick, hasn’t been in a live-action Batman movie in decades, but the mantle of Robin serves as a vital part of Batman’s character.

What’s to love about humdrum love songs?
From “Espresso” to “good 4 u,” the radio always seems to play the same love songs.

‘Epic the Musical’: An incredible musical that gives a refreshing take on ‘The Odyssey’
As a musical-in-the-making for fans of Greek mythology, the production has captured the interest of millions online.

Cold-weather classics: What makes festive tunes so festive?
What is the Christmas music phenomenon?

‘Agatha All Along’: a show Marvel got right
I hadn’t been expecting much from the MCU lately, but this effort blew me away.

The dragon series that soared into my heart
“Wings of Fire” took up hours of my childhood as I got sucked into a world of dragons and political intrigue.

Ideal protagonists in today’s media follow certain patterns
Too often the most compelling characters aren’t the main ones.

‘Inside Out 2’ — a rare sequel that lives up to its predecessor
Nine years after the first Inside Out movie, Inside Out 2 has arrived, and did I enjoy it more than the first? I think so. Not only does it capture the struggles of becoming s tenager but it depicts anxiety in a way that feels very accurate and personal to me.

While summers can bolster academics, they can also provide many other valuable opportunities
My time at CSSSA this past summer led to the formation of many friendships.