Directed by Chris Columbus 5 Stars Thanks for bringing the McCallisters back. Given the choice between being alone at home and lost in a big city, I'd rather be alone at home, as I feel safe in my own home. Being at home is safer as you can protect yourself a lot easier than in…
Movie Review: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Directed by Ron Howard 3 Stars This movie was a staple of my teenage years during Christmas time. There were two Christmas films I always enjoyed watching more than others: Jingle All The Way and How The Grinch Stole Christmas. It helped that I was raised reading Dr Seuss's books and was also a fan…
Movie Review: Die Hard
Directed by John McTiernan 5 Stars This original action classic has been hugely influential over the years - and it's no surprise, as it's one of the best action thrillers ever made. New meaning is brought to the word "action" as it is exhilarating, furious and nothing less than exciting. The premise is simple: one…
Book Review: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul
by Jeff Kinney 4 Stars Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul, written by Jeff Kinney, is a comical and entertaining addition to the beloved children's series. As a tenth grader, I found this book to be a light-hearted and enjoyable read. The story follows Greg Heffley and his family as they embark on…
Book Review: Flowers for Algernon
By Daniel Keyes 4 Stars Charlie always wanted to become smarter, to become like everyone else and most importantly, to get friends. Luckily for him, a group of scientists are conducting an experiment which will allow for people to become more intelligent, which was previously tested on the rat Algernon. Through the experiment, Charlie ends…
Book Review: Frying Plantain
By Zalika Reid-Benta 4 Stars Frying Plantain follows Kara Davis, a second-generation Jamaican immigrant living in Toronto, as she moves through adolescence. Through a series of 12 interconnected vignettes, Reid-Benta paints a vivid story of familial struggles, friendship, love, and cultural identity. I found the depiction of the second-generation immigrant experience—the battle between two distinct…
Book Review: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel
by Jeff Kinney 4 Stars Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Third Wheel, penned by Jeff Kinney, is a delightful installment in the beloved children's series. Despite being aimed at younger readers, as a tenth grader, I found this book to be engaging and entertaining. The story revolves around Greg Heffley's middle school experiences, particularly his…
Book Review: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever
by Jeff Kinney 4 Stars Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever, authored by Jeff Kinney, is a captivating addition to the popular children's book series. As a tenth grader, I found this book to be an entertaining and amusing read, despite its target audience being younger readers. The story follows the misadventures of Greg…
Book Review: Izzy at the End of the World
By K.A Reynolds 5 Stars Izzy at the End of the World is a science fiction book written by K.A Reynolds. It is about a young autistic girl named Izzy Wilder who is left alone with her dog Akka after aliens come and she is left to travel to find a way to bring her…
Book Review: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
By J.R.R Tolkien 5 Stars Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is the second of the three-book series written by J.R.R. Tolkien. The story follows the events which took place in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, first of the three-book series by J.R.R. Tolkien. The setting takes place in…
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