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Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by K.F. grade 12
"Wonder" is a heartwarming and emotionally engaging film that touches on the universal themes of acceptance, understanding, and friendship. The story centers around Auggie, a young boy with a facial deformity, who faces the daunting challenge of…
Teen Reviews - Books
Pick by C.U. grade 8
One book I read was a historical fiction loosely based on true events. The title of the novel is War Lord by Bernard Cornwell. This book is the last in Cornwell’s The Last Kingdom series, but also my favorite. This is a great story about medieval…
Teen Reviews - Music
Pick by T.V. grade 12
This review is of the sixth studio album of Imagine Dragons, Mercury - Acts 1 & 2. This album is a double album consisting of 32 tracks, with Act 1 being released one year prior to the second. The album opens up with the top hit, “Enemy”,…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by L.K. grade 12
The Movie "The Way Back" is a fantastic movie that has the main character Jack Cunnigham (Ben Affleck) turn around his life by coaching his former High School's basketball team. When he was in high school, he could have gone to a high profile…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by S.M. grade 11
Spirited Away is the first and only hand-drawn film not originally in English to win the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, which was very well deserved. The film is highly regarded as Hayao Miyazaki’s best film, and the best from Studio…
Teen Reviews - Music
Pick by T.V. grade 12
This review is of the debut album of Calum Scott, Only Human. This album consists of 11 tracks with 8 deluxe tracks. The album opens up with the song “If Our Love Is Wrong”, presenting very vulnerable and personal lyrics. The tone then shifts to be…
Teen Reviews - Books
Pick by C.S. grade 12
The book Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover is a 10/10 recommended book. It jumps back and forth from years ago to the present day and really acknowledges the fact that so much can change within the span of 6 years. Each chapter focuses on the past and the…
Teen Reviews - Books
Pick by D.P. grade 11
In the collection of short stories Warriors: Legends of the Clans by Erin Hunter, the short story Spottedleaf’s Heart has garnered a lot of attention from fans of the Warriors series. The story touches on the complicated concept of grooming in a…
Teen Reviews - Music
Pick by C.S. grade 12
My Tears Ricochet by Taylor Swift focuses on how someone you love deeply can actually be your worst destroyer. She mentions how toxic relationships are easily disguised because of words said by the person you love. I think in the song she talks…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by J.B. grade 12
Avengers Endgame is a 2019 superhero film that is a direct sequel to 2018's Avengers: Infinity War. This movie follows the aftermath of what happened in infinity war where Thanos completed his mission in wiping out half of all life in the universe…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by M.F. grade 12
Ready Player One - In a dystopian society - where technology reigns - people all have one goal in mind. Wade Watts, the main protagonist, has the same goal in mind as everyone else. This is to gather all of the keys and complete the game by finding…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by A.F. grade 12
Murder Mystery (movie)- Now who does not love Adam Sandler movies, all of his movies are hits. He is hilarious and witty and all together a fantastic actor. Nick and Audrey Spitz are going on a lovely honeymoon to Europe when they meet this…
Teen Reviews - Books
Pick by N.B. grade 6
Goosebumps Slappy World: Night of the Squawker. This book is one of the Slappy World series, it is book number 18. Again, as in all of R.L. Stine’s books, he has delivered a chilling story. In true Goosebumps fashion, R.L. Stine introduces the…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by L.K. grade 12
The movie "Thank you for smoking" is centered around Nick Naylor, the chief spokesperson for a powerful Tobacco Lobbyist. This film includes several favorites including Aaron Eckhart, Rob Lowe, Katie Holmes, Robert Duvall, and J.K Simmons. The movie…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by S.M. grade 11
Hereditary is a R-rated horror film that targets where many people feel the most safe-- with family. The film was directed by master of disturbing horror, Ari Aster, and produced by A24. The atmosphere of the film in of itself creates unease, and…
Teen Reviews - Books
Pick by K.O. grade 7
The book, “Code Orange” by Caroline B. Cooney is a thrilling story from start to finish. The book takes place in New York City, where the main character, Mitty, was born and raised. Cooney does a great job with the character development of Mitty,…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by N.D. grade 11
Movie: Avatar the way of water. The sequel to the original Avatar by James Cameron follows the family of our original protagonists, Jake and Neytiri, over the course of a dramatic few months. The movie can be an acquired taste at times, due to it’s…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by A.F. grade 12
Step Brothers (movie)- Step Brothers has been one of my all time favorite movies, as it is interesting and will keep you laughing. Anytime I have felt down this is my go-to movie to make myself smile again. Also, Will Pharrel is hilarious and always…
Teen Reviews - Books
Pick by D.P. grade 11
Warriors Super Edition: Crookedstar’s Promise touches on the topics of manipulation, disability, parental neglect and morals. A seemingly unsuspecting novel about cats actually serves to educate teens and young adults about very difficult issues,…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by S.M. grade 11
The House is not only a emotional and horrifying story, but a beautful example of the many unique advantages of animation. Animation is an extremely underutilized resource in the realm or horror, and The House shows the kind of film we are missing…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by K.F. grade 12
"The Greatest Showman" is a spectacular musical that tells the story of P.T. Barnum, the famous American showman who created the Barnum & Bailey Circus. The movie delivers a powerful message of inclusion and acceptance through its dazzling…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by M.C. grade 8
I checked out the movie “Signs” a few months ago and it has become one of my favorite movies. It is great for people who are easily scared by horror movies because it focuses more on the atmosphere, storytelling, and character building rather than…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by A.T. grade 12
The movie Benchwarmers is a comical movie that also teaches many valuable life lessons. The movie starts with three older men who are all friends that see a kid getting bullied. They go to defend the kid and tell the ones who are bullying him to…
Teen Reviews - Music
Pick by T.V. grade 12
This review is of the debut album of Madison Beer, Life Support. This album consists of 17 tracks with varying themes and tones. The album opens up with “The Beginning” a track consisting of beautiful vocalizations, showcasing Beer’s vocal ability.…
Teen Reviews - Movies
Pick by S.M. grade 11
All Quiet on the Westward Front (1979) is an adaptation of the book by the same name, is a harrowing and honest story of a German solider in World War I. The film shows the violence and pointlessness of war with only an honest portrayl, proving that…