Percy Jackson and the struggles of adaptation
Ryan Humphrey, Contributing Writer 2010’s “Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief” has become practically synonymous with “bad adaptation.” It takes a loose approach to adapting the first story in Rick Riordan’s beloved series of children’s books, with distorted characters and an all-over-the-place narrative that fails to fully capture the essence of the book. […]
New year! New me?
Dylan Hostetter, Opinions Editor It’s not only the beginning of a new year but also a new semester. Many students are returning bright-eyed and bushy-tailed from their time at home, ready to tackle their new schedules, while others may find themselves dreading the return to campus. For those who do find themselves in a less-than-positive […]
IRL with Arielle: TikTok Shop is the next step in social commercialization
Arielle Andrews, Staff Writer TikTok. The doomed app once designated for cringey dances and vine-reminiscent humor is now set to rival Amazon. Open the app and you will quickly realize that everyone is trying to sell you something. If you have been on the internet at all during the last two months, you have probably […]
For the girls: Spectrum Editor’s list of things to do
Chloe Hawkins, Spectrum Editor It can be hard to find activities in a place you’ve lived in for years. The idea of ordering a pizza and staying in always sounds good, but here are some entertaining things to do in Richmond with your closest group of gals. Mural photoshoot There are many unique and colorful […]
Constance Wu speaks her truth in ‘Making a Scene’
Ishaan Nandwani, Opinions Editor Constance Wu has lived a life that many can only imagine. As an actress, Wu starred in the acclaimed television series “Fresh Off the Boat” and the 2018 film “Crazy Rich Asians,” which launched her to stardom. Both projects were considered turning points for Asian American representation in Hollywood. However, Wu […]