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As far as music goes, there was very little I was looking forward to in 2025. But just when I felt despair for the lack of lyricism I would experience, Of Monsters and Men (OMAM) stepped out of the shadows to offer me a full-length album in the moment I most needed one. This is only the band’s fourth album, yet comes just about six … Continue reading All is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade | Album Review
Title: New From Here Author: Kelly Yang Genre: Realistic Fiction Rating: 5 out of 5 stars! New From Here is based on Kelly Yang’s family’s experience during the COVID 19 pandemic. It reflects her son Tilden’s journey as his family tries to escape the virus by moving to America. The main character, Knox, not only has to leave his home in China, but he also … Continue reading New From Here | Review
Looking for an awesome musical for movie night? Here is my recommendation! EPIC: The Musical is a spectacular choice for movie night! It’s action packed, heart-warming, heart-wrenching, and truly epic. What is EPIC about? EPIC: The Musical is an adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey created with the help of social media platforms. It’s currently available to watch on Youtube. It was composed and directed by … Continue reading EPIC: The Musical | Review
Editor’s Note: This review contains spoilers of Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror. Any opinions expressed in this review are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect those of the City Voice. Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror faces a lot of criticism from most audiences. People find it to be corny, unoriginal, and even boring, but most of these criticisms stem from the fact that … Continue reading Nosferatu (1922) Review
Editor’s Note: Any opinions expressed in City Voice articles are the authors and do not imply that the City Voice takes a stand one way or another. The Grace Year, a novel by Kim Liggett, is the story of a girl growing up in a male-dominated society. Every girl is sent to go live in the forest with every other girl her age once they … Continue reading The Grace Year Book Review
Editor’s Note: There are spoilers for the entire show, which is rated TV-14. Any opinions expressed in City Voice articles are the authors and do not imply that the City Voice takes a stand one way or another. The 2021 animated show Arcane has captivated many audiences around the US and in the international community. It’s been praised for its deep and nuanced characters, riveting … Continue reading Arcane Is A Show On Moral Ambiguity; Some Fans Fail To See That
Ally Carter’s series Gallagher Girls is an incredible set of six books that center around friendship, powerful women, and suspense. It’s the story of a secret all-girls academy that trains the next generation of government spies and assassins. The books follow the main character, Cammie, the chameleon and pavement artist who no one ever sees (a beneficial thing for a spy), her roommate Bex, a … Continue reading Gallagher Girls Book Review
Introduction Joker: Folie à Deux was one of the most anticipated sequels in recent film history, following the groundbreaking success of 2019’s Joker. Directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, the film aimed to expand on the psychological depth and societal critique of its predecessor. However, its October 2024 release sparked widespread disappointment and backlash, with critics and audiences divided over … Continue reading The Downfall and Backlash of Joker: Folie à Deux
Introduction HBO Max’s limited series The Penguin brings viewers deep into the criminal underworld of Gotham City, offering a character-driven exploration of one of Batman’s most iconic foes, Oswald Cobblepot. Starring Colin Farrell, the series serves as a continuation of the events in The Batman (2022), chronicling Cobblepot’s rise to power. Unlike traditional superhero narratives, The Penguin embraces a gritty, noir approach, focusing on ambition, … Continue reading The Penguin Limited TV Show: A Dive into Gotham’s Criminal Underworld
Thumbnail: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050083/mediaviewer/rm2516156672/?ref_=tt_md_11 Movie: 12 Angry Men Director: Sidney Lumet Screenplay: Reginald Rose Starring: Henry Fonda, Lee J. Cobb Rating: Unrated Run Time: 1h 35m A small jury deliberating room in a New York courthouse. 12 jurors, each forced to question their once-perfect reasoning. And one case that draws the line between life and death for a defendant. The 1957 film 12 Angry Men, directed by … Continue reading Timeless Justice: A Review of 12 Angry Men
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