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Typecasting in Film Restricts Creativity

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In acting, owning a signature “persona” has become the key to success. An actor’s tendency to consistently play one type of character, regardless of the film’s context, is what we refer to as “typecasting.” While it often serves to iconize actors — for example, Al Pacino as the mafia leader and Isabelle Hupert as the

Students fight on Rally Day in October 2019.

Rise in Student Fights Points to Tension in Wake of COVID-19

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For a long time, student fights have been a large aspect of Berkeley High School. Fights have been witnessed on campus and spread through social media to the point where Instagram accounts have been made just for this reason.

Will Staff Shortages Impact Rally Day?

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The words “Rally Day” bring up controversy in the minds of many at Berkeley High School. Marking the end of Spirit Week, Rally Day is meant to be a time for students to gather together and show pride for BHS.

BHS students express themselves through unique clothing styles, many of which are created and influenced through social media.

Social Media Plays Major Role in Teen Fashion and Creation

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Fashion is one of the central ways this generation expresses itself. Trends are constantly changing and evolving, and new styles are invented every day.

The Value of Overarching vs. Episodic Plots in Popular Shows

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These days, we see more and more sequels, remakes, and reboots in the media, rather than stand-alone films. This pattern is also visible in Network Television, in the form of episodic shows or overarching plot lines.

Creativity Apparent In Lil Nas X’s New Album ‘MONTERO’

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The long-awaited release of Lil Nas X’s debut album has finally arrived. Called MONTERO after his birth name, Montero Lamar Hill, this album has a total of fifteen songs and features artists such as Miley Cyrus, Megan Thee Stallion, and Elton John.

Is Separating the Art From the Artist Valid?

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Logan Klatzer, a senior in AC, said, “Seeing someone’s work and separating it from their beliefs is crucial.” He explained, “If we don’t do this then we can’t adapt, evolve, and progress.” He added that there are plenty of controversial comedians, “but I still listen to their comedy and laugh.” Paolo Rivera, a freshman in