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SMNW

The Student News Site of Shawnee Mission Northwest

SMNW

The Student News Site of Shawnee Mission Northwest

SMNW

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2020 Movie Reviews

Ruth Demeke, Online Editor January 27, 2021

Tenet 4.5/5 stars Christopher Nolan’s “Tenet” tells the story of a man on a mission to save the world. Time, which is something commonly explored in Nolan’s work, is seen as something to...

Wonder Woman 1984 Review

Grace Logan, Writer January 20, 2021

Wonder Woman 1984 was a disappointment compared to Patty Jenkins’ previous Wonder Woman film.  The movie begins with a flashback of young Diana, played by Lilly Aspell, competing in an athletic...

Ratatouille: The TikTok musical Review

Morgan Tate, Writer January 19, 2021

The absolute chaos of 2020 practically shut down live theatre. But in the midst of all this chaos, a new musical was born where no one expected it to come from, TikTok.  Ratatouille: The TikTok...

Holidate Review

Holidate Review

Elizabeth Kuffour, Co-Editor-in-Chief December 19, 2020

“Holidate” is one of Netflix’s newest additions to its extensive holiday movie lineup, released Oct. 28 for the fall and winter holiday season. The film stars Emma Roberts as Sloane, a mid-20s...

Rip off elf on the shelf

Morgan Tate December 15, 2020

I wake up and find toothpaste all over the bathroom, bright blue toothpaste. Smudged all over the sink and mirror. No one broke into our house; it’s just the elves.  Holly and Jingle, our families'...

The Mandalorian Season Two Review

The Mandalorian Season Two Review

Morgan Tate November 25, 2020

Season two of “The Mandalorian” starts off with a very simple premise. Find the Jedi and return the Child to them. This start to season two makes for some fun, dramatic and action-packed moments that...

Chicken Streetside Taco

Sancho Streetside

Grace Logan November 19, 2020

Sancho Streetside began as a small part time catering company that worked within the Shawnee area. Since its beginnings, about two years ago, Sancho Streetside has grown into a popular food truck that...

Sonic The Hedgehog Review

Sonic The Hedgehog Review

Zach Dulny, Critic April 15, 2020

     “Sonic The Hedgehog” is a 2020 Adventure/comedy film that is surprisingly good. After having a large backlash from the first trailers of the movie over the character designs, it was redesigned...

Uncut Gems Review

Uncut Gems Review

Zach Dulny, Critic January 27, 2020

“Uncut Gems” is a 2019 Mystery/Crime film about a jeweler who gambles money that he has borrowed from dangerous people. He gets in trouble and ends up having to engage in high stake bets to try and...

Jumanji: The Next Level Review

Jumanji: The Next Level Review

Zach Dulny, Critic January 27, 2020

“Jumanji: The Next Level” is a 2019 Fantasy/Action movie that has the same charm as its 2017 prequel had. It’s funny, enjoyable and a cheesy good time that is very fun to watch. This is a sequel...

Richard Jewell Review

Richard Jewell Review

Zach Dulny, Critic January 21, 2020

“Richard Jewell” is a 2019 Drama based on the true story of Richard Jewell and his relationship with the 1996 Centennial Olympic Park Bombing. It follows a security guard who found a bomb and was called...

Little Women Review

Little Women Review

Zach Dulny, Critic January 8, 2020

“Little Women” is a 2019Historical period drama that is possibly the best movie of the year. With it’s beautiful acting, enchanting soundtrack, amazing story and emotional watching experience, this...

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