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The Lakewood Times

The student news organization for Lakewood High School

The Lakewood Times

The student news organization for Lakewood High School

The Lakewood Times

ROCCO'S REVIEWS

"A Minecraft Movie"

“A Minecraft Movie”: A Flawed Lover Letter to Minecraft Fans

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor April 7, 2025

Sonic the Hedgehog, Five Nights at Freddy’s, and many other video games have been adapted into movies, and joining this club is “A Minecraft Movie.” Based on the 2009 video game Minecraft, “A...

"The Alto Knights"

“The Alto Knights”: A Stylish Blend of Mafia History and Cinematic Mastery

Rocco Awad, Editor A&E April 2, 2025

Some of the most well-loved genres of film are mobster movies and crime thrillers. “Goodfellas,” “The Godfather,” and so many more have made the genre a staple of the film industry. One of the...

"Snow White"

“Snow White”: A Whimsical Yet Flawed Live-Action Retelling

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor March 27, 2025

Disney has many classic stories and is no stranger to turning these classic animated tales into often mediocre live-action movies. The most recent film added to this collection is the 2025 live-action...

"The Electric State"

“The Electric State:” A Predictable Dystopian Tale of Robots and Family

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor March 20, 2025

Man versus machine is a tale as old as time. Many storytellers have given their spin on this, and now filmmaking duo Anthony and Joseph Russo have presented their take with their 2025 film, “The Electric...

"Novocaine"

“Novocaine”: A Pain-Free Adventure That Balances Action, Humor, and Heart

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor March 17, 2025

Everybody hurts sometimes, or do they? Dan Berk and Robert Olsen’s 2025 film, ”Novocaine,” poses the question of what life is without pain and what gives the good things in life meaning if not...

"Mickey 17"

Mickey 17: Exploring Humanity and Rebirth

Rocco Awad, staff March 12, 2025

What is it like to die? That is the question Bong Joon-Ho’s 2025 film “Mickey 17” asks time and time again. Loosely based on Ashton Edward’s novel Mickey 7, released in 2022, “Mickey 17”...

"The Monkey"

The Monkey: Bringing Humor to Horror

Rocco Awad, Section Editor A&E February 25, 2025

Horror and comedy are two of the most beloved genres in film. Many films have tried to merge the two, but few have done it as well as “The Monkey.” Based on Stephen King's short story of the same...

"Captain America: Brave New World"

The Highs and Lows of Captain America: Brave New World

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor February 18, 2025

Very few genres are as popular as superhero films. They bring together comic book fans, action lovers, comedy lovers, and lovers of all kinds of films in a way that very few other types of films have been...

"One of Them Days"! Sony Pictures 2025 film starring Keke Palmer and SZA

“One of Them Days”

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor February 17, 2025

“Superbad,” “Friday,” “22 Jump Street.” These films are renowned as some of the greatest comedies of all time, and joining their ranks is “One of Them Days.” While “One of Them Days”...

The Poster for "The Mouse Trap"

Monsters, Murderers, and Mickey: Blurring the Lines Between Disney and Horror

Rocco Awad, staff writer January 27, 2025

When thinking about Disney, what comes to mind? Colorful characters, catchy songs, or gruesome horrors? While this may seem absurd, it could be possible for many in the near future. Thanks to many famous...

Nosferatu: A Disturbing Retelling of a Horror Classic

Rocco Awad, staff writer January 7, 2025

While many films are tales of good versus evil, “Nosferatu” is a story of nothing but evil and darkness. The film immerses the viewer in the long gone past of 1838 Germany following a young woman,...

A McRib McDonalds Meal

The McRib: McDonald’s Menu Mystery

Rocco Awad, staff December 12, 2024

The McRib is an iconic yet elusive piece of fast food culture. Since its introduction in 1981, its sporadic availability has caused much discourse. Its tender pork patty and tangy barbeque sauce have left...

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