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Actor makes debut in ‘The Adam Project’ BY WYATT ASHLOCK
Arts/Entertainment & Opinions Editor The newest Netflix original introduces the world to a new actor who is taking Hollywood by storm. In the year 2055, the world is falling apart and only one man can save the day. Adam Reed (Ryan Reynolds) must travel back in time to rewrite the timeline before the world ceases to exist. As he heads to 2018, he crash lands in 2022 and he meets someone unexpected: his younger self. Young Adam (Walker Scobell) is still coping with the death of his father, Louis Reed (Mark Ruffalo), while trying to survive middle
school. Louis Reed is a scientist working on something known as the Adam Project, which results in time travel existing in the year 2055. Young Adam and Adam must work together to travel back to the year 2018 to stop the Adam project from ever being invented while dealing with the emotional trauma of seeing their father. Director Shawn Levy does not reinvent the wheel in this movie but clearly had a fun time making it. It is a well done movie but nothing stands out cinematically. The CGI (Computer Generated Imagery) is one of the most impressive parts of the movie. From the weapons to space travel, it all looks realistic enough to sell the film. The best part of this movie is the
acting. Reynolds does a remarkable job at playing a witty pilot while also struggling with significant childhood trauma.
“I rate this film a 4 out of 5 tiger paws.” -Wyatt Ashlock Making his acting debut, Scobell is the standout actor. He does a phenomenal job at playing the younger version of Adam who still has the wit but is trying to
deal with the trauma of losing his father. The undeniable chemistry between Reynolds and Scobell is what sells the idea that they are playing the same character. Jennifer Garner plays Adam’s mom and will make your heart hurt as she struggles with trying to be there for young Adam while not being able to grieve the loss of her husband. The story itself is pretty good if you don’t try to look too hard at the science behind time travel and focus on the emotional aspect of a boy who has lost his father. However, if you focus on the science aspect, it is lackluster in the story. There is nothing to write home about when it comes to the score. It doesn’t take away from the plot, but it never adds to it either.
There was no themed music as it has become status quo for many sci-fi movies such as “Guardians of The Galaxy.” Overall, I enjoyed this Netflix original. Scobell is by far the best part of this movie, and the fact that this is his first film is impressive. I did wish the score was better and the science behind this film’s version of time travel was better written. Otherwise, I had a lot of fun watching this. This heart warming story is great for anyone looking for a fun movie to put on. Reynolds and Scobell made me laugh throughout the entire movie and had some epic fight scenes, earning it a 4 out of 5 tiger paws. “The Adam Project” is available to stream now exclusively on Netflix.
Cajun Snow opens, kicks off summertime Summertime has officially arrived when Cajun Snow opens its snowcone shack. The shack is decked out with a nice awning, picnic tables and above all else, the tastiest snow cones in Arkadelphia. College students anxiously await the opening of the shack in the spring and are sad to see it go in the fall. Cajun Snow has everything from good ole’ classic snow cone flavors to intricate ice cream-filled cones. Adored by the college crowd and
the locals alike, you can typically find the line of customers stretching across the gravel parking lot. Craved by all, Cajun Snow has become more than a snow cone stand. It has become a place where friends gather, meetings are held and memories are made. Located right off the banks of the Caddo River, Cajun Snow creates a casual, welcoming and friendly environment for all who come to it. “I appreciate that it’s super consistent—always in the same place, same quality each time, and super friendly employees. It’s just enjoyable to go there,” Anna Roussel, an
avid Cajun Snow customer, said. “I think it’s just an easy place to spend time with friends. You can share something less than a meal but still hang out and have meaningful conversations together,” Roussel said. The prices are the next most remarkable thing about Cajun Snow. The price is affordable for college students and families looking for a yummy afternoon snack. They offer large portions and all the fixings as well as simple cones, all for low prices. Snowcones range from $2.00 for the smallest size, a SnowBowl, to $6.00 for
their largest size, a Big Easy. The customer makes their snow cone unique to them. Whether you like cream on top, ice cream in the middle, sugar-free flavors or shaved ice in the form of a snow shake, the prices are great and the product is even better. “I love Cajun Snow because the ice is shaved New Orleans style and has an unmatched meltin-your-mouth texture. They are affordable, and their punch-card rewards system is enticing,” Anna Kate Velaquez, another fan of Cajun Snow, said. Velasquez has already punched
in two full punch cards this Cajun Snow season. With those completed punch cards, customers are rewarded with a free snowball size snow cone or an amount taken off the total price. “I especially love getting a stuffed Snowball, which means it has ice cream inside, and you can’t find that at many other places,” Velasquez said. Cajun Snow is an Arkadelphia favorite and a local staple in this small town. It is the best way to take a break from the end-of-theyear stress and cool off during these warm and busy spring days.
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Student Juried Art Show Hammons Art Gallery April 20th - October 8th
David Glaze Music Competition April 28th at 7:30 PM McBeth Recital Hall
Steel Drum Concert May 4th at 8:00 PM Jones Performing Arts Center
Student Directed One Acts May 5th - 6th at 7:30 PM Verser Theatre
Guest Artist Priscilla Navarro - Piano May 6th at 7:30 PM McBeth Recital Hall
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