Dr. Love
Advice for getting noticed
By: Sydney Miller
It’s been brought to my attention that people need advice on how to get noticed. Although I’ve never been in a relationship, I do a lot of observing of high school couples (whether I want to or not). These are just some tips that seem to inspire that special someone to notice you.
We can start off with a classic, SLIDE INTO THEIR DM’S. Even though it’s kind of creepy to some people, it works. I mean, if you don’t have their number or anything, how are you going to get it? Just make sure that the person knows who you are first to make it not so...weird. I would suggest asking them about themselves.
If that doesn’t work (it probably will), then there are other options, as well. As often happens in the movies, DROP YOUR BOOKS. It worked for Stephen and Elena in Vampire Diaries so why wouldn’t it work for you? Now, it might be hard to drop your books because we have bookbags and no class really has books that you carry around anymore, but there's always the option of taking your bookbag and dumping it all over the floor right before they turn the corner. They’ll be obligated to help you because they’re a nice person.
Now if you’re willing to take it up a notch and be romantic, I have the perfect way to get noticed. PULL A TROY BOLTON. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, I suggest to watch High School Musical 3. Anyway, do what he did and throw something at the person’s window until he or she comes out to see you. You will definitely have them talking about you the next day. As a side note, I wouldn’t suggest rocks because you could break their window, and that just makes things awkward.
I understand some people are shy and don’t like starting conversations, so this is one is for you. DRESS DIFFERENTLY. No, I don’t mean wear an ugly sweater. I’m talking about bringing the 80s back, roller skates. Someone is bound to talk about you, and the chances of the certain someone hearing about it, is pretty high. How often do you see anyone zooming in the halls with roller skates on? That’s right, NO ONE.
If this advice helped get you noticed, feel free to ask me for more specific help. I’ll be on the lookout for the answers!
Until next visit,
Dr. Love PHD
-Sydney Miller ('18) is a second-year Vault staff member. [email protected]
Advice for getting noticed
By: Sydney Miller
It’s been brought to my attention that people need advice on how to get noticed. Although I’ve never been in a relationship, I do a lot of observing of high school couples (whether I want to or not). These are just some tips that seem to inspire that special someone to notice you.
We can start off with a classic, SLIDE INTO THEIR DM’S. Even though it’s kind of creepy to some people, it works. I mean, if you don’t have their number or anything, how are you going to get it? Just make sure that the person knows who you are first to make it not so...weird. I would suggest asking them about themselves.
If that doesn’t work (it probably will), then there are other options, as well. As often happens in the movies, DROP YOUR BOOKS. It worked for Stephen and Elena in Vampire Diaries so why wouldn’t it work for you? Now, it might be hard to drop your books because we have bookbags and no class really has books that you carry around anymore, but there's always the option of taking your bookbag and dumping it all over the floor right before they turn the corner. They’ll be obligated to help you because they’re a nice person.
Now if you’re willing to take it up a notch and be romantic, I have the perfect way to get noticed. PULL A TROY BOLTON. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, I suggest to watch High School Musical 3. Anyway, do what he did and throw something at the person’s window until he or she comes out to see you. You will definitely have them talking about you the next day. As a side note, I wouldn’t suggest rocks because you could break their window, and that just makes things awkward.
I understand some people are shy and don’t like starting conversations, so this is one is for you. DRESS DIFFERENTLY. No, I don’t mean wear an ugly sweater. I’m talking about bringing the 80s back, roller skates. Someone is bound to talk about you, and the chances of the certain someone hearing about it, is pretty high. How often do you see anyone zooming in the halls with roller skates on? That’s right, NO ONE.
If this advice helped get you noticed, feel free to ask me for more specific help. I’ll be on the lookout for the answers!
Until next visit,
Dr. Love PHD
-Sydney Miller ('18) is a second-year Vault staff member. [email protected]
Which college is right for you?
By: Caylee Lindsay
A common stressor among most high school students is college: figuring out what to study, finding the perfect college, and keeping the expenses to a minimum. For seniors, especially, this time of the year is extremely crucial (not to mention extremely stressful). For those who find themselves in need of a few tips to lead them down the right path, here is a guide for figuring out which college is right for you.
Although it may be an obvious start, begin by looking up colleges that have a good program in the major you are interested in. Education comes first, so you’re going to want to make sure your selected college will best prepare you for your desired career field.
Next, decide whether out-of-state schools are an option for you. If you need to keep tuition costs to an absolute minimum, in-state schools are the best choice. However, if the major you’re interested in will take you out-of-state, then receiving the best training for your career is worth the distance.
My next piece of advice is to plan as many college visits as you can. This will help you decide if you like the feel of the campus, answer any questions you may have, and inform you of student activities and academics. College tours and information sessions are sure to clear up any confusion you may have, and give you a glimpse as to what life would be like for you at each college.
Once you have narrowed down your college choices, it is time to ask yourself a few key questions. Can you picture yourself there? Try to imagine yourself walking around campus or studying in the library. Do they have the major you are interested in? Which college has the best program for that major? Do you want to be involved in activities and clubs? If so, do they meet your expectations?
Many people will try to influence your decision, but it all comes down to trusting yourself; only you know what college feels like home to you.
-Caylee Lindsay (‘18) is a third-year Vault staff member and Print Editor-In-Chief.
By: Caylee Lindsay
A common stressor among most high school students is college: figuring out what to study, finding the perfect college, and keeping the expenses to a minimum. For seniors, especially, this time of the year is extremely crucial (not to mention extremely stressful). For those who find themselves in need of a few tips to lead them down the right path, here is a guide for figuring out which college is right for you.
Although it may be an obvious start, begin by looking up colleges that have a good program in the major you are interested in. Education comes first, so you’re going to want to make sure your selected college will best prepare you for your desired career field.
Next, decide whether out-of-state schools are an option for you. If you need to keep tuition costs to an absolute minimum, in-state schools are the best choice. However, if the major you’re interested in will take you out-of-state, then receiving the best training for your career is worth the distance.
My next piece of advice is to plan as many college visits as you can. This will help you decide if you like the feel of the campus, answer any questions you may have, and inform you of student activities and academics. College tours and information sessions are sure to clear up any confusion you may have, and give you a glimpse as to what life would be like for you at each college.
Once you have narrowed down your college choices, it is time to ask yourself a few key questions. Can you picture yourself there? Try to imagine yourself walking around campus or studying in the library. Do they have the major you are interested in? Which college has the best program for that major? Do you want to be involved in activities and clubs? If so, do they meet your expectations?
Many people will try to influence your decision, but it all comes down to trusting yourself; only you know what college feels like home to you.
-Caylee Lindsay (‘18) is a third-year Vault staff member and Print Editor-In-Chief.
How to apply to college
By: Katelyn Darby
At the start of your senior year, you have the overwhelming responsibility of applying to college. On top of all of your other responsibilities from school work to extra curriculars, applying to college can seem like a daunting task. Follow these tips to start your applications:
Decide what colleges you are interested in. Once you have an idea of what colleges you like, find out their average test scores and GPA. Make sure you have at least one safety school.
Find out how you are going to apply. If multiple of the schools you are planning on applying to use the Common Application, you should plan on filling it out. Some schools have their own applications, so if this is the case you will need to fill those out.
Make a schedule for your applications. Choose where you want to apply first and set a timeline for yourself to get your applications done within the deadlines. This will help ensure you finish everything on time.
Ask for help reviewing your application and essays. Teachers can be a big help in assisting to make your applications the best that they can be, so make sure you use your resources. Having someone else check your application can also make sure you have no mistakes.
Fill out all sections of the application, even if they are optional. Completing the optional parts of applications will show colleges you really want to go there and are willing to work hard to get there.
Don’t put off your applications! Once you have all the information you need to apply, get started as early as you can. Getting it over with early will help relieve you of the stress so that you can enjoy your senior year.
-Katelyn Darby (‘18) is a third-year Vault staff member and Web Editor-in-Chief. [email protected]
By: Katelyn Darby
At the start of your senior year, you have the overwhelming responsibility of applying to college. On top of all of your other responsibilities from school work to extra curriculars, applying to college can seem like a daunting task. Follow these tips to start your applications:
Decide what colleges you are interested in. Once you have an idea of what colleges you like, find out their average test scores and GPA. Make sure you have at least one safety school.
Find out how you are going to apply. If multiple of the schools you are planning on applying to use the Common Application, you should plan on filling it out. Some schools have their own applications, so if this is the case you will need to fill those out.
Make a schedule for your applications. Choose where you want to apply first and set a timeline for yourself to get your applications done within the deadlines. This will help ensure you finish everything on time.
Ask for help reviewing your application and essays. Teachers can be a big help in assisting to make your applications the best that they can be, so make sure you use your resources. Having someone else check your application can also make sure you have no mistakes.
Fill out all sections of the application, even if they are optional. Completing the optional parts of applications will show colleges you really want to go there and are willing to work hard to get there.
Don’t put off your applications! Once you have all the information you need to apply, get started as early as you can. Getting it over with early will help relieve you of the stress so that you can enjoy your senior year.
-Katelyn Darby (‘18) is a third-year Vault staff member and Web Editor-in-Chief. [email protected]
Homecoming without a date
By: Olivia Carpenter
Don’t get it twisted. Homecoming with a date may be fun; one may be able to slow dance and stare into the eyes of their partner with longing… but really… who actually wants to do that? The date’s hands might be clammy, or they could have bad breath, or they could be too touchy. So. Many. Downsides.
Now, say you don’t have a date. No problem. That’s when you call your girls or your boys and roll up in a limo (or your mom's van). Your squad all matches. Matching bowties, matching heels - or better yet, everyone chooses a color and you’re basically the rainbow! You can even assign names to embody the feel of your squad. We’ve got Regina, Gretchen, Cady, Karen, oh, and the guy who decided to tag along, Aaron. Since you have no man or no woman to get you a corsage or boutonniere, you buy them yourself. That way, you get the perfect flowers (because you get to choose them!)
If your group is all girls, then you can get together before the dance and do makeup. All guys, I suppose you could all get together and do makeup, too. Some guys could use a little polishing up. After getting ready are the pictures. With a giant group of friends - or even just one friend - taking pictures is the best part. You can do the typical poses, or you can do the movie reenactment poses (Titanic, High School Musical, Baywatch, etc.). You could even look up classic supermodel poses and act like you’re in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show (with clothes on, of course).
After pictures, go out to eat. Choose a restaurant that can accommodate all of you. The Cheesecake Factory is a good choice, Olive Garden, or even Bon Vie at Easton Towne Center. The fun part about going with friends is you don’t have to worry about anyone else's bill. You pay for yourself. Get as much cheesecake as you want.
Now, as you and your procession of flawless friends parade down the sidewalk through the brightly lit streets of Easton, make sure you take a picture in front of the fountain, then get in the limo (van), and head to the dance.
The dance isn’t even going to be the highlight of your night… because the afterparty is only a few hours away. Get down with your friends, free from the risk of being judged, and dance with your bff to the slow songs. Somehow it’s easier laughing with your friends as you slow dance together than nervously staring over the shoulder of a date.
When you finally leave the dance, everyone loads into the limo, ready to stay up until the early hours of the morning having fun with their friends.
Now … do you even want a homecoming date? I think not.
-Olivia Carpenter ('18) is a staff writer and the Photo Editor of The Viking Vault.
By: Olivia Carpenter
Don’t get it twisted. Homecoming with a date may be fun; one may be able to slow dance and stare into the eyes of their partner with longing… but really… who actually wants to do that? The date’s hands might be clammy, or they could have bad breath, or they could be too touchy. So. Many. Downsides.
Now, say you don’t have a date. No problem. That’s when you call your girls or your boys and roll up in a limo (or your mom's van). Your squad all matches. Matching bowties, matching heels - or better yet, everyone chooses a color and you’re basically the rainbow! You can even assign names to embody the feel of your squad. We’ve got Regina, Gretchen, Cady, Karen, oh, and the guy who decided to tag along, Aaron. Since you have no man or no woman to get you a corsage or boutonniere, you buy them yourself. That way, you get the perfect flowers (because you get to choose them!)
If your group is all girls, then you can get together before the dance and do makeup. All guys, I suppose you could all get together and do makeup, too. Some guys could use a little polishing up. After getting ready are the pictures. With a giant group of friends - or even just one friend - taking pictures is the best part. You can do the typical poses, or you can do the movie reenactment poses (Titanic, High School Musical, Baywatch, etc.). You could even look up classic supermodel poses and act like you’re in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show (with clothes on, of course).
After pictures, go out to eat. Choose a restaurant that can accommodate all of you. The Cheesecake Factory is a good choice, Olive Garden, or even Bon Vie at Easton Towne Center. The fun part about going with friends is you don’t have to worry about anyone else's bill. You pay for yourself. Get as much cheesecake as you want.
Now, as you and your procession of flawless friends parade down the sidewalk through the brightly lit streets of Easton, make sure you take a picture in front of the fountain, then get in the limo (van), and head to the dance.
The dance isn’t even going to be the highlight of your night… because the afterparty is only a few hours away. Get down with your friends, free from the risk of being judged, and dance with your bff to the slow songs. Somehow it’s easier laughing with your friends as you slow dance together than nervously staring over the shoulder of a date.
When you finally leave the dance, everyone loads into the limo, ready to stay up until the early hours of the morning having fun with their friends.
Now … do you even want a homecoming date? I think not.
-Olivia Carpenter ('18) is a staff writer and the Photo Editor of The Viking Vault.
Which Season Are You?
A Personality Quiz
By Katie Applequist
1. What kind of weather do you prefer?
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
2. Describe your dream bedroom.
Cool and open with lots of windows.
Modern and classy.
Warm and cozy.
A four poster bed with rugs and lots of knick-knacks.
3. What temperature do you prefer your beverages?
Ice cold
Mostly cold
Mostly hot
Hot
4. What’s your favorite subject?
Science
Art
Math
English
5. How do you feel about blankets?
Nothing but bedsheets at night
As long as they’re light
Heavy blankets at night
I’m a blanket burrito 24/7
6. How would you describe yourself?
Happy and bright
Hopeful
Calm
Quiet and thoughtful
7. Favorite vacation destination
The beach
A cute, small town to explore
A city with lots of museums
The mountains
8. What’s your mental age?
Under 18
I’m a grandma
31-60
19-30
9. What’s your favorite animal?
Dog
Bird
Bear
Cat
10. What’s your favorite color?
Something bright
Green
Red/Orange/Yellow
Blue/Purple/Grey
Mostly A’s:
You’re bright and fun like the summer sun. You embody sun-kissed skin and days spent lounging poolside. Bonfires with friends and not having a care in the world is when you thrive. You’re generally stress-free but can be very busy and not have a lot of downtime.
Mostly B’s:
You inspire and create like springtime. You’re artsy, creative and always want to try something new. Like the new plants growing, you are full of life and ready to make the most of every opportunity. You have a wide variety of plans and ambitions.
Mostly C’s:
You’re calm and caring, like fall. You enjoy change and preparation. Like pumpkin spice and plaid, you’re trendy and fun.
Mostly D’s:
You’re warm and inviting like a cup of hot chocolate in the wintertime. Like a blanket of snow you bring out the best in an environment. You’re ready to either do something exciting and elaborate or something relaxed and simple with your friends.
-Katie Applequist (‘18) is a second-year member of the Viking Vault and Entertainment Editor.
A Personality Quiz
By Katie Applequist
1. What kind of weather do you prefer?
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
2. Describe your dream bedroom.
Cool and open with lots of windows.
Modern and classy.
Warm and cozy.
A four poster bed with rugs and lots of knick-knacks.
3. What temperature do you prefer your beverages?
Ice cold
Mostly cold
Mostly hot
Hot
4. What’s your favorite subject?
Science
Art
Math
English
5. How do you feel about blankets?
Nothing but bedsheets at night
As long as they’re light
Heavy blankets at night
I’m a blanket burrito 24/7
6. How would you describe yourself?
Happy and bright
Hopeful
Calm
Quiet and thoughtful
7. Favorite vacation destination
The beach
A cute, small town to explore
A city with lots of museums
The mountains
8. What’s your mental age?
Under 18
I’m a grandma
31-60
19-30
9. What’s your favorite animal?
Dog
Bird
Bear
Cat
10. What’s your favorite color?
Something bright
Green
Red/Orange/Yellow
Blue/Purple/Grey
Mostly A’s:
You’re bright and fun like the summer sun. You embody sun-kissed skin and days spent lounging poolside. Bonfires with friends and not having a care in the world is when you thrive. You’re generally stress-free but can be very busy and not have a lot of downtime.
Mostly B’s:
You inspire and create like springtime. You’re artsy, creative and always want to try something new. Like the new plants growing, you are full of life and ready to make the most of every opportunity. You have a wide variety of plans and ambitions.
Mostly C’s:
You’re calm and caring, like fall. You enjoy change and preparation. Like pumpkin spice and plaid, you’re trendy and fun.
Mostly D’s:
You’re warm and inviting like a cup of hot chocolate in the wintertime. Like a blanket of snow you bring out the best in an environment. You’re ready to either do something exciting and elaborate or something relaxed and simple with your friends.
-Katie Applequist (‘18) is a second-year member of the Viking Vault and Entertainment Editor.
Annoying habits in the student parking lot
By: Olivia Humes
It doesn't take a lot to annoy some people. For patient people, things build over time. There are things that happen in the student parking lot that make everyone annoyed quickly, even if you are patient.
One of the worst things about school is waking up early and hearing that annoying alarm clock beeping. So, it’s even more annoying when you get to school, only to hear the repeated honking of cars and trucks in the parking lot. It’s basically like hearing another alarm clock, and that is just downright annoying. Therefore, don’t honk your horns back-and-forth with your friends, because it’s annoying people more than it’s funny.
Another annoyance that occurs is when people are attempting to park and there’s a group of people standing in the middle of the road or in your parking space. Junior Caroline Liggett says, “It literally makes me so mad when I’m trying to get to my space, and there’re people in the way, and they don’t even realize what they’re doing is annoying!” So, seriously, talk on the sidewalk or in the school, because all you’re doing is causing a traffic jam.
Something else that is not only annoying, but dangerous, is when people speed through the parking lot or do peel-outs because they think it’s cool. Not only could you hit pedestrians, but it’s super annoying when you are the pedestrian that almost gets hit. Junior Rachel Allen explains that, “I’m already a clumsy person, so when a car speeds right past me when I’m walking into the school, I almost fall over, which is actually really annoying.”
For the sake of people’s patience and keeping them safe, STOP doing these things in the student parking lot.
-Olivia Humes ('19) is a second-year Vault staff member and Jr. Web Editor. [email protected]
By: Olivia Humes
It doesn't take a lot to annoy some people. For patient people, things build over time. There are things that happen in the student parking lot that make everyone annoyed quickly, even if you are patient.
One of the worst things about school is waking up early and hearing that annoying alarm clock beeping. So, it’s even more annoying when you get to school, only to hear the repeated honking of cars and trucks in the parking lot. It’s basically like hearing another alarm clock, and that is just downright annoying. Therefore, don’t honk your horns back-and-forth with your friends, because it’s annoying people more than it’s funny.
Another annoyance that occurs is when people are attempting to park and there’s a group of people standing in the middle of the road or in your parking space. Junior Caroline Liggett says, “It literally makes me so mad when I’m trying to get to my space, and there’re people in the way, and they don’t even realize what they’re doing is annoying!” So, seriously, talk on the sidewalk or in the school, because all you’re doing is causing a traffic jam.
Something else that is not only annoying, but dangerous, is when people speed through the parking lot or do peel-outs because they think it’s cool. Not only could you hit pedestrians, but it’s super annoying when you are the pedestrian that almost gets hit. Junior Rachel Allen explains that, “I’m already a clumsy person, so when a car speeds right past me when I’m walking into the school, I almost fall over, which is actually really annoying.”
For the sake of people’s patience and keeping them safe, STOP doing these things in the student parking lot.
-Olivia Humes ('19) is a second-year Vault staff member and Jr. Web Editor. [email protected]
Fall Fun for Everyone
By: Dayna Martin
As the leaves begin to change colors and the breeze becomes cooler, many wonder what there is to do without the warmth and sunshine of summer. Well, there are actually plenty of activities to do in the fall, ranging from lounging around your home or going to an amusement park for special events for the season.
On every Friday night during the fall you can always catch a high school football game at your local school. Go out (make sure to dress warm), support, and cheer on your local football teams. Megan Trainer (’18) says, “I am so excited to go to all the football games to cheer on the team and go to all of the haunted houses.” Afterwards you could always curl up in your bed with a mug of apple cider and turn on a spooky Halloween movie. Or you and a group of friends could go to a haunted house or forest. There are plenty of haunted attractions close to this area and there are others which include a little of a drive, but the scare is worth it.
With Fall right around the corner, there are many seasonal activities located right under your nose, such as going to a pumpkin patch and afterwards carving the pumpkins. With the area that we live in there are many pumpkin patches located throughout and if you are struggling to find one you could always search online for the one closest to you. After you have spent your time wandering around the pumpkin patch and taking cute fall pictures of your friends, then you can take your pumpkins home and have a jack-o-lantern carving party.
Finally, you always have your classic fall activity options, such as going to the corn maze and getting lost among the corn, or picking apples at your local orchard, then going home to make an amazing apple pie. Sarah Phillips (’20) says, “I love going apple picking with my family and enjoying the tasty apples afterwards.” Fall is also the perfect picture taking time, so get out and take pictures with the stunning scenery.
Get out and enjoy these activities before the chilly breeze becomes too cold, and all you want to do is curl up in a blanket with a mug of hot cocoa, and watch Christmas movies.
-Dayna Martin (‘18) is a second-year Vault staff member and Features Editor. [email protected]
By: Dayna Martin
As the leaves begin to change colors and the breeze becomes cooler, many wonder what there is to do without the warmth and sunshine of summer. Well, there are actually plenty of activities to do in the fall, ranging from lounging around your home or going to an amusement park for special events for the season.
On every Friday night during the fall you can always catch a high school football game at your local school. Go out (make sure to dress warm), support, and cheer on your local football teams. Megan Trainer (’18) says, “I am so excited to go to all the football games to cheer on the team and go to all of the haunted houses.” Afterwards you could always curl up in your bed with a mug of apple cider and turn on a spooky Halloween movie. Or you and a group of friends could go to a haunted house or forest. There are plenty of haunted attractions close to this area and there are others which include a little of a drive, but the scare is worth it.
With Fall right around the corner, there are many seasonal activities located right under your nose, such as going to a pumpkin patch and afterwards carving the pumpkins. With the area that we live in there are many pumpkin patches located throughout and if you are struggling to find one you could always search online for the one closest to you. After you have spent your time wandering around the pumpkin patch and taking cute fall pictures of your friends, then you can take your pumpkins home and have a jack-o-lantern carving party.
Finally, you always have your classic fall activity options, such as going to the corn maze and getting lost among the corn, or picking apples at your local orchard, then going home to make an amazing apple pie. Sarah Phillips (’20) says, “I love going apple picking with my family and enjoying the tasty apples afterwards.” Fall is also the perfect picture taking time, so get out and take pictures with the stunning scenery.
Get out and enjoy these activities before the chilly breeze becomes too cold, and all you want to do is curl up in a blanket with a mug of hot cocoa, and watch Christmas movies.
-Dayna Martin (‘18) is a second-year Vault staff member and Features Editor. [email protected]
Disney’s Enchanted is worth the watch!
By: Jason Turner
First, let’s clear up one thing. Although I am a huge Disney fan, I have not seen every movie, nor do I think Disney is perfect.
That said, let's look at the most blatant self-parody that they have done. Not Frozen, not Tangled ... but Enchanted. This movie is one part Snow White, one part the live-action Smurfs, and one part Cinderella.
Our hero is Giselle, a classic Disney princess who is a perfect stock character for this movie. In fact, she reminds me of Fiona, from the Shrek movies in that regard. And the best thing about this is once you are in New York, it's nothing but Disney inside jokes, but I'm getting ahead of myself.
Our plot is this: Giselle is sent from her plane of reality to that of our own by an evil queen. Why, you might ask, does the queen Narissa, do this? Is it because she doesn't want to lose her throne? You see, Giselle is the true love of the queen’s son, Edward.
By that, I mean Giselle is who the prince is in love with at first sight, even though they had never met before. Yeah, remember when I said that Disney isn't perfect? This is not part of why, but lots of people get mad at Disney, saying that it's misleading kids about love and other such nonsense. This love-at-first-sight thing is an impossibly an old trope going back to Greek mythology; moreover, the newer Disney movies like Tangled and Frozen have been making fun of the trope, so that has to mean something.
Now, then. On the day that Giselle is to marry her true love, whose name is Edward, the queen shows up and sends her to New York City, where she meets two locals: a little girl and her father. So it's a race between the prince and his mother to find Giselle. More of the story happens then that I shouldn't give away. However, I will say that this movie is smart about how it handles its characters. For example, shortly after cleaning up her apartment, Giselle and her dad are talking in the apartment, and as her dad’s girlfriend walks by she thinks he is with another girl and gets ticked off at what she thinks is her boyfriend with another girl. So she breaks up with him. Another well done part includes Giselle asking Edward out on a date.
Lots of fun! A shout out to the Disney library of films and the fact that the dad thinks that Giselle is nuts for most of the film. Make no mistake: this movie has things that don't work, but, most importantly, it is not only a clever satire, but it's also a classic-style romantic comedy. Now I get the joke: dropping a Disney Princess archetype into an old romantic comedy … that's funny. It is done well. But I have two problems with this. One, Edward has nothing to do for the better part of the second act. Two, and more importantly, I've never seen a movie that mixes live action and animation like this one, and it doesn't work because we're in New York with Giselle and her new businessman boyfriend. But there is a whole other world of animation that we hardly get to explore and that’s odd, but that's just me.
Overall, this is a great movie with many funny jokes about Disney, and it's not a bad romantic comedy if you like that kind of thing.
Next time ... something that will steal your voice away!
Jason Turner (‘18) is a staff writer/movie reviewer for The Viking Vault.
By: Jason Turner
First, let’s clear up one thing. Although I am a huge Disney fan, I have not seen every movie, nor do I think Disney is perfect.
That said, let's look at the most blatant self-parody that they have done. Not Frozen, not Tangled ... but Enchanted. This movie is one part Snow White, one part the live-action Smurfs, and one part Cinderella.
Our hero is Giselle, a classic Disney princess who is a perfect stock character for this movie. In fact, she reminds me of Fiona, from the Shrek movies in that regard. And the best thing about this is once you are in New York, it's nothing but Disney inside jokes, but I'm getting ahead of myself.
Our plot is this: Giselle is sent from her plane of reality to that of our own by an evil queen. Why, you might ask, does the queen Narissa, do this? Is it because she doesn't want to lose her throne? You see, Giselle is the true love of the queen’s son, Edward.
By that, I mean Giselle is who the prince is in love with at first sight, even though they had never met before. Yeah, remember when I said that Disney isn't perfect? This is not part of why, but lots of people get mad at Disney, saying that it's misleading kids about love and other such nonsense. This love-at-first-sight thing is an impossibly an old trope going back to Greek mythology; moreover, the newer Disney movies like Tangled and Frozen have been making fun of the trope, so that has to mean something.
Now, then. On the day that Giselle is to marry her true love, whose name is Edward, the queen shows up and sends her to New York City, where she meets two locals: a little girl and her father. So it's a race between the prince and his mother to find Giselle. More of the story happens then that I shouldn't give away. However, I will say that this movie is smart about how it handles its characters. For example, shortly after cleaning up her apartment, Giselle and her dad are talking in the apartment, and as her dad’s girlfriend walks by she thinks he is with another girl and gets ticked off at what she thinks is her boyfriend with another girl. So she breaks up with him. Another well done part includes Giselle asking Edward out on a date.
Lots of fun! A shout out to the Disney library of films and the fact that the dad thinks that Giselle is nuts for most of the film. Make no mistake: this movie has things that don't work, but, most importantly, it is not only a clever satire, but it's also a classic-style romantic comedy. Now I get the joke: dropping a Disney Princess archetype into an old romantic comedy … that's funny. It is done well. But I have two problems with this. One, Edward has nothing to do for the better part of the second act. Two, and more importantly, I've never seen a movie that mixes live action and animation like this one, and it doesn't work because we're in New York with Giselle and her new businessman boyfriend. But there is a whole other world of animation that we hardly get to explore and that’s odd, but that's just me.
Overall, this is a great movie with many funny jokes about Disney, and it's not a bad romantic comedy if you like that kind of thing.
Next time ... something that will steal your voice away!
Jason Turner (‘18) is a staff writer/movie reviewer for The Viking Vault.