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The award-winning voice of North Cobb High School in Kennesaw, Georgia.

The Chant
The award-winning voice of North Cobb High School in Kennesaw, Georgia.

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A conversation on dystopian literature-to-film
Addie HIll and Valentina Gonzalez
November 27, 2023
Addie Hill
Numerous Oscar-winning dystopian movies from earlier decades became known for their intricate storylines and captivating scores. Unfortunately, this genre of film dwindled significantly in past years due to the rise in popularity of other genres such as romance, horror and young adult fantasy. Older dystopian book-to-film adaptations continue to receive affection from fans. In particular, three different series: “The Maze Runner,” “The Hunger Games” and “Divergent” hooked younger audiences in the 2010s and influenced movie tastes for Generation Z today.

 
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During the holiday season, festive lights shine and bring joy to Christmas celebrators all around the globe. In the Renaissance era, holiday enthusiasts thought of different ways to light up the holiday, from candlelights to current light-emitting diodes (LED). Holiday lights evolved over time, from simple flickers to vibrant, colorful displays that now act as an immensely loved tradition.
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About the Contributors
Addie Hill
Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
Advancing into her second year on The Chant, Addie Hill’s love for writing has only grown. Now serving as the Page Lead and Media Team Liaison, Hill hopes to expand her abilities as a writer, communicator and editor, all while still striving to reach her main goal for this year: worshiping Jesus. As co-leader of NC’s Collective Hope Bible Study Club and attendee of Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Hill aims to spread God’s love through writing. Outside of reporting, Hill loves to dance, listen to indie-folk music, read, crochet, spend time with her family and friends, and attend church.  She cannot wait to finish her final chapter at NC by reporting for the school’s publication, and she strives to write for a newspaper in college and beyond! Find her on Instagram @addielhill.  
Valentina Gonzalez
Valentina Gonzalez, Page Editor
Valentina Gonzalez joined The Chant her freshman year of high school after taking Journalism 101 to enhance her writing skills. Now a senior, Gonzalez wishes to major in English to pursue a career in writing and film production using the skills she acquired during her time as a member of The Chant. Outside of the pub office, Gonzalez enjoys reading classic literature and watching old movies, and appreciates the standards of old novels and films. Gonzalez will end her final year on staff as a reporter and a Page Editor, and can not wait to continue putting out her artistic perspective into the world.  Find her on Instagram: @valentina.s.gonzalez.