Movie Reviews, Opinion, Raffles Reviews

“Familiar Touch”: A Heartfelt Coming-of-(Old)-Age Tale
Reading Time: 3 minutes

By Jane Ng (25S03D)

This review was written as part of the 35th Singapore International Film Festival’s (SGIFF) Cinephile Pass programme.

During the post-screening Q&A session, director Sarah Friedland was asked, “Is there a particular reason you decided on the title “Familiar Touch”? To me, it seemed extremely unfamiliar.”

Curiously enough, the person asking this question had a point. Friedland’s debut brings us along with Ruth, an octogenarian who adjusts to a new chapter of her life in Bella Vista, an assisted living facility for the elderly. She moves from her homey, bookshelf-laden Brooklyn house to Level 3 of Bella Vista dubbed “Memory Lane”, very much befitting the ailment that afflicts Ruth and her floormates: dementia.

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Features, Food Reviews, Go Where?, Opinion, Raffles Reviews, Special Editions

7 Meals Under 7: What to Eat for Cheap at Star Vista
Reading Time: 6 minutes

By Choo Zi Xuan (25S03E), Isaac Tay (25S06L), Sophie Chong (25A01A)

In an era of skyrocketing prices and GST hikes, becoming a victim of inflation feels inevitable. Eating within the constraints of a limited allowance, therefore, becomes increasingly difficult. To avoid sacrificing your social life and insatiable appetite for outrageous prices, we sought to find 7 affordable meals and dining spots for under $7. Star Vista is located at Buona Vista – a few MRT stops away from Marymount, making it a popular hang-out spot after school and a good alternative from the usual Junction 8. After scouring through endless menus and deals, we settled on the food options below:

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CCA Previews, CCA Previews 2025, Commentary, Please Mind the Platform Gap

CCA Previews ‘25: Raffles Chorale
Reading Time: 3 minutes

By Isaac Chan (25A01B), Chairperson

“There is no such beauty as where you belong.”

This line, a lyric from our signature song The Road Home by Stephen Paulus, guides Raffles Chorale. As a Performing Arts CCA, we chase beauty in our work, applying techniques and picking at the subtlest of details to deliver the tapestries of sound we aspire toward. But beauty comes most of all from the community that we build.

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Commentary, Op-Eds, Opinion

Decoding the Digital World: A Beginner’s Guide to Programming
Reading Time: 5 minutes

By Tay Yu Ning (25S07A) and Isaac Tay (25S06L)

In an era where technology shapes nearly every aspect of our lives, coding has become more than just a technical skill—it’s a gateway to endless possibilities. Yet, for many beginners, the world of programming can seem as cryptic as ancient hieroglyphics. Whether you’re eyeing computer science as a potential major or simply want to automate your daily tasks, understanding where to begin can make the difference between frustration and success.

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