Maze Runner: The Death Cure thrills viewers
By Cherri Tung, Staff Writer
April 5, 2018
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For those students who have watched the “Maze Runner” movies, the last installment is finally here. For those who haven’t? This is a good a place as any to jump on board. “Maze Runner” is a science-fiction action adventure film series based on the “Maze Runner” novels by ...
Maze Runner delivers action packed plot
By Cherri Tung, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
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For those students who have watched the “Maze Runner” movies, the last installment is finally here. For those who haven’t? This is a good a place as any to jump on board. “Maze Runner” is a science-fiction action adventure film series based on the “Maze Runner” novels by ...
Paddington Two delivers sweet storyline
By Caitlyn Jennings, Staff Writer
March 21, 2018
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As second semester draws to a close, most CHS students find that they are more stressed out than usual, having to deal with preparations for next year while maintaining their usual grades and extracurriculars. Relaxing in a reclining movie theater chair is an often-overlooked method of st...
Academy Awards presents unique twists
By Ethan C. Miller, Staff Writer
March 9, 2018
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And the winner of best picture goes to… The 90th Academy Awards took place Sunday Mar. 4. While the near-four hour event could be viewed as just another awards show, it was really much more. Jimmy Kimmel, who is best known as the host of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, hosted the event....
Black Panther sets a new standard for superhero genre
By Jake Herman, News Editor
February 27, 2018
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With stellar acting, a thoughtful script and excellent visuals, “Black Panther” puts a unique spin on a superhero movie and is executed to near-perfection. Directed and written by Ryan Coogler, Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” is one of the best installments of the Marvel Cine...
“Lady Bird” is a coming-of-age story for all
By Nora Holland, Arts Editor
February 7, 2018
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“‘Lady Bird’? Is that your given name? Why is it in quotes?” “I gave it to myself. It's given to me by me.” Lady Bird is a new coming-of-age film about the life of high school senior Christine “Lady Bird” McPherson. The movie focuses on family relationships – mainly the chaot...
“Coco” proves best Disney-Pixar film so far
By Sofia Williamson, Online Editor-in-Chief
January 9, 2018
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Given the plethora of amazing cartoonists, songwriters, and cast writers that Disney and Pixar have had together in the past, it’s hard to walk out of any of their movies without questioning if it was the best animated movie you’ve ever seen. Not only is “Coco” it the best animated movie Disney-Pixar...
“Big Mouth” puts big emphasis on real life situations
By Nora Holland, Arts Editor
January 9, 2018
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Being a teenager and growing up is a difficult process. But the key is to laugh at life and all the awkward experiences it entails. “Big Mouth” is an animated comedy that came to Netflix Sept. 29. This hilarious cartoon series focuses on the hardships of puberty and being a teenager. Even with...
Star Wars continues be be success
By Ethan C. Miller, Staff Writer
December 19, 2017
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Warning! Spoilers Ahead! The second installment of the Star Wars sequel trilogy, “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” is packed with action, excitement and a fresh plot not seen before in a Star Wars movie. Episode VIII achieves greatness, despite several flaws. Directed and written by Rian Johnson, the fi...
Netflix gradually increases monthly cost
By Kyle Emery, Staff Writer
December 10, 2017
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With profits reaching 1.48 billion within the first quarter of this year, Netflix has clearly become the fastest and easiest way to watch an extensive variety of shows and movies. However, customers are going to have to adjust to some new changes. During the month of December, Netflix has announced an increa...
“Thor: Ragnorok” brings smashing sequel
By Ben Dross, Staff Writer
November 21, 2017
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If you are looking for a movie that’s quite literally out of this world, “Thor: Ragnarok” is the movie for you. “Thor: Ragnarok”, the third instalment in the Thor Trilogy, follows Thor through his imprisonment on a different planet, where he’s pitted against fellow avneger and friend the...
“Star Wars” fans hope for out of this world production
By Ethan C. Miller, Staff Writer
November 21, 2017
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Unfortunately for “Star Wars” fans, it will take “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” a little bit longer than 12 parsecs to debut in theaters. While the newest addition to the “Star Wars” franchise is not coming to the big screen as fast as the Millennium Falcon, it will be here in another month. The...