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James May (left), Richard Hammond (center) and Jeremy Clarkson (right) look on to the sunset as Zimbabwe's wildlife surround them in promotional content for the final episode of "The Grand Tour."

“The Grand Tour” drives home a storied television career

By Isar Uslu, News Editor November 27, 2024

After 22 years, television legends Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond, also known as “the trio,” finally put an end to their motoring-show careers in a phenomenal finale to “The Grand...

On Oct. 7,  Netflix released a true crime documentary about brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez, infamously known as "The Menendez Brothers."

True crime documentary sheds light on the story of infamous brothers

By Leah Kreisler, Editor in Chief October 31, 2024

Murder. Controversy. Documentary. Two years ago it was Jeffrey Dahmer. Now, the Menendez Brothers have taken TikTok by storm. Widespread attention was drawn to the Menendez case following the release of...

On Oct. 18, 2024, "Smile 2" was released to theaters. The much anticipated film has taken off with thrilling jumpscares and an exciting plot.

“Smile 2”: a terrifying sequel that brings the terror to a whole new level

By Claire Moylan, Copy Editor October 31, 2024

In the summer of 2022, the world was taken by storm by the smash hit horror movie, “Smile”. Between the thrilling plot, cliffhanger ending and spine-chilling real-life promotion, it was hard to miss...

Bill Skarsgard and FKA Twigs star in the disappointing adaptation of "The Crow." Despite their star power, they can't compare to Brandon Lee's heartfelt performance.

Hollywood’s re-adaptation of “The Crow” forgets the tragedy that made the original iconic

By Rebecca Dean, Features Editor October 11, 2024

Two blaring words introduce 1994’s “The Crow”: Brandon Lee. These two words are not the title, yet they hold just as much, if not more significance. They form the foundation of a film both built...

"Dancing with the Stars" banner features the new celebrity cast for season 33. Celebrities include athletes, actors, and reality TV show stars.

Lights, camera, dance: ‘Dancing with the Stars’ season 33 premieres with high-Energy performances and surprising twists

By Ella Carnathan, Promotions and Subscriptions Manager September 25, 2024

Live from Hollywood, “Dancing with the Stars” is back. “Dancing with the Stars” is a reality show featuring celebrities taking on new roles as ballroom dancers. The hit show premiered its 33rd...

This summer is sure to be filled with back to back blockbuster movies such as "Inside Out Two" and "Deadpool: Deadpool and Wolverine." From dazzling animatics to action-filled CGI, these summer movies will be one to remember.

Get your popcorn ready for a sizzling summer

By Olga Engler, Arts Editor June 7, 2024

Warm weather, backyard barbeques, long swims in the pool and last but not least, summer blockbusters. This is the time people can spend time with friends and family in large air-conditioned theaters, taking...

Conan O'Brien makes a fool of himself while on a floating market in Bangkok, Thailand.

Comedy takes a turn for the better with new improv comedy show

By Isar Uslu, News Editor June 5, 2024

After Conan O'Brien retired from late-night television in mid-2021, the comedy TV world went into crisis leaving only a few profoundly unpopular comedians running what was increasingly seen as an obsolete...

¨Anybody but you¨ has swept TikTok and the nation by a storm. This new movie is only rising in popularity starring Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, this movie is a new staple romantic comedy.

Best movies released during the 2023-2024 school year

By Isabel Vorabhanda, Opinions Editor May 20, 2024

Churchill students often spend most of their time at school, after-school activities, or at home. Churchill students binge tv shows or watch comfort movies to unwind and relax. Recently, many new movies...

"Civil War", directed by Alex Garland, was released on April 24, 2024 and has since been the subject of an intense controversy online. Although set in a politically and physically divisive civil war, the movie's commentary is more so on the power of journalism than the current political landscape of the USA.

The Civil War as a riveting exploration of journalism in conflict

By Leah Kreisler, Editor in Chief May 15, 2024

When the world is going up in flames, make sure to grab a camera. That seems to be a recurring theme in Alex Garland’s new movie, “Civil War”, a blockbuster that has received both criticism and acclaim...

Kung Fu Panda 4 was released on March 8 with very mixed reviews. Despite another bringing back the beloved Dragon Warrior, many criticized the lack of the original Furious Five to be one of the major criticisms for the film.

Kung Fu Panda has kicked their way back into the franchise for the fourth time

By Jeremy Chung, Editor in Chief April 16, 2024

Whether it was a childhood TV show, video game or book, there is only so much that brings WCHS students nostalgia from when they were a child. One of these things involves a kung fu fighting panda and...

"Argylle" was one of the most anticipated movies this year according to IDMb. While it has not managed to live up to the hype, that does not make it a bad movie.

“Argylle,” the film the cat or cast just couldn’t save

By Dehab Deglel, Promotions and Subscriptions Manager February 16, 2024

“Argylle” is the peak of dumb action movie fun. A movie about a woman who writes spy novels that turn out to be true? It’s a fascinating and entertaining twist on a usually straightforward action...

"Golda Meir", a movie starring the first and only female Prime MInister of Israel during the Yom Kippur War, premiered on August 25th.

Medzini opens up about his golden past working with Golda Meir

By Olga Engler, Assistant Copy Editor and Photo Manager February 16, 2024

“Golda has a saying,” former Press Secretary of Israel for Golda Meir during the 1973 Yom Kippur War, Moren Medzini, said. “One day, the archives will open, and people will know what happened.” Golda...

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