Iron Man 3 Film Review

Iron Man 3 Film Review

Adam Jackson, Staff Writer
May 15, 2013
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It’s pretty well known that almost every young boy wants to be just like their favorite superhero. As a child, one of my favorite heroes was Iron Man. The fact that he didn't have any real super powers other than his brain always amazed me. So when I learned “Iron Man 3” was coming out, I knew... Read more »

The Neighborhood Album Review

The Neighborhood Album Review

Emma von der Lieth, Staff Writer
May 1, 2013
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If you’re hungry for a new indie-alternative album to listen to, The Neighbourhood’s “I Love You.” will satisfy your craving. The Neighbourhood formed in 2011 and released their first full length album, “I Love You.,” on April 23. The southern California-based band consists of lead vocalist... Read more »

‘James’ is a giant success

‘James’ is a giant success

Pierce Woodward, Staff Writer
April 29, 2013
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Cal High drama’s recent performances of “James and the Giant Peach” really brought out the child in every audience member. The theater was packed for nearly all four performances April 17-20, and rightly so.  This play was not one to be missed. “James and the Giant Peach,” is the classic... Read more »

Building the giant peach

Building the giant peach

Luke Finkel, Managing Editor
April 29, 2013
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When Drama teacher and play director, Laura Woods, told me that we would be doing “James and the Giant Peach” for this years spring production, I instantly realized how tough it would be to build a peach hat would live up to “Giant” name. I would begin plans for what would finally be a peach... Read more »

Blown into ‘Oblivion’

Blown into ‘Oblivion’

Marlena Granieri, Staff Film Critic
April 29, 2013
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Of  all the films to have opened this spring, “Oblivion” stuck out the most when it comes to spring fever because it really gets viewers on the edge and waiting for more. Many science fiction movies, such as “Oblivion,” can easily go south with just one wrong line.  But director Joseph Kosonski... Read more »

‘Star Trek’ makes it to the mainstream

‘Star Trek’ makes it to the mainstream

Sam Canter, Staff Writer
April 29, 2013
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With “Star Trek (2009)” and the upcoming release of the heavily hyped “Star Trek Into Darkness” on May 17, director J.J. Abrams is making a serious effort to bring the classic series back into the mainstream. But the deep lore and expansive universe of “Star Trek” can seem intimidating... Read more »

A quick guide to the top Netflix picks

Arman Tafazoli, Staff Writer
April 29, 2013
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Nowadays, whenever anyone hears about a good TV show or movie, the first question that they will ask is, “Is it on Netflix?” Since its launch in 2007, Netflix Internet streaming has arguably become the single most popular form of streaming television and movies online. Netflix is constantly... Read more »

New Fall Out Boy album falls short

New Fall Out Boy album falls short

Olivia Percivalle, Staff Writer
April 29, 2013
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This year, many bands and artists that seemed to have disappeared from the music industry are now stepping out of the shadows and making a comeback. One of these bands includes Fall Out Boy, an American pop punk band that emerged 12 years ago. Fall Out Boy returned on April 16 when they released... Read more »

Paramore Album Review

Paramore Album Review

Sabine Hrkalovich, Staff Writer
April 19, 2013
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After a four year break, punk rock powerhouse Paramore is making their much anticipated return with the release of their fourth album, “Paramore.” Punk fanatics will surely be ecstatic over the new album that displays the fresh new faces of the band. Paramore burst onto the scene as a young... Read more »

Imagine Dragons Concert Review

Imagine Dragons Concert Review

Emma von der Lieth, A&E Editor
March 21, 2013
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As I walked into The Warfield in San Francisco on March 16, I knew that I was in for an amazing night. The venue was packed with fans waiting to see alternative rock bands Nico Vega, Atlas Genius and Imagine Dragons on their sold-out Night Visions Tour. First, Nico Vega took the stage. The band consists... Read more »