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Drakes album offers listeners a unique side to him that many have not seen before.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Drake’s ‘Certified Lover Boy’ reels listeners in with wide range of creativity and distinctiveness

September 8, 2021
The Off-Season consisted of 12 songs and is 39 minutes long.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: J. Cole’s ‘The Off-Season’ offers phenomenal lyrics and does not disappoint listeners

May 19, 2021
The Cousins, written by Karen M. McManus, was a boring addition to her already lackluster selection of books.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘The Cousins’ is an underwhelming read which failed to provide readers with a proper plot

May 6, 2021
While the book had a mysterious taste to it, readers have to work to stay intrigued.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘The Things She’s Seen’ requires readers to work to turn the page

May 5, 2021
Dota: Dragons Blood displayed excellent voice actors, such as Yuri Lowenthal and Troy Baker.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: New Netflix animated show “Dota: Dragon’s Blood” brings exciting and enjoyable aspects alongside minimal flaws

March 31, 2021
A shot of the ground taken by Perseverance can be seen.

[PHOTO] SCHS community shares their thoughts and expectations after the Mars landing of the Perseverance Rover

March 9, 2021
Scary Hours 2 consists of three tracks and is 13 minutes long.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Drake’s EP ‘Scary Hours 2’ delivers three exceptional tracks with noteworthy lyrics and features

March 6, 2021
The new season of Disenchantment also further combatted modern issues and showed inclusivity through character development and set-lists.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Season 3 of hit Netflix show “Disenchantment” delivered intriguing storylines, witty humor, diversity, and more

January 20, 2021
“Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition” is sure to satisfy anyone who plays.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: The re-release of “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition” is enjoyable and entertaining in all aspects

January 20, 2021
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[PHOTO] 10 events from 2020 that prove this year wasn’t all bad, according to one reporter

December 31, 2020
Actress Viola Davis plays the Mother of Blues.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Netflix film ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ is a powerful retelling of history

December 19, 2020
Zucker released the 15-track record on Friday, Apr. 17.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Jeremy Zucker’s debut album ‘love is not dying’ is an exciting advancement in his music career

April 20, 2020
“The New Abnormal” is the band’s sixth studio album.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘The New Abnormal’ is a familiar yet mature sound for The Strokes

April 14, 2020
“Tiger King” star Joe Exotic poses with a tiger.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Netflix Original Series ‘Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness’ is a wild journey full of tigers, twisting plot lines and unforgettable people

April 9, 2020
The Oscars awards show has faced countless controversies in the past.

[PHOTO] OPINION: The Academy Awards lack genuine activism

February 17, 2020
The film was released in America on Friday, Jan. 17.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Weathering With You’ is a fresh film in an otherwise American industry

January 21, 2020
The rise of fascism in Europe had a great influence on certain groups in the United States.

[PHOTO] The Roar-ing 1920s: Trends and culture to revive and reject in the 2020s

December 30, 2019
The film features many popular actors to appeal to the 21st century audience.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Little Women’ teaches its audience to understand the true meaning of happiness and love

December 29, 2019
The film was visually appealing.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker’ closes out the saga with a satisfying plot and pleasing visuals

December 22, 2019
Some feel that the “DyKnow” program infringes on student privacy.

[PHOTO] District-wide decision introduces ‘DyKnow,’ a new Chromebook monitoring program

December 18, 2019
The film is mature and stunning in its visuals.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Frozen 2’ grows with its audience, introducing philosophical themes about learning from the past

November 23, 2019
Erivos acting develops the film in an emotional way.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: New film ‘Harriet’ relays history in a captivating and inspiring way

November 3, 2019
Will Smiths CGI clone brings a special feel to his character.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Gemini Man’ offers a blend of action and thriller with stunning visuals

October 14, 2019
The album features a multitude of artists and a range of musical styles.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Head in the Clouds II’ tells a cohesive and moving story through musical variety

October 12, 2019
The app plans to add a multiplayer option to enhance game play.

[PHOTO] Mario Kart Tour takes high school students by storm offering easy, nostalgic game play

October 2, 2019
The film offers cute characters and impressive animation.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Abominable’ makes up for its generic plotline with stunning sights and adorable characters

September 28, 2019
Malones most recent album is more emotional and authentic than his past discography.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Post Malone’s ‘Hollywood’s Bleeding’ gives listeners a chance to see the rapper’s authentic feelings

September 9, 2019
The cover art of Lover reflects the new sound of Swifts album.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Old Taylor CAN come to the phone right now. Why? Because ‘Lover’ is here

August 26, 2019
All actors performances shone equally.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ remake leaves audiences ‘speechless’ with its unique twists

May 26, 2019
The film combines comedy and emotion to evoke many feelings from viewers.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘A Dog’s Journey’ takes audiences on an beautiful and emotional story of man’s best friend

May 20, 2019
The highly-anticipated sequel was released exactly a year from the previous film, Infinity War.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: “Avengers: Endgame” takes viewers on an emotional rollercoaster

April 28, 2019
This is the groups first album of 2019.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: BTS shows fans love with “Map of the Soul: Persona”

April 13, 2019
The single was accompanied by a nostalgia-filled music video.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: The Jonas Brothers are making a “Cool” comeback

April 9, 2019
Zachary Levi stars as the charming and relatable hero.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Shazam!’ brings a comedic and heartwarming twist to classic superhero films

April 7, 2019
The new film is a repetitive letdown.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: While ‘Dumbo’ may be weightless, the 2019 remake leaves audiences waiting for more

March 29, 2019
Logic is now an author and artist, at age 29.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Logic’s ‘Supermarket,’ accompanies his debut novel of the same name, and is worth a listen

March 27, 2019
Larsons depiciton of Danvers provides a positive to the otherwise bland film.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Captain Marvel’ arrives with unsatisfactory results

March 9, 2019
Social Emotional Learning targets aspects of students well-being.

[PHOTO] SEL survey to be postponed due to system failures

March 6, 2019
Grande exposes her true self in ‘thank u, next.’

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Ariana Grande’s new album ‘thank u, next’ is unlike anything seen from her before

February 9, 2019
Banerjees character constantly overpowers Staines.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘The Least of These’ is a major letdown, failing to commemorate the life of Graham Staines

February 2, 2019
The singles cover emulates the creepy vibe of the song.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Billie Eilish’s ‘bury a friend’ is a terrifying tribute to her haters

January 31, 2019
Grande sings about shopping, her new coping mechanism.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Ariana Grande’s new single ‘7 Rings’ makes listeners feel rich, in both money and happiness

January 18, 2019
The film severely failed at combining themes of tenderness with brutal visuals.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle’ lacks the bare necessities to live up to its predecessors

December 10, 2018
The sequel excites and entices Harry Potter fans.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald’ is a magically entertaining sequel

November 20, 2018
Smiths mix-tape falls short of expectations.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Jaden Smith’s ‘The Sunset Tapes: A Cool Tape Story’ is too unusual for most

November 19, 2018
The haziness of the album cover mimics the sound of the tracks.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Conan Gray’s debut album ‘Sunset Season’ conveys the monotony of adolescence

November 17, 2018
Many BTS fans were satisfied with the highly anticipated film.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: South Korean boy band, BTS, satisfies fans with new documentary ‘Burn the Stage: The Movie’

November 16, 2018
The members of the group debut their new EP.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: K-Pop group TWICE delivers an undeniable cheerfulness and youthfulness in their newest EP ‘Yes or Yes’

November 9, 2018
Grande dropped the single last Saturday, leaving fans speechless.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Ariana Grande is grateful for her exes in her new single ‘thank u, next’

November 5, 2018
The film stars Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Bohemian Tragedy: New film chronicling Queen’s rise to fame does not live up to expectations

November 3, 2018
The film was based off a novel of the same name.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘The Hate U Give’ is a powerful, must-watch film

October 24, 2018
The film gives off the perfect feel for Halloween.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween’ brings spookiness to life, but fails to impress audiences

October 18, 2018
The thriller was met with great audience reviews.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Venom’ blows audiences away with its horrifying humor

October 9, 2018
Sivans soul sings in Bloom.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Troye Sivan’s ‘Bloom’ has made its way into the hearts of many teens

September 3, 2018
The Last Sharknado dives into its grave with its poor attempt at comedy.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Sharknado film franchise flops to the finish in its last installment

August 24, 2018
Ariana Grande enters her sweet era while taking a new direction in her music.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Ariana Grande proves that everybody needs a little bit of ‘Sweetener’ in their life with her new album

August 20, 2018
The Crazy Rich Asians movie poster features main characters Rachel and Nick.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is not only a popular, inclusive rom-com, but a step in the right direction for Hollywood

August 18, 2018
Season 2 of the hit show tackles large, controversial issues.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Season 2 of ‘Thirteen Reasons Why’ attempts to reverse the mistakes made in the first season

May 22, 2018
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[PHOTO] REVIEW: Arctic Monkey’s new album “Tranquility Base Hotel and Casino” tells the truth in a variety of styles

May 13, 2018
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[PHOTO] REVIEW: Jeremy Zucker’s new EP, “glisten” portrays his struggles through poetic songs

May 7, 2018
The worlds of Marvel and DC are often debated and fought over.

[PHOTO] OPINION: Marvel’s strong-going decade has pushed the DC Universe out of the spotlight

May 1, 2018
Malone releases his second studio album.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Post Malone’s ‘Beerbongs and Bentleys’ has good beats and braggy lyrics

April 28, 2018
Infinity War brings the appearance of many Marvel characters.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ leaves audiences questioning everything

April 28, 2018
Grande releases an upbeat, carefree anthem.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Ariana Grande’s new single ‘No Tears Left to Cry’ is an uplifting bop

April 21, 2018
The singer shows off her true self in the new album.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Rapper Cardi B shows off her soft side in new album ‘Invasion of Privacy’

April 9, 2018
An old feel is given to the album cover, with a very 80s techno graphic.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Elton John and Bernie Taupin’s music comes back to life with new collaborative album: ‘Revamp’

April 9, 2018
Spielberg comes out with another amazing film.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: “Ready Player One” is a magical yet repetitive film

April 3, 2018
Isle of the Dogs proves to be a disappointment.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: “Isle of the Dogs” fails in its attempts at humor and romance

March 28, 2018
Netflixs Alexa and Katie takes a different view on cancer.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Netflix’s “Alexa and Katie” portrays cancer in a new light

March 28, 2018
Tomb Raider is fast-paced but unfortunately dull.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Though packed with action, “Tomb Raider” is generic and one-dimensional

March 20, 2018
Love, Simon shows a refreshingly new portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters in media.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: “Love, Simon” is funny, sweet and touching

March 17, 2018
The cover of Bobby Tarantino II features an illustration-style photo of the rapper.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Logic’s new release, ‘Bobby Tarantino II’, is a confusing yet quality album

March 13, 2018
Maze Runner: The Death Cure is the third and final installment to The Maze Runner series.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: “Maze Runner: The Death Cure” is a satisfying conclusion to the thriller trilogy

February 2, 2018
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[PHOTO] The Top Ten Most Anticipated Movies of 2018 (according to an SCHS student)

January 25, 2018
Jumanji features four high schoolers sucked into a video game.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: “Jumanji” is a surprisingly enjoyable comedy

December 20, 2017
Ferdinand was released to theaters on Dec. 14.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: “Ferdinad” leaves its audience with a warm message

December 19, 2017
Reputation introduces a new type of electropop music.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: Taylor Swift’s newest album “Reputation” hits to a successful response

November 13, 2017
Just the Beginning consists of 12 original tracks by Grace VanderWaal.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: New album “Just the Beginning” is empowering and thought-provoking

November 4, 2017
Hayley Kiyoko appeals to a large audience, including her LGBT fans.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: “Feelings” by Hayley Kiyoko is upbeat, emotional and too good to miss

October 24, 2017
Flatliners released on Friday.

[PHOTO] “Flatliners” is a movie lacking a pulse

October 1, 2017
Sam Smiths returns with a heartbreaking single.

[PHOTO] REVIEW: “Too Good at Goodbyes” is too good to overlook

September 9, 2017
Wonder Woman is set to play in theaters on June 2.

[PHOTO] “Wonder Woman” to blast the screens on June 2

June 1, 2017
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[PHOTO] Reporter tries out a Unicorn Frappuccino as its sale ends

April 23, 2017
Leonardo DiCaprio has been nominated five times for an Oscar.

[PHOTO] OPINION: Leonardo DiCaprio: A king without a crown

February 26, 2016
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