“Hunger Games: Mockingjay-Part 1” doesn’t fly into my heart
Nicole DeBlasi, Web Managing Editor
November 26, 2014
I would like to preface this review by saying that I am obsessed with the “Hunger Games” trilogy. However, I disliked “Mockingjay,” the final book. Okay. I’m done with my rant now. “Hunger Games: Mockingjay-Part 1” follows Katniss Everdeen, who now has become the face of the revolution agains...
Siblings fight to death in the hanger games
Jessica Gross, A&E Editor
November 11, 2014
I have never gone downstairs in the morning before school and been stopped dead in my tracks by the sight of one of my younger brothers in my brand-new, never-been-worn, tag-still-on Urban sundress. However, I have gone downstairs before school and been stopped dead in my tracks by the sight of my...
Students react to the death of Philip Seymour Hoffman
Ale Benjamin, Staff Writer
February 4, 2014
From a quirky author to a raunchy DJ to a plethora of comedic sidekicks, Philip Seymour Hoffman boasted a unique and varied repertoire of character portrayals, the likes of which few actors can match. Upon hearing of his death, students mourned a true loss. Hoffman, esteemed by many for his capabilities,...
Reeling in the Hunger Games fans
Tayor Burg, Staff Writer
December 2, 2013
Books are great, but turning them into movies is always a risk. Movies that are based off of books often get a lot of praise or a lot of criticism. Gabby Perry ’16 likes being able to watch a movie she read as a book. “It’s fun to see it on a TV screen and see it all happen. And I like to see...
“Catching Fire” flickers
Daniela Karpenos, Staff Writer
November 4, 2013
If the upcoming film adaption of “Catching Fire” is anything like “The Hunger Games,” Staples students will flock to theaters on Nov. 22nd. While many students argue that there has been noticeably less hype around the second movie, some continue to remain faithful to the best-selling book...
Loading ...Remy Teltser ’21, Managing Editor
After a day of virtual classes and meeting professors online, college students put on their masks and voyage across campus to the closest cafeteria for some grab-and-go food, returning back to their single-be...
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