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The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

Lady Gaga is one of the two leads in A Star Is Born.

A Star is Born is a star in the theaters

By Bryan Fletcher, Production Manager October 24, 2018

A significant prerequisite that determines whether a film will succeed in the box office is that it leaves an impact, and if any film has done that this year, it's “A Star is Born.” Marking both...

Netflix’s On My Block is not on our block

By Sofia Williamson, Senior Writer May 31, 2018

It's rare that we see a television show highlighting minority neighborhoods and the violence that takes place within them. If we did see a show on these topics, however, we would only hope that it would...

Many CHS students have flocked to the movie theaters to watch the highly anticipated film.

Avengers: Infinity War lives up to the hype

By Ethan C. Miller, Senior Writer May 18, 2018

  “Avengers: Infinity War” delivers a conflict of mass proportions in the perfect way; tons of action, great characters and minimal down-time.   Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo,...

“A Quiet Place” is a new horror movie and the entire film is completely silent. It raises awareness about ableism, and challenges stereotypes.

“A Quiet Place” impresses without saying a word

By Rebecca Jackson, Senior Writer May 9, 2018

A new horror movie directed by John Krasinski came out Apr. 6 and made quite a statement at theaters and in the box office without making a sound, literally. “A Quiet Place” focuses on a rural family...

Maze Runner: The Death Cure thrills viewers

By Cherri Tung, Staff Writer April 5, 2018

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”...

Maze Runner delivers action packed plot

By Cherri Tung, Staff Writer March 23, 2018

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”...

This bear may not be as cute as the animated
Paddington, but his eyes definitely tell a story.

Paddington Two delivers sweet storyline

By Caitlyn Jennings, Staff Writer March 21, 2018

  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...

This years Oscars were very unique and entertaining,

Academy Awards presents unique twists

By Ethan C. Miller, Staff Writer March 9, 2018

  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...

Black Panther movie poster reflects the complexity of  the hit film.

Black Panther sets a new standard for superhero genre

By Jake Herman, News Editor February 27, 2018

  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...

Lady Bird and her mother have a poignant heart-to-heart in this scene from "Lady Bird," which is a critically acclaimed, Oscar nominated film.

“Lady Bird” is a coming-of-age story for all

By Nora Holland, Arts Editor February 7, 2018

“‘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...

“Coco” proves best Disney-Pixar film so far

By Sofia Williamson, Online Editor-in-Chief January 9, 2018

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 Netflix Original Series uses humor to discuss serious topics, like menstruation.

“Big Mouth” puts big emphasis on real life situations

By Nora Holland, Arts Editor January 9, 2018

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....

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