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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

'Captain America: Winter Soldier' swoops into theaters

‘Captain America: Winter Soldier’ swoops into theaters

By Thomas Atkinson, Public Relations Manager May 29, 2014

CHS Assemble! Captain America, the world’s first Avenger and a fan-favorite at CHS, swings into theaters this April 4. “I like Cap because he is one of Marvel’s most interesting characters,”...

CHS alumna Kelen Coleman catches up with 'Observer'

CHS alumna Kelen Coleman catches up with ‘Observer’

By Ana Faguy, Production Editor May 28, 2014

This past week, the Observer sat down with actress and ‘03 alumna Kelen Coleman, who has starred in shows such as Men at Work, The Mindy Project and The Newsroom.   Q: Were you born and raised in...

Release of 'Divergent' movie thrills avid fans

Release of ‘Divergent’ movie thrills avid fans

By Julia Reagan, Arts Editor May 28, 2014

Devotees of Katniss Everdeen and her Hunger Games crew will fall in love with the similar dystopian Divergent trilogy.  It features love, action, friendship and secrecy–what more could a teenage girl...

‘Sherlock’ season premiere incites positive reaction

‘Sherlock’ season premiere incites positive reaction

By Jasmine Baten, Staff Writer February 24, 2014

Boxy black letters appear on the screen, accompanied by the view of a London skyline. A simultaneous "Shhhhh!" can be heard around the room. The lights dim. BBC Sherlock begins. After an excruciating...

Ferrell’s ‘Anchorman’ sequel is ‘kind of a big deal’

Ferrell’s ‘Anchorman’ sequel is ‘kind of a big deal’

By Ross Tannenbaum, Fact Checker January 2, 2014

After a nine-year hiatus, Ron Burgundy and the Channel 4 News Team are back on the big screen. The sequel to the 2004 hit movie Anchorman was released Dec. 18. The new movie, Anchorman: The Legend Continues,...

Student filmmaker aspires to make it to big screen

Student filmmaker aspires to make it to big screen

By Jamie Lescht, Online Editor-in-Chief November 26, 2013

Chris Welch still remembers when his son Danny was in elementary school and would create comic strips using stick figures. He would draw his characters in battles or humorous situations and would even...

Senior Erin O’Connell embraces the line’s bold color scheme by fearlessly applying a layer of dark mascara.

‘Hunger Games’ makeup line pushes boundaries

By Catherine Goohs, Online Arts Editor October 28, 2013

A bold, new makeup line has taken center stage at cosmetic counters. Covergirl’s Hunger Games-inspired makeup collection features fearless shades of blue lipstick, scarlet eyeliner and electric emerald...

Students enjoy classic, new Halloween movies

By Danielle Kiefer, Arts Editor October 28, 2013

‘Tis the season full of candy corn, pumpkins and plenty of scares. In honor of Halloween, the Observer took a look at CHS students’ favorite movies to watch on Oct. 31. Many students enjoy the Halloweentown...

Spinoffs offer new twist on familiar TV shows

By Caitlin Doherty, Circulation Manager October 28, 2013

Fall is the perfect time for warm apple cider, comfy sweaters and the arrival of spin-offs of beloved TV shows. This season, two popular shows among students at CHS— The Vampire Diaries and Pretty Little...

"Glee" Star Cory Monteith Dies at 31

“Glee” Star Cory Monteith Dies at 31

By Sammi Silber, Observations Editor July 14, 2013

Canadian actor Cory Monteith, best known for playing Finn on the Fox series Glee, died in Vancouver on July 13.  He was 31.   Monteith was found dead in a hotel room in Vancouver, British Columbia,...

"The Sopranos" Actor James Gandolfini Dies of Heart Attack at Age 51

“The Sopranos” Actor James Gandolfini Dies of Heart Attack at Age 51

By Sammi Silber, Observations Editor June 21, 2013

James Gandolfini, an actor best known for playing mob boss Tony Soprano on HBO’s 1999 drama The Sopranos, died June 19 at the age of 51.   According to the New York Times website, Gandolfini...

‘Iron Man 3’ reveals Tony Stark’s sensitive side

‘Iron Man 3’ reveals Tony Stark’s sensitive side

By Charlotte Scarborough, Staff Writer May 23, 2013

Scratch away Iron Man’s philanthropic, playboy, billionaire, and shiny metal and what do you get? Iron Man 3. Director Shane Black parts from the usual Iron Man soundtrack by opening the film not with...

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