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The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

Homestead High School's student newspaper

The Epitaph

“The Monkey” uses a mix of horror and humor to create a decent film, but its repetitive nature makes only part of it enjoyable. (Photo from IMDb)

‘The Monkey’ is fun yet lacks depth

By Alan Zhang April 14, 2025

“The Monkey,” based on its namesake short story by Stephen King, released on Feb. 21 to excited horror fans, who expected a chilling adaptation filled with suspense and supernatural terror. However,...

‘Plankton: The Movie’ uses confusing and ineffective storytelling techniques. (Photo from Netflix)

‘Plankton: The Movie’ is an abomination

By Jonathan Xue March 30, 2025

When it comes to Nickelodeon characters, SpongeBob is the undisputed greatest of all time. His cheerful demeanor, constant positivity and unshakable reputation make him truly worthy of everlasting respect.  However,...

“Paddington in Peru” lacks character depth, but makes up for it in aesthetics. (Photo from Variety)

“Paddington in Peru” explores new territory

By Kaylin Yi March 9, 2025

As the screen opens to a picturesque forest scene, my expectations are immediately met for the aesthetic aspect of the children’s film “Paddington in Peru,” which was released in the U.S. on Feb....

Alyssa (left) and Dreux (right) save the day in an impractical, rushed manner. (Photo from IMDb)

‘One of Them Days’ runs down a predictable path

By Annika Abraham February 19, 2025

Utilizing the common comedy trope of a race against the clock, sprinkled with enemies and following a nonstop sequence of unfortunate twists, “One of Them Days,” released on Jan. 17, follows a predictable...

The plot and characters in “Red One” fall short of a Christmas movie. (Photo from Alamy)

‘Red One’ lacks Christmas jingle

By Madeleine Yee December 19, 2024

As a light flashes across the screen, I watch Santa Claus’s bodyguard shrink into a smaller version of himself to dodge evil snowmen’s attacks. The cringey combat scene is nothing new, following an...

Although the film sticks to the book, it disappoints viewers in other aspects such as acting and atmosphere. (Photo from Lionsgate)

‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ lacks holiday vibe

By Kaylin Yi December 17, 2024

“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” a movie based on its namesake award-winning book by Barbara Robinson, was released on Nov. 8 to an eager audience. Unfortunately, the film was disappointing thanks...

‘Freedom’: the heist film that will take your mind hostage

‘Freedom’: the heist film that will take your mind hostage

By Adam Orrin December 11, 2024

To be free from responsibility, to be completely unbound from the bonds of society: that is to live like Bruno Sulak, the infamous real-life French robber known for his painless robberies, confidence and...

Director Morgan Neville tells Pharrell Williams’s story through the creative medium of Legos. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)

‘Piece by Piece’ builds a narrative brick by brick

By Kevin Miao November 20, 2024

“It might seem crazy what I’m ‘bout to say,” but I knew nothing about Pharrell Williams before stepping into the movie theater. However, his new documentary “Piece by Piece,” released Oct....

Tashi creates animosity in Patrick and Art’s friendship, yet the specific physical acting choices allow the reader to see the underlying love the two still have for each other. (Photo from Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer)

‘Challengers’ depicts love and tennis like never before

By Nicole Kim May 5, 2024

I have never been to a professional tennis match, but if I did, I can only imagine it would feel the same as watching Luca Guadagnino’s “Challengers.” From visually interesting camera angles to an...

PIXAR’S NEW FILM: Studio releases a heartwarming film on growing up with family and social expectations.

‘Turning Red’ speaks on the difficulties students face

By Chloe Wong and Aiko Charon May 10, 2022

While Pixar is not necessarily known for deep movies, Pixar’s new movie, “Turning Red,” brings many firsts into the industry. “Turning Red” is an animated comedy about a joyful, talented and...

Netflix successfully creates a new addition to the Holmes movies.

‘Enola Holmes’ is the mystery of the year

By Ashley Orozco January 7, 2021

As I was scrolling through Netflix trying to find something new to watch, I came across the movie “Enola Holmes.” I hadn't heard much about it, so I decided to give it a try. Little did I know, it...

Netflix tries and fails to create an accurate adaptation for the character of Nurse Ratched

‘Ratched,’ the adaptation we did not need

By Evelyn Solis October 29, 2020

Developed by Ryan Murphy and starring the incredible actress, Sarah Paulson, “Ratched,” a Netflix show that was released Sept. 18, was created as a backstory for Mildred Ratched, the antagonist of...

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