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Wonka: The Emergence of Chalamet’s Inner Chocolatier

Nandita Bussa, News Editor • December 14, 2023

Taking their own spin on Roald Dahl’s classroom favorite “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” director Paul King and star Timothée Chalamet promise for their production of “Wonka” to be innovative, brilliant, and absolutely nutty. Releasing...

The holidays will go nuts with “The Nutcracker”: what to expect

AUHSD’s tradition is defrosting and in production

Millie Kwon, Staff Writer • December 14, 2023

“The Nutcracker” has been a yearly tradition of the Anaheim Union School District (AUHSD) with many schools involved including Oxford, Anaheim High School, Cypress High School, Katella High School, Western High School, and Orangeview Junior High School....

“The Hunger Games” trilogy prequel sings with dystopian beauty

Michelle Choy, News Editor • December 14, 2023

“A Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” released on Nov. 17 as the prequel to the classic “Hunger Games” film adaptations trilogy, racking up $98 million globally at the box office on opening weekend. Eerily beautiful and captivating, the movie proudly...

“The Eras Tour” film cements Swift’s legacy

The cultural phenomenon initiates a new era for Hollywood, Taylor Swift as she explores music on the big screen

Mikaela Woo and Justin Le • November 16, 2023

During “The Eras Tour” U.S. run from March through August, its massive success propelled local economies and Swift’s stardom, leading to the creation of a concert film. Recreating its energy and spirit, the “Eras” movie recorded three of the...

Freddy’s movie: Nightmare for critics, fresh for fans

Tyler Nguyen, Staff Photographer • November 16, 2023

Following a nearly two year content hiatus, the infamous Five Nights at Freddy’s franchise is back in the spotlight in the premiere of its first movie on Oct. 27. With series creator Scott Cawthon on board with Blumhouse Studios, anticipated YouTuber...

Disney has audience “Wish”-ing on next big hit

Audrey Lee, Staff Writer • November 16, 2023

Disney’s upcoming musical-movie “Wish” is to be released Nov. 22, leaving fans with high expectations for the one-of-a-kind film. “Wish” will contain many essential Disney characteristics, revolving around Disney’s leading symbol, the wishing...

Drake’s “For All The Dogs” is just another flop

Eshmom Haque, Sports Editor • November 16, 2023

Widely recognized as one of the biggest influences in contemporary music today, Drake released his eighth studio album “For All the Dogs” on Oct. 6. With the last three albums disappointing critics and fans alike, Drake’s newest record promised...

Fashion Week 2023 shapes new era of brand identity

Unconventional runway shows preview the Spring/Summer 24 season

Nathan Perera, Arts & Entertainment Editor • October 30, 2023

Seized in a haze of glamorous runways and otherworldly clothes, designers debuted their ready-to-wear collections ahead of the Spring/Summer 2024 season. Household names in luxury weren’t the only ones garnering attention, though, as this season saw...

Upcoming “Percy Jackson” live-action series promises to be godly

Haley Nguyen, Editor in Chief • October 30, 2023

Highly anticipated by casual fans and veteran Tumblr users alike, Rick Riordan’s renowned modern mythology book series, “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” will air as a live-action show adaptation Dec. 20 on Disney+, welcoming Riordan himself to...

Choir takes the stage with “Once On This Island”

Weeks of practice culminate in this weekend's performances at KPAC

Jimena Beltran, Senior Staff Writer • October 30, 2023

“Once on This Island'', Oxford’s third-ever complete musical performance, is coming to fruition on Nov. 3rd and 4th as a pleasant change of pace from the previous fragmented show format, which encompassed songs from a variety of musicals. Embracing...

Parasocial relationships are stirring social danger

Justin Le, Op-Ed Editor • October 30, 2023

From pushing boundaries with online strangers to crashing celebrities’ private events, parasocial relationships have started to consume society. Normalized as “stan behavior,” this warped perception of a personal connection between public figures...

Now landing at V’s first stop: Layo(V)er

Nandita Bussa, News Editor • September 28, 2023

After his last OST in 2021, BTS’s Kim Taehyung, known mononymously as V, released his debut album “Layover” on Sept. 8. The album serves as a testament to his artistic growth separate from BTS. Since creating music for HYBE Music since he was 15,...