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Crazy Rich Asians Breaks Through Hollywoods Bamboo Ceiling

‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Breaks Through Hollywood’s Bamboo Ceiling

Emily Lu, Editor-in-Chief August 21, 2018

When I began watching Crazy Rich Asians, I was nervous—I needed it to be good. I needed the film to be good so that Hollywood couldn’t whisk an all-Asian cast away as part of a representation agenda,...

A baritone player takes center field.

Band Showcases Music for Year in Exhibition

Srilekha Cherukuvada, Dreamcatcher Editor in Chief August 18, 2018

After a successful band camp full of hard work and long hours, the Westwood Warrior Marching Band performed at the annual exhibition on Friday, Aug. 17. The performance started with the movement...

K-Pop Club members perform their first piece late in the evening.

K-Pop Club Performs in Meridiem Music Marathon

Katie Chung, Video Editor July 28, 2018

On Saturday, July 14, K-Pop Club participated in a 10-hour music marathon at HMart hosted by Eunice Lee, a sophomore at Northwestern University. As a part of the Together We Rise non-profit organization,...

Ant-Man and the Wasp: A Fun Summer Treat

‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’: A Fun Summer Treat

Rustin Mehrabani-Farsi, Extras Editor July 20, 2018

Following the events of Avengers: Infinity War, Marvel was faced with the tough decision of what to do with the film that was going to follow it up. Instead of another high intensity action film, Marvel...

Everyone Loves Chuys: Heres Why

Everyone Loves Chuy’s: Here’s Why

Mae Bruce, A&E Editor July 13, 2018

Chuy’s, a popular restaurant based in Austin, has become a staple for Tex-Mex cuisine all across the nation. Established on Barton Springs Road almost 40 years ago, it has grown and spread its influence...

‘Incredibles 2’ Flies High

‘Incredibles 2’ Flies High

Rustin Mehrabani-Farsi, Extras Editor June 15, 2018

Released in 2004, Pixar’s The Incredibles has been a staple in the childhood of millions of people. For over a decade, fans have been longing for a sequel, and director Brad Bird has finally answered...

Solo: A Star Wars Story Disappoints in Box Office

‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ Disappoints in Box Office

Lizzie Deal, Managing Editor June 4, 2018

The newest addition to the Star Wars franchise, Solo: A Star Wars Story, follows a young and ambitious Han Solo as he embarks on the journey that shapes him into the smuggling scoundrel seen in Star Wars:...

Paintings and ceramics are displayed.

GALLERY: Seniors Display Artwork

Donatella Voss, Photo Editor May 17, 2018

LAUVs Single I Like Me Better Finds Success Year After Release

LAUV’s Single ‘I Like Me Better’ Finds Success Year After Release

Becca Halaney, Reporter May 16, 2018

Pop-electric-folk inspired singer-songwriter and producer Ari Staprans Leff (better known by his stage name, LAUV) dropped his most recent single, I Like Me Better, all the way back on May 19 2017, but...

Festival goers enjoy the one day event.

JMBLYA Music Festival Showcases Trap Music

Kamille Galloway, Opinions Editor May 14, 2018

As JMBLYA, the Texas-based music festival, made its way to Austin, crowds of glitter, Camelbaks, and sweaty concert-goers filled the Circuit of the Americas parking lot while the cars raced by in the distance...

LIVVIAs New Single Catch a Body Seizes Success

LIVVIA’s New Single ‘Catch a Body’ Seizes Success

Becca Halaney, Reporter May 14, 2018

Pop singer-songwriter LIVVIA, also known as Olivia Somerlyn, released her newest single entitled Catch a Body on Jan. 19, showcasing a new, more mature sound than heard in her previous songs. Somerlyn...

Band students enjoy a slideshow at their banquet.

Band Brings Back Memories at Banquet

Sloka Chandrasekaran, Social Media Coordinator May 11, 2018

All the band students gathered in the cafeteria for the 2018 Band Banquet on Friday, May 4. Banquets are a time to celebrate the seniors for all their hard work over the years. This banquet, however, was...

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