Review: South Korean film ‘Parasite’ touches on subjects of class, symbolism
By Jessica Jimenez, Staff Reporter
June 7, 2020
"Parasite," a film directed and produced by Bong Joon-ho, made multiple headlines after winning Oscars for Best Picture, Directing, International Feature Film and Writing for Original Screenplay). Not only did it make headlines for winning four Oscars, but it is also the first non-English film to win t...
Music department cancels annual Spring Concert due to COVID-19
By London Sinclair, Staff Writer
June 7, 2020
While Los Angeles and the rest of the world safeguards itself against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) by closing schools, restaurants and banning all gatherings of 50 people or more in line with social distancing — the Archer music department also fell victim to the virus. On Monday, Apr. 13, Orchestra D...
Teen in business: Junior Bella Morgan creates digital ceramics company Organic Matter Pottery
By Lola Lamberg, News and Features Editor
May 31, 2020
Junior Bella Morgan drives to the UPS store near her house twice a week, a bulky package wrapped in bubble wrap sitting on the passenger seat. A salad bowl, a coffee mug or a dinner plate was made to order earlier that week by a customer elsewhere in the United States. Since November of 2019, Morgan...
Review: Justin Bieber’s album ‘Changes’ reveals his growth as a singer, person
By Nyah Fernandez, Staff Writer
May 31, 2020
I have loved Justin Bieber ever since I heard his first album, "Justin Bieber My World 2.0," when I was just 7 years old. When I heard that Bieber was coming out with his fifth album, "Changes," I was expecting songs similar to his past albums featuring his youthful voice and soulful music melodies. Instead, we got songs that are heartfelt, showed e...
Review: Netflix Party sparks reconnection among friends during quarantine
By Cydney Johnson, Staff Reporter
May 29, 2020
Ever since quarantine started, many people have been using Netflix Party, a Google Chrome extension that allows users to watch Netflix and chat simultaneously. The extension synchronizes video playback and perfectly mirrors the screen of the person who started the "party." Users have the option to custo...
Review: Netflix’s “Unorthodox” tells a journey of self-exploration with a twist
By Nicki Rosenberg, Managing Editor
May 20, 2020
When I think of Judaism as an adolescent, the things that typically come to mind include Bat and Bar Mitzvahs, Hebrew school and Passover dinners. However, Netflix’s new four-part miniseries “Unorthodox” was a wake-up call that Judaism does not look the same for everyone. Released on March 2...
Review: “Outer Banks” makes us nostalgic for pre-quarantine days
May 20, 2020
“We're the Pogues, and our mission this summer is to have a good time, all the time,” John B. (Chase Stokes), the protagonist in “Outer Banks,” said in the opening scene. One of the biggest Netflix original hits to date, "Outer Banks" has taken over the screens of thousands of teenagers. While...
Review: Netflix’s ‘Never Have I Ever’ perfectly captures high school adolescence in a unique way
By Cadence Callahan, Staff Reporter
May 18, 2020
On April 27, Netflix released the first season of the original show "Never Have I Ever." The show is rated TV-14 and was created by actress Mindy Kailing and writer/producer Lang Fisher. This series follows first-generation Indian American teenager Devi Vishwakumar (Maitreyi Ramakrishnan) and her b...
Review: Conan Gray proves his place in indie-pop music world with ‘Kid Krow’
By Lizette Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
May 15, 2020
In 2013, Conan Gray was a YouTube vlogger speaking about his life in small-town Texas, but don't write him off as just another fad. His debut album "Kid Krow" proved that Gray is a new talent to watch. On March 20, the former Youtube star released a 12-track album that provided insight on his past love, childhood and overall life. Because of...
Review: ‘Home Before Dark’ shines as a mystery with an uncommon type of detective
By Avery Fox, Staff Reporter
May 5, 2020
Apple TV released the first season of its original series "Home Before Dark," inspired by the actions of real 9-year-old journalist Hilde Lysiak, on Friday, April 3. The series was created by Dana Fox and Dara Resnik. The mystery aspect of the series made it an intriguing and interesting show to watch. "Home Before Dark" centers around 9-year-old Hilde Lisko, (Brooklynn Prince) who has a photographic memory. At the start of the show, Hilde and her family have just moved from New York to the fictional town of Erie Harbor, Washington. However, when the Liskos get there, Hilde's father Matt...
The show must go on: US play ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ adapts to coronavirus crisis
By Grace Doyle
April 25, 2020
After months of preparation, the performance of the Upper School play, 'Every Brilliant Thing' by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe, looked different than students and faculty expected. On March 12, just hours before the first performance, Mayor Garcetti "ordered all city departments to postpone or...
Review: Niall Horan’s disappointing album puts the heartbreak in ‘Heartbreak Weather’
By Lizette Gonzalez, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2020
When I heard that former One Direction member Niall Horan would be releasing another album, "Heartbreak Weather," I expected to hear unique songs and catchy melodies. However, after listening to the entirety of the album, I was saddened to see that it was the exact opposite of what was expected. The...
By Vaughan Anoa'i and Nyah Fernandez
June 8, 2020 • 1 Comment
As the soon-to-be graduates and family members took their seats, Archer's class of 2020, the Girls on Fire, dressed in their formal graduation attire with flower wreaths on...
Archer hosts first virtual Moving Up Day
June 8, 2020
Review: South Korean film ‘Parasite’ touches on subjects of class, symbolism
June 7, 2020
‘We are the kids who are spearheading change’: Youth in Government fosters politically engaged youth
June 7, 2020
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