Is this the real life? Or just a fantasy…
Mason Hanshaw, Staff Writer
January 15, 2019
The movie that caught us all in a landslide could very well be an escape from reality. The November 2018 biopic release Bohemian Rhapsody hit hard in theatres everywhere, and according to ABC News, reached a global total of $141 million in just a few days. Audiences, including students at Monte...
Vice: A political statement or biopic
Anthony Santa Maria, News Editor
January 15, 2019
One of the most awaited movies of the year debuted this past Christmas, but failed to capture the big audiences. Vice, the biopic about the life of Dick Cheney, the 43rd Vice President of the United States, opened on Christmas. In the first weekend Vice only brought in a meager of $7.7 million...
Crazy Rich Asians: A step towards diversity
October 3, 2018
Video courtesy of Warner Bros Pictures and YouTube Crazy Rich Asians, a bubbly and charming movie, has managed to capture the hearts of audiences everywhere, while still encapsulating an admirable message about diversity. The movie focuses on New York native, Rachel Ch...
REVIEW – Hacksaw Ridge
Sam O'Connell, Staff Writer
January 25, 2017
After seeing this film, I understand why it was so highly praised by many of its viewers. Hacksaw Ridge, directed by well-known actor Mel Gibson, uncovers the true story of WWll soldier Desmond Doss (played by Andrew Garfield). Doss doesn’t want to kill, so he decides to pick u...
REVIEW – Doctor Strange
Chris Polo, Staff Writer
January 25, 2017
If you like films with superheroes and outstanding special effects, then you will love the newest Marvel film, Doctor Strange. This movie in particular is different from most superhero movies. It’s not the classical super strength or ability to fly. Time, space, and multidimensional un...
REVIEW – MV Student Center drinks
Lauren Edelman, Online Editor
January 24, 2017
Let’s be honest, when students typically think of high school cafeteria food, they don’t think of a five star meal. Instead, they think about soggy pizzas, and “mystery meat” chicken nuggets. Gross. MV students are lucky enough to have relatively luxurious Subway sandwich...
REVIEW-Favorite Indian Restaurant
Eshana Seshadri, Social Media Editor
January 12, 2017
Being a foodie myself, it’s always exciting to find new places to eat, as well as show other people some of my favorite restaurants. Recently, a couple of my Indian friends and I discovered that two of our peers, Timothy Huang and Ethan Peng, had never tried Indian food. We knew immediatel...
REVIEW-Donald Trump’s the Art of the Deal
Ian Walsh, Staff Writer
January 12, 2017
When it comes to popular subjects of discussion, Donald Trump is at the top of the list, and there is one movie that captures him all. Donald Trump’s the Art of the Deal is a short movie parody that seems to cover everything Trump. From the election, to his mishaps, and his see...
REVIEW-Lemonade
Tessa Vasconi, Staff Writer
January 12, 2017
If you enjoy comfort food and the nostalgia of a cafeteria, then the newly opened Lemonade in Walnut Creek is just what you're looking for. I visited this cafeteria style restaurant around 1:30pm on the Monday of Thanksgiving week. It was not too crowded with no line, however, ju...
REVIEW-Blue Ginko
Randall Dobkin, Staff Writer
January 12, 2017
Not Akira Bistro, Sushi Bar Hana, Yuki of Tokyo, or Sushi Yokohama could compare to the cram packed flavor of Blue Ginkgo's sushi rolls. When I first sat down, I was discouraged by the price of my favorite Japanese foods, as the Golden Gate cost $17 and the Ramen, $13. However, it did...
REVIEW-Share Tea
Taylor Ziegenfus, Staff Writer
January 12, 2017
Share Tea is a small bubble milk tea shop located in San Ramon. I have visited Share Tea several times, and each time received the same experience. When I walk in, I am greeted with a scent similar to roasted sugar. The employees are chatting with one another, but automatically divert their ...
REVIEW-Vitality Bowls: the new healthy food in town
Heather No, Staff Writer
January 10, 2017
If you love healthy, nutritious snacks that are delicious and fruity, you’ll love Vitality Bowls because it provides you with a full menu of nourishing acai bowls and drinks. You’re probably going to want to try its most popular bowl by far- the desert bowl. It may not sound ve...
