The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

“Fuller House” brings a fresh perspective on an old classic

“Fuller House” brings a fresh perspective on an old classic

Tiffany Trent, Opinion Editor March 9, 2016

  If you’re like me, you grew up with the Tanner family from the 1980s hit sitcom “Full House.” Now there is a fresh and new spinoff of the original series that brings viewers back into the lives of DJ, Stephanie, Kimmy Gibbler, Uncle Jesse and the rest of the Tanner gang. The...

Movie Review: Sizzling films from winter break

Justin S. Sanchez, Staff Writer February 9, 2016

Despite the cold temperatures during winter, the box office continues to warm up with the release of great films. These are movies that have been out since winter break and are a must- watch. “The Hateful Eight” (R) “The Hateful Eight” is a mystery/western that proves worthy of standards...

Netflix Review: Odd Thomas is an odd failure

Netflix Review: Odd Thomas is an odd failure

October 20, 2014

By Sydney Schabacker Staff Writer It’s almost Halloween, when many of us may have a chance to see ghosts and goblins and spirits of old walking amongst us. But for short-order cook Odd Thomas, he sees the dead every day of the year. Blessed or cursed with clairvoyance, Odd lives a fraught life....

The Comic Book Corner: Marvel ladies taking the lead

The Comic Book Corner: Marvel ladies taking the lead

April 16, 2014

Black Widow, Captain Marvel, She-Hulk and others return with new solo series By Faith Orcino A&E Editor Within in the list of titles in the “All-New Marvel NOW!” phase, fans can find new books taking a more personal look at some of their favorite super women. These stories take place after...

American Gods: A modern lore that is a timeless tale

American Gods: A modern lore that is a timeless tale

March 23, 2014

By Katie Garner Staff Writer Myths and legends are the odd ingredients that shape us, and our cultures. Religions follow humanity wherever we go. America contains some of most divergent beliefs and cultural systems in the world. Starting with tales told by Native Americans, mythologies have poured...

Her movie poster featuring lead actor, Joaquin Phoenix.

A Spike Jonze love story: “Her”

March 23, 2014

By Alex Maravillas Fashion Columnist In a future where you can fall in love with an artificial intelligence behind an advanced operating system, the film “Her” portrays a tragic love story of a man and his computer. Theodore Twombly is in love with his operating system named Samantha,...

HOT OFF THE REEL: A review of the remarkable true story turned movie “127 Hours”

November 16, 2010
Pulsating with energy, “127 Hours” traps you beneath a boulder and keeps you there in the sweetest of agony as you feel the crushing weight of desperation and the sharp sting of hope.

“The Social Network” Movie Review

October 5, 2010
Based on the true story of how the social networking site Facebook was created, “The Social Network” is the most culturally relevant film of the year, managing to reflect and define a generation. If you think for one second that a film about Facebook will be a pitiful way of capitalizing on the popularity of the site, you couldn’t be more wrong.

Book Reviews: October 5

October 5, 2010
"Every Visible Thing" by Lisa Carey, and "Freedom" by Jonathan Frazen
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