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The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

Arts & Entertainment

In the film "Flight," Denzel Washington is a daring pilot who saves his passengers in a daring landing, but investigators discover he had alcohol in his system at the time of the crash.

Movie Review: Enjoying the flight, with ‘Flight’

November 5, 2012
Director Robert Zemeckis has produced yet another hit, “Flight,” to add to his already loved favorites such as “Castaway” and “Forrest Gump.”
Still from movie "Hocus Pocus"

Chronicle staff pick favorite Halloween films

October 25, 2012

“The Others” is a psychological thriller about a women and her two children, who are sensitive to light, and need to be in the dark at all times. Strange unexplainable things begin to happen when they hire a new maid. It is a good film to watch if you like psychological thrillers. –Karla Reyes “The...

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Scary movie fun facts: Secrets behind the spooky films

October 25, 2012

Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer “Saw:” In addition to the popular gore films, this popular seven-movie series also sports two video games. “Friday the 13th:” Jason Voorhees, the antagonist of this multi-part movie series, doesn’t actually acquire his iconic mask until part three. “Nightmare...

Roasted pumpkin seeds are a tasty way to dispose of your pumpkin's innards after Jack O'Lantern carving.

Jessie’s Recipe Corner: Roasted pumpkin seeds for Halloween

October 25, 2012

By Jessie Gambrell A&E Co-Editor It’s pumpkin season! After carving your Jack-o-lanterns, keep those pumpkin seeds to make a tasty snack for you and your friends to share in celebrating the season. What you’ll need: One or two pumpkins (depending on how many seeds they produce) Paprika Salt Pepper A...

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‘Mindy Project’: End of one legacy, beginning of a legend

October 25, 2012

By Melissa Martinez News Editor The start of the new seasons in television this fall means saying goodbye to the critically acclaimed mockumentary, “The Office.” However, some characters live on, if not in the way we expect. “Office” writer Mindy Kaling, also known as the pop-culture...

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Speaker clears up misconceptions on Haitian Vodou

October 25, 2012

By Kristin Melody Co-Editor in Chief On the evening of Tuesday, Oct. 16 at the Clarke Field House, Patrick Bellegarde-Smith cleared up myths and reinforced realities of Haiti’s popular religion Vodou (also referred to as “voodoo”). Bellegarde-Smith believes that Americans have many misconceptions...

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Local fall events, fun for all ages

October 25, 2012

By Juliana Stumpp A&E Co-Editor The weather is finally cooling down. Fall fashions are being seen and delicious hot drink recipes are being made, and cities ofSan DiegoCountyare providing a variety of activities to welcome the change of season. Monster Bash: Oct. 27, 6 p.m. - midnight. This...

Improv Spotlight: Nicole Ignell

October 25, 2012

By Jessie Gambrell A&E Co-Editor Sophomore Nicole Ignell started “improvising” with the CSUSM Improv team fall of 2011, but only just started to actively participate in the shows last semester. Ignell was advised by Improv leader, Aaron Chase Molina-Milbourne to join the Improv team after...

Jessica Lange from TV show

Freaky and intense describes new season of ‘American Horror Story’

October 25, 2012

By Juliana Stumpp A&E Co-Editor On Oct. 17, “American Horror Story” premiered it’s second season premiere with new plot lines, characters and mysteries to be resolved. Last season on the widely popular horror themed show, actors Dylan McDermott and Connie Britton played a married couple...

The video game Just Dance 4 comes out on Wii in mid-November.

Dropping: Upcoming holiday season video game releases

October 25, 2012

By Juliana Stumpp Co A&E Editor Believe it or not, the holiday season is coming and it’s hard to ignore all the Halloween costumes and Christmas decorations already in stores. So as you prep your wish list, think of these new video games that will be hitting the shelves. “Nike+ Training”...

Bowl filled with Halloween candy

Lots of Halloween thrills, chills on campus this month

October 25, 2012

By Juliana Stumpp A&E Co-Editor This year, Halloween falls on a Wednesday, but don’t let that frighten you. In honor of Halloween, various campus organizations and programs are offering multiple events on campus to give students thrills and chills. Movie Night The Pre-Health society will...

Cougar Asks: What are your Halloween and costume plans?

Cougar Asks: What are your Halloween and costume plans?

October 25, 2012

By Alison Seagle Staff Writer “What are your Halloween plans and what will you be dressing up as?” By: Alison Seagle Molica Luu, human development major: “I want to go to the Haunted Trail at Balboa Park, but I have to work.” Alex Ornelas, psychology major: “I’m going to a party...

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