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Norse Notes

The Student News Site of Oakmont High School

Norse Notes

The Student News Site of Oakmont High School

Norse Notes

Movie poster for the 1996 movie “Scream.

Articles for Horror: “Scream”

Autumn Castle, Staff Writer May 27, 2023

Who was Ghostface? Ghostface first appeared in “Scream” (1996) as a disguise used by Billy Loomis and Stu Macher during their murder spree in Woodsboro.  Billy Loomis and Stu Macher were both...

The official poster of the movie “Evil Dead Rise.”

“Evil Dead Rise”

Farkhunda Moradi , Staff Writer May 27, 2023

A 2023 American supernatural horror film, “Evil Dead Rise,” written and directed by Lee Cronin, has quickly gained its popularity since released recently on April 21.  The film is about the rising...

The award-winning series has a story chock-full of comedy and heart, with a range of colorful characters. Bill Hader gives the performance of a lifetime in his and Alec Berg’s masterpiece.

From murderer to Macbeth

Sasha Hulsey, Staff Writer May 26, 2023

“Barry” premiered on HBO in March of 2018, and instantly intrigued viewers. The synopsis for the show reads “A hit man from the Midwest moves to Los Angeles and gets caught up in the city's theater...

Movie poster from the 1980 movie “Friday the 13th.”

Articles for Horror: Friday the 13th

Autumn Castle, Staff Writer May 11, 2023

Who was Jason? Jason Voorhees is the main antagonist of the “Friday the 13th” franchise, and the secondary antagonist of the crossover film “Freddy vs. Jason.” He was a near-silent, undead, and...

The poster of The Super Mario Bros Movie.

The “Mario” movie is alright.

Jocelyn Hughes, Staff Writer May 3, 2023

On April 5, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” was released, and critics didn’t really like it – but many Nintendo fans loved it.  Critics didn’t like the movie because they felt it was soulless...

Joel comforts Ellie after her traumatic encounter with David.

HBO’s “The Last Of Us” recap EP 7-9

Chris Restivo, Staff Writer May 3, 2023

With the ending of episode six, Joel is out of commission – and it's up to Ellie for both of their survival. Lost and confused, she must take what Joel taught her and use it to survive the harsh winter. Before...

Bloater from episode five standing amongst the hoard of clickers.

HBO’s “The Last Of Us” recap: EP 4-6

Chris Restivo, Staff Writer April 21, 2023

After the heartbreaking story of Bill and Frank in episode three, Joel and Ellie return to center stage on their journey to Tommy, so he can lead them to a firefly hospital. The journey goes well until...

Image from “The Last Of Us” game with Joel and Ellie.

HBO’s “The Last Of Us” review EP 1-3

Chris Restivo, Staff Writer April 2, 2023

HBO’s new hit series “The Last Of Us” placed lots of faith on the source material's writing. The TV adaptation doesn't veer far from the script set by the video game. HBO’s take on the video...

Photo of Art the Clown towering over Sienna with one of his favorite murder weapons.

Articles for Horror: “Terrifier 2”

Autumn Castle, Staff Writer March 20, 2023

Who was Art the Clown? Art the Clown was the main antagonist of the 2013 horror film “All Hallows' Eve,” and its 2016 movie “Terrifier.” He was an extremely sadistic and demonic killer clown mime...

Norman Bates doing his classic 4th wall-breaking stare.

Articles for Horror: Psycho

Autumn Castle, Staff Writer March 16, 2023

This article contains spoilers! Who was Norman Bates? Bates suffered from emotional abuse as a child from his mother, Norma, who preached to him that sex was evil and that women were bad for him. They...

Leprechaun searching for his lost gold, with his slogan of “Your luck just ran out.”.

Articles for Horror: “Leprechaun”

Autumn Castle, Staff Writer March 16, 2023

This article contains spoilers! Who was Leprechaun? Lubdan, who was also known as the Leprechaun, was the main antagonist of the comedy-horror movie “Leprechaun.” He was a Leprechaun who killed anyone...

VHS cover of The Miner in a gas mask in “My Bloody Valentine.”

Articles for Horror: “My Bloody Valentine”

Autumn Castle, Staff Writer February 17, 2023

This article contains spoilers! Who was The Miner? Harry Warden, known as The Miner, was a fictional character and the antagonist of the Valentine's Day-themed horror film “My Bloody Valentine.” He...

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