Movie review: IT
by Kyle Gehman, Editor-In-Chief
September 23, 2017
Filed under Reviews
For weeks horror fans were on the edge of their seats awaiting the release of the movie IT. However, the expectations definitely outweighed the actual movie itself, which earns a 2 out of 5 rating. The original storyline comes from the book written by Stephen King that was then adapted into a miniseries...
Movie review: The Dark Tower
by Jesse Williams, Staff Writer
September 9, 2017
Highly choreographed gunfights, state of the art special effects, and a cast featuring two highly acclaimed A-list actors aren’t enough to save The Dark Tower from dreadful dialogue, and long scenes with nothing happening. These flaws aren't helped by the absence of many plot points that leave the...
Netflix show review: Narcos Season 3
by Kyle Gehman, Editor-In-Chief
September 8, 2017
Filed under Reviews
There’s only one show that follows the violent, unchained, and explicit lives of international cartel leaders; that show is Narcos. The popular Netflix original show released its’ newest season last Friday, (date). The ten-episode season keeps the original elements from the first two series that...
Top five things to do in September
by Michelle Parker, Staff Writer
September 7, 2017
Another Texas summer is coming to a close. While it’s a goodbye to the blistering heat, the days are numbered before autumn- and colder temperatures- settle in. With a cool breeze, September brings time-honored culture and amusement to Austin. Sept. 16: Mexican Independence Fiesta In celebra...
Summer days
by Michelle Parker, Staff Writer
June 2, 2017
A constructive summer can set the foundation for a rewarding school year. Summer brings longer days, warmer temperatures, and more time for fun; utilizing time wisely can combine festivities with fruitfulness. Stave off boredom and idleness with these suggestions. 1. Learn something To some, summer sch...
Album Review: Humanz
by Taylor Key, Staff Writer
May 31, 2017
Gorillaz is virtual band created by the Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett in the late 1990’s following four fictional characters created by the duo: lead singer 2D, bass player Murdoc, drummer Russell and guitarist Noodles. On April 28 of 2017, following close to an 8 year hiatus and talk of them never...
Reaching out
by Amanda Nguyen, Staff writer
May 24, 2017
Filed under Columns
Everyone’s experience with mental health is different. Going through a mental disorder can be an intense and devastating time. To most who struggle, having a support system from friends and family can be very important. If someone you know has a mental disorder, you may also be experiencing some dif...
Long road ahead
by Kyle Gehman, Editor-In-Chief
May 19, 2017
Go in for the tackle but leg bends back with a loud pop Limp off the field waiting for this odd pain to stop Reassure your team that you’ll be back 2 weeks top But the pain doesn’t subside You realize you may have lied You have to go to take an MRI and your heart starts to drop You think...
TV Review: Master of None
by Michelle Parker, Staff Writer
May 19, 2017
From sexual harassment to racist ceramics, Netflix’s series Master of None tackles many hard-hitting issues in its second season. The release follows the cliffhanger ending of season one, picking up with main character, Dev (Aziz Ansari), in Italy. We meet his new love interest, in black-and-white f...
TV Review: Handmaid’s Tale
by Taylor Key, Staff Writer
May 19, 2017
‘The Handmaid's Tale’, a new television show about a dystopian American society, was released on April 26, to the rave-reviews of critics. Based off the 1985 best-selling novel by Margaret Atwood, the show is a speculative fiction horror story that takes place in a not to far off fictional socie...
Thank you for your service
by Amanda Nguyen, Staff Writer
May 19, 2017
Filed under Opinions
May is a special month for those in and out of the military. For service members and veterans, it’s a chance to pay tribute to support families and spouses during Military Appreciation Month, and honor the memory of those who have sacrificed for this nation on Memorial day. The month of May provides...
There’s no time for Stalin
by Amanda Nguyen, Staff Writer
May 19, 2017
Filed under Editorials, Opinions
AP World History is a challenging academic class that analyzes human culture and society over time. It’s an opportunity for students to take a special college level learning experience that may lead to possible university credit in the future. Advanced placement helps students to develop critical t...
by Bri Branscomb, Assistant Editor
May 4, 2018
The annual Austin City Limits Festival recently announced its lineup of performers for the 2018 season. Headliners include Paul McCartney, Childish Gambino, Travis Scott,...
by Bri Branscomb, Assistant Editor
May 4, 2018
The LHS Yearbook Staff The Lair has been hard at work on this years’ book ‘Words.’ This edition highlights the voices of the student body by focusing on a...
by Kyle Gehman, Editor-In-Chief
March 6, 2018
For 16 days, athletes from around the world gathered in Pyeongchang, South Korea to participate in the 2018 Winter Olympics. Americans watched as seventeen year old Red Gerard...
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Staff Writer
Hello! I am Jesse Williams and this is my first year on the Roar newspaper. I am very excited for the school year and all the articles I will get to write. Outside of newspaper, I am the president of the Youth...
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Editor-In-Chief
Hey! My name’s Kyle and this is my third year on staff and second year as Editor-In-Chief! I love photojournalism and being able to write for y’all another year. I’m currently an IB Diploma student...
