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El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

Bob Ferguson (Leonardo DiCaprio) dials into the French 75. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Picture | Used without permission

‘One Battle After Another’ is Paul Thomas Anderson’s magnum opus

Anderson stuns with impeccable world building and an action-packed plot
Kate Yang
November 1, 2025
A child dressed up as a unicorn reaches into the bucket for a prize.

Photo | Emmy Harimoto

City of Cupertino hosts annual spooktacular Monster Mash

Families gather for a festive night of games, trick-or-treating and costumes at Cupertino’s annual Halloween event
Emmy Harimoto and Kate Yang
November 1, 2025
In Review: Volume 1, 2025

In Review: Volume 1, 2025

El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, ranging from the hit Netflix movie "KPOP Demon Hunters" to Sabrina Carpenter's controversial "Man's Best Friend"
Sabrina Carpenter poses for the “Man’s Best Friend” album cover. Photo | Bryce Anderson.

Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Man’s Best Friend’ is a combination of upbeat tunes and shaky production

Carpenter’s latest album fails to showcase the entirety of her musical genius
Kate Yang and Srinikaa Naveenraj
September 21, 2025
Parasocial comments are prevalent on “Love Island” social media communities. Graphic | Kate Yang

What is love?

How popular shows like ‘Love Island’ and ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ fuel parasocial relationships
Alexandra Perrault and Kate Yang
September 20, 2025
Students will no longer be able to freely access cell phones in class as part of California’s Assembly Bill 3216. Graphics courtesy of Canva | Photo illustration by Kate Yang

FUHSD instates new “off and away” policy

The policy is built to encourage student focus and learning
Superman’s vibrant hues of red, blue and golden yellow symbolize his confidence and transition into a mature superhero. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Studio.

‘Superman’ impresses the audience with its humor and relatability

James Gunn’s adaptation of the classic icon entertains and connects the audience to Superman’s world
Owen Liu and Kate Yang
August 6, 2025
Main character Mei Lee from Pixar’s “Turning Red” walks a fine line between stereotypical and representative of Asian culture, exemplifying the struggle of Asian American media creators to produce authentic representation. Photo | Pixar

A cultural affair

How AAPI artists express their culture through animation
Sophia D’Sa and Kate Yang
May 27, 2025
Graphic | Vaishnavi Katukam

In Review: Volume 7, 2025

El Estoque’s staff review recently released media, ranging from Ken Carson's surprise release to Maroon 5’s latest single
PinkPantheress poses amongst a sea of flowers for the cover of "Fancy That." Courtesy of Warner Brothers | Used with permission

PinkPantheress shatters all expectations with “Fancy That”

The mixtape stuns with its lyricism, sampling and creativity
Vaishnavi Katukam and Kate Yang
May 24, 2025
MVHS department leads smile for a photo. Graphic | Kate Yang

MVHS department leads shine in their work

Department leads reflect upon their leadership duties and activities
Kate Yang
April 11, 2025
At the Planned Parenthood booth, an attendee wins a prize after spinning the wheel. Photo | Kate Yang

Cupertino’s Earth Day and Arbor Festival sets a spotlight on environmental issues

The City of Cupertino hosted the interactive event to educate people and spread awareness on the environment
Vaishnavi Katukam and Kate Yang
April 11, 2025
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