Senior Profile: Hilary Weidner
Hayley Boyle, Reporter
June 3, 2011
It’s not an easy task juggling high school, a job, college planning, and being a member of The Patriot. However, Senior Hilary Weidner somehow finds a way to balance her activity-filled life. Weidner was an Arts and Entertainment Editor on The Patriot. Her decision to pursue writing in high school... Read more »
“Bridesmaids” brings big laughs
Elizabeth Tauber and Hilary Weidner, Arts and Entertainment Editors
May 20, 2011
“Bridesmaids” is the female version of “The Hangover,” and this comedy’s humor and events may even top that of “The Hangover.” In most weddings, the bride is the center of attention. In “Bridesmaids,” however, this is not the case. Lillian’s (Maya Rudolph)... Read more »
“Insidious” delivers suspense, horror, chills
Elizabeth Tauber & Hilary Weidner, A&E Editors
April 27, 2011
Because “Insidious” is about a boy possessed by demons, we expected that it would be scary, but we did not expect to be hiding behind our hands and gasping the entire time. Although “Insidious” was only rated PG-13, we thought that it should’ve been rated R because of the fear factor. It... Read more »
Golden Szechuan Inn provides excellent food, service
Elizabeth Tauber and Hilary Weidner, A&E Editors
March 21, 2011
Quiet, quaint, and almost empty are not words that usually describe a restaurant located in Bel Air. However, The Golden Szechuan Inn fits this description. Upon arriving at the Golden Szechuan Inn, one would think it was closed. While we’re fans of crowded spaces, we enjoyed having only three other... Read more »
‘Jersey Shore’ becomes too personal
Hilary Weidner and Elizabeth Tauber, A&E Editors
February 14, 2011
Since one of the co-writers of “The Patriot’s” Jersey Shore Blog is in Spain, most of these blogs will be delayed a little. We apologize to any of our die-hard Jersey fans who will have to wait another day. Ronnie’s Awkward Medical Problems Well, the beginning of the episode began with Ronnie... Read more »
‘Jersey Shore’ gives peace a chance
Hilary Weidner and Elizabeth Tauber, A&E Editors
February 6, 2011
This week on ‘Jersey Shore,’ Ronnie gets punched in the face by Sammi. Surprisingly enough, Sammi and JWoww act like mature adults and apologize. JWoww and Ronnie make amends Jenny decides to approach Ronnie after he and Sam have a huge fight, which resulted in him throwing all of Sammi’s clothes... Read more »
‘Jersey Shore’ crams three episodes during exam week
Hilary Weidner and Elizabeth Tauber, A&E Editors
January 30, 2011
As exam week drew to a close, we found we had a bit of ‘Jersey Shore’ overload. MTV managed to cram three episodes in just one week. But don’t you worry, ‘The Patriot’s’ Hilary Weidner and Elizabeth Tauber deliver an overwhelming amount of sassy comments for all three episodes in less... Read more »
‘Burlesque’ delivers exceptional dancing, singing
Hilary Weidner and Elizabeth Tauber, A&E Editors
December 17, 2010
Christina Aguilera can sing and dance, but she certainly can’t act. Audiences might have been skeptical of ”Burlesque” because the main character is played by singer Christina Aguilera, and most of the time, when singers are placed in an actress’ roles, they don’t deliver and are quite frankly... Read more »
‘The Warrior’s Way’ hits theaters this week
Hilary Weidner, A&E Editor
December 1, 2010
This week only one movie is being released into theaters. Is it watchable? The Warrior’s Way Rating: R Genre: Action, Fantasy, Western Info: “The Warrior’s Way” is a martial arts movie starring the famous Dong-gun Jang. Jang plays an Asian warrior-assassin who is forced to hide in America.... Read more »
Movie Previews
Hilary Weidner, A&E Editor
November 29, 2010
These movies came to theaters during the week of Nov. 21, 2010: “Burlesque” Genre: Drama Rating: PG 13 A small-town girl arrives in L.A. and lands a job in an ailing burlesque lounge. Ali is a small girl (Christina Aguilera) with a huge voice. She begins her adventure as a waitress,... Read more »