Johnston High School - 6500 NW 100th St, Johnston, IA

The Black & White
Johnston High School - 6500 NW 100th St, Johnston, IA

The Black & White
Johnston High School - 6500 NW 100th St, Johnston, IA

The Black & White
Erin Bockenstedt

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer

Erin is a senior and a staff member on the Black & White. She likes to watch movies and her favorite is Guardians of the Galaxy. Her favorite TV show is Parks and Recreation because it makes her laugh when she feels sad. She likes music from the 70’s and 80’s, but occasionally listens to OneRepublic. She is currently writing a screenplay.

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The "Guardians of the Galaxy" return for more out-of-this-world fun in "Vol. 2"

The “Guardians of the Galaxy” return for more out-of-this-world fun in “Vol. 2”

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
May 23, 2017
"Free Fire" aims for bloody fun and hits the bullseye

“Free Fire” aims for bloody fun and hits the bullseye

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
May 1, 2017
The price of creativity: the lasting power of "The Social Network"

The price of creativity: the lasting power of “The Social Network”

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
April 24, 2017
"Land of Mine": Danish Oscar nominee tells forgotten World War II story

“Land of Mine”: Danish Oscar nominee tells forgotten World War II story

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
April 19, 2017
"Beauty and the Beast": the tale as old as time is new again

“Beauty and the Beast”: the tale as old as time is new again

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
March 31, 2017
Oscars 2017: so what just happened?

Oscars 2017: so what just happened?

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
March 2, 2017
The best films of 2016

The best films of 2016

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
January 27, 2017
"The Crown": Netflix offers a sumptuous portrait of Queen Elizabeth II

“The Crown”: Netflix offers a sumptuous portrait of Queen Elizabeth II

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
December 20, 2016
"Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them": a whimsical and earnest fantasy adventure

“Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”: a whimsical and earnest fantasy adventure

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
December 8, 2016
"Moonlight": a devastating and beautiful coming-of-age story

“Moonlight”: a devastating and beautiful coming-of-age story

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
December 5, 2016
"Hamilton" musical's soundtrack lives up to the hype

“Hamilton” musical’s soundtrack lives up to the hype

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
November 28, 2016
Despite allegations, this is a must-see film

Despite allegations, this is a must-see film

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
October 24, 2016
"The Birth of a Nation": story of slavery revolt is flawed but striking

“The Birth of a Nation”: story of slavery revolt is flawed but striking

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
October 23, 2016
"Queen of Katwe": an inspiring tale of a real-life champion

“Queen of Katwe”: an inspiring tale of a real-life champion

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
October 7, 2016
(Left) Ryan Potter at the end of the video featuring himself as Robin.

Ryan Potter is the Robin we need and deserve

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
October 6, 2016
Senior Austin Nichol plays football wearing jersey number 57. The jersey number belonged to Hank Evans, a friend of Nichol's.

Student honors friend through football

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
September 7, 2016
cinematerial.com

“The Lobster”: a beautiful and bizarre work of art

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
July 6, 2016
"Captain America: Civil War" - a superhero face-off for the ages

“Captain America: Civil War” – a superhero face-off for the ages

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
May 20, 2016
Movie guide for 2016

Movie guide for 2016

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
May 3, 2016
"The Exorcist" (1973): a horror movie that's actually scary

“The Exorcist” (1973): a horror movie that’s actually scary

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
April 4, 2016
"Deadpool" takes one step forward and one step back

“Deadpool” takes one step forward and one step back

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
March 1, 2016
Thoughts on the Oscar winners

Thoughts on the Oscar winners

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
March 1, 2016
"The People vs. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story" review: the first great show of 2016

“The People vs. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story” review: the first great show of 2016

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
February 9, 2016
Photo from Creative Commons lincolnblues at flickr.com https://www.flickr.com/photos/lincolnblues/5121440257

Academy Awards continue to exclude minorities

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
February 8, 2016
Swaying with the beat senior Dewann Stone Jr. performs alongside fellow Innovation members. Innovation, along with Synergy, performed in front of family and fellow students Jan. 11 beginning at 8:30 p.m.

Show choir preps for season

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
January 14, 2016
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens": a dazzling, emotional return to a galaxy far, far away

“Star Wars: The Force Awakens”: a dazzling, emotional return to a galaxy far, far away

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
January 5, 2016
Sharbat Gula (left) and Florence Owens Thompson in their iconic photos.

History in photos: “Afghan Girl” (1984), “Migrant Mother” (1936)

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
January 5, 2016
"Extraordinary Tales": a gorgeous, macabre tribute to Edgar Allan Poe

“Extraordinary Tales”: a gorgeous, macabre tribute to Edgar Allan Poe

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
November 16, 2015
"The Martian": a fantastic interstellar epic

“The Martian”: a fantastic interstellar epic

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
October 8, 2015
Homecoming attendees put their hands up in the air during the song "All I Do Is Win" by DJ Khaled. The dance was held at Summit Middle School Oct. 3 starting at 8 p.m.

Students lei down homecoming week

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
October 6, 2015
Graduated senior Mason Rumpf tests out his Action TrackChair. Rumpf plans to use the chair to help friends and neighbors with various types of yard work.

Former student raises $15,000 to purchase wheelchair

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
September 21, 2015
VMAs 2015 recap

VMAs 2015 recap

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
September 1, 2015
"Jurassic World": a roaring-good time

“Jurassic World”: a roaring-good time

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
June 30, 2015
"Avengers: Age of Ultron": a satisfying sequel

“Avengers: Age of Ultron”: a satisfying sequel

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
May 18, 2015
Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock.

“Marvel’s Daredevil”: a new breed of hero

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
April 20, 2015
The poster for "Kingsman" perfectly represents the blend of style and action.

“Kingsman” pays homage to the spy genre

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
April 2, 2015
Seniors Autumn Askew and Elea Kaptain joined the Distinguished Young Women program this year, and Askew won the competition and will represent the state of Iowa.

Distinguished Young Women Program recognizes students

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
March 31, 2015
Stage manager, senior Rylee Keith takes attendance of cast members March 9 at their rehearsal at Des Moines Onstage. Adolescent Anarchy's production of "Big Fish: The Musical" is set to premiere in May 1-10 at Grand View University.

Students assist in “Big Fish: The Musical” premiere

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
March 10, 2015
Caucasian actress Rooney Mara poses as Native American Tiger Lily. With a look at the full poster, apparently traditional Native American outfits now consist of plaid.

Hollywood returns to whitewashing the movie screen

Erin Bockenstedt, Staff Writer
January 29, 2015
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