A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
"Shore" is a poignant, sharply written album that fits snugly in Fleet Foxes' discography.

Fleet Foxes surprises with the feathery musings of “Shore”

Tucker Lang, Staff Writer
October 4, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has halted progress on many commercial projects, including movies like "The Batman" and "Mission: Impossible 7," TV shows like "The Walking Dead" and "Love Island" and albums by artists like Weezer and Rihanna.

COVID-19 is delaying our most anticipated releases

Tucker Lang, Staff Writer
September 20, 2020
"I'm Thinking of Ending Things," Charlie Kaufman's Netflix-exclusive adaptation of Iain Reid's 2016 debut novel, is an existential drama that both challenges and reveres the rules of storytelling.

“I’m Thinking of Ending Things” is an existential knockout

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
September 16, 2020
XCOM: Chimera Squad is a pretty decent expansion for the price you pay.

XCOM: Chimera Squad review

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
June 2, 2020
Netflix's Spanish-language programming might be just the ticket to get you through this next stretch of quarantine.

Creative “Cuarentena” Part II: Netflix’s Top 10 Spanish shows to binge in quarantine

Marilyn Santos, Staff Writer
May 21, 2020
"Are You Experienced" is an all-time great classic rock album, and while its 53rd anniversary might not usually make the news cycle, there's really nothing else to talk about.

“Are You Experienced”: A classic album turns … 53

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2020
"Final Fantasy VII Remake" sometimes features redundant gameplay, but its immense scale, captivating design and colossal story make it a must-play.

“Final Fantasy VII Remake”: A reinvention, not a rehash

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
April 24, 2020
Netflix's Spanish-language programming might be just the ticket to get you through this next stretch of quarantine.

Creative “Cuarentena” Part I: Netflix’s Top 10 Spanish shows to binge in quarantine

Marilyn Santos, Staff Writer
April 13, 2020
Following recent shelter-in-place orders in response to COVID-19, the Sonoma County Student Film Festival moved to Zoom videoconference where audience participate from the safety of their homes.

Sonoma County Student Film Festival: A socially distanced showcase of student talent

Edgar Soria Garcia and Nick Vides
April 9, 2020
Embrace your inner pirate in the fantastical, gorgeous world of "Sea of Thieves."

No need for social distancing; Three video games to keep you connected during shelter-in-place

Stephen Howe, Staff Writer
April 9, 2020
The pacing and chronology of events in the docuseries “Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez" motivate the viewer to continue watching as key points are presented throughout the three episodes.

Five Netflix shows to watch while you’re cooped up

Jonathan Bigall, Staff Writer
April 8, 2020
One of the darkest films in the noir canon, "Scarlet Street" has a shocking, tragic ending and bleak cinematography, perfect for feel-bad vibes in these heavy times.

Five free feel-bad film classics for quarantine

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
April 8, 2020
Skull is one of five board games recommended to beat the boredom under Sonoma County's shelter-in-place order dictating social distancing.

Board games to beat boredom; Five not-digital games to entertain during shelter-in-place

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
April 8, 2020
Students, faculty and alumni gather at Burbank Auditorium to celebrate the unveiling after an over one-year long process.

Refurbished Burbank Auditorium opens after two-year closure

Edgar Soria Garcia, Magazine Editor
March 19, 2020
“Sonic the Hedgehog”: Forgettable but fun video game adaptation

“Sonic the Hedgehog”: Forgettable but fun video game adaptation

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin and Stephen Howe
March 12, 2020
Tame Impala plays it safe — but succeeds — by following up on the psychedelic electronic pop of 2015's "Currents" with another helping of vibrant, genre-bending production from the project's mastermind, Kevin Parker.

Tame Impala returns with trippy, electronic “The Slow Rush”

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2020
Santa Rosa Junior College theater arts program will open the newly renovated Burbank Auditorium with a performance of Martin McDonagh's dark comedy "The Cripple of Inishmaan" at both matinee and evening performances from March 6 to 8 and 11 to 15.

“The Cripple of Inishmaan” to open renovated Burbank Auditorium March 6

Edgar Soria Garcia, Magazine Editor
March 5, 2020
Although Lady Gaga's new single "Stupid Love" is one worthy of singing along, the video does not do her new track justice.

Going Gaga for “Stupid Love” 

Edgar Soria Garcia, Magazine Editor
March 3, 2020
Hard to follow plotlines while failing to appeal to a "younger" crowd, both "The Selfie Man" and "Friend Request" scare viewers for all the wrong reasons.

Horrible Horror: Awful internet-themed horror movies I’ve watched so you don’t have to

Edgar Soria Garcia, Magazine Editor
March 3, 2020
Set in a zombie apocalypse, "Daybreak" is a colorful teen comedy with solid comedic writing and fun performances.

Daybreak: A true teenage wasteland

Jonathan Bigall, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
Pliny the Younger's 2020 release, in addition to being available at both the brewery's Santa Rosa and Windsor taprooms, offered something new: the coveted beer in bottles available to take home.

Pliny the Younger: Well worth the wait

Nick Vides and Luke Morrow, Photography
February 25, 2020

Which supermarket has the best chocolate chip cookies?

Edgar Soria Garcia and Alex Fuller
February 13, 2020
"Birds of Prey" rejuvenates the tired tropes of the comic book movie genre by blowing viewers away with stunning visuals and relatable moments that excite the common feminist movie goer.

“Birds of Prey”: A comic book movie made by and for women

Alex Fuller, Staff Writer
February 11, 2020
South Korean director Bong Joon-ho won big at the 2020 Academy Awards, with his film "Parasite" winning Best International Feature, Best Original Screenplay, Best Director and Best Picture. Taika Waititi and Hildur Guðnadóttir also took home historic awards in the Oscars' second straight year without a host.

The Oscars: More than an awards show

Maisie French, Staff Writer
February 11, 2020
"Miss Americana," the new Taylor Swift documentary directed by Lana Wilson, received rave reviews from critics and fans after its premiere Jan. 23 at Sundance Film Festival; the film released on Netflix a week later on Jan. 31.

I’ve been a Swiftie for most of my life, and I loved “Miss Americana”

Kayla Beaton, Sports Editor
February 5, 2020
SuenaTron hypes an excitable crowd at the Mystic Theater in Petaluma, California. The band is currently working on its first album and has not yet set a release date.

San Jose’s SuenaTron seeks to reform latin music

Zane Zinkl and Riley Palmer
January 21, 2020
10 iconic films from the 2010s

10 iconic films from the 2010s

James Domizio, Staff Writer
December 12, 2019
Drummer Rafael Bañuelos, 21, performs on Nov. 9 at 3 Disciples Brewing in Santa Rosa during an Incredulous show.

Garages and bedrooms and bars: Making it big in Sonoma County

Séamus Reed, A&E Editor
December 12, 2019
Action Bronson, is a native of the Flushing neighborhood of Queens, New York. His music is influenced by New York culture, his culinary background, and his affinity for Sports Cars.

Action Bronson’s “Lamb Over Rice”: Groovy but abrupt

Séamus Reed, Arts and Entertainment Editor
December 9, 2019
"The Irishman" overcomes a massive 209-minute runtime to become one of the decade's greatest gangster films on the backs of master direction from Martin Scorsese and larger-than-life performances from Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci.

“The Irishman” is a lengthy yet rich masterpiece

James Domizio, Staff Writer
December 9, 2019
Students from Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University have come together for their production of the broadway play "The Sound of Music" from Nov. 22 to Dec. 8 at the Evert B. Peterson Theatre building in SSU.

SRJC’s “The Sound of Music” at Sonoma State

Abraham Fuentes, Photo Editor
November 26, 2019
Director Boon Joon-Ho's latest film reflecting on themes on classism and socio-economic inequality has become one of the most praised and well-known foreign films of the year.

“Parasite”: an outstanding depiction of class struggle

Jesse Kapukui, Staff Writer
November 24, 2019
"The Mandalorian" is fresh, exciting content that entertains and provokes thought; it's the "Star Wars" TV show fans have been waiting for.

Seven thoughts about “The Mandalorian”

James Domizio, Staff Writer
November 24, 2019
Students from Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University have come together for their production of the broadway play "The Sound of Music" from Nov. 22 to Dec. 8 at the Evert B. Peterson Theatre building in SSU.

“The Sound of Music” arrives at Sonoma State

Jesse Kapukui, Co-Features Editor
November 22, 2019
Lil Peep's final album was released Nov. 12, 2019.

“Everybody’s Everything”: Lil Peep’s influence remains alive

Sam McMinimy, Staff Writer
November 20, 2019
In A24's "The Lighthouse", actors Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson battle the sea and their psyches.

“The Lighthouse”: The horror aquatic

Séamus Reed, Arts and Entertainment Editor
November 20, 2019
Cult Classic "The Thing" was not a critical success during its release but found a cult following in the years after and is considered one of the greatest films in horror history.

“The Thing”: Fear the unknown

Abraham Fuentes, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2019
Pumpkin Nights is a travelling mini-carnival featuring over 3,000 real pumpkins hand-carved by local artists.

Pumpkin Nights is a lovely pumpkin-themed date night

James Domizio, Staff Writer
October 31, 2019
Vibe-O-Ween: Four free horror films and a Halloween playlist

Vibe-O-Ween: Four free horror films and a Halloween playlist

James Domizio and Téa Lindsey
October 31, 2019
1996's "Scream" stars Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott, a high schooler stalked by a mysterious killer on the anniversary of her mother's death.

A horror movie must: “Scream” (1996)

Ian MacGregor, Sports Editor
October 31, 2019
JPEGMAFIA promotes the release of his newest album "All My Heroes Are Cornballs" with an electrifying performance at The New Parish in Oakland.

JPEGMAFIA brings “All My Heroes Are Cornballs” to Oakland

Jesse Kapukui, Features Co-Editor
October 17, 2019
“El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” — a worthy epilogue to a monolithic series

“El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” — a worthy epilogue to a monolithic series

James Domizio, Staff Writer
October 17, 2019
A vendor sells necklaces at SRJC's Indigenous People’s Day celebration in Bertolini Quad.

SRJC celebrates Indigenous People’s Day

Kayla Beaton, Staff Writer
October 16, 2019
Despite its amateur elements, "Carnival of Souls" is a horror classic due to its focus on the independence of women and its haunting atmosphere created by cinematography, editing and an ethereal organ score by Gene Moore.

“Carnival of Souls”: a feminist horror classic

James Domizio, Staff Writer
October 16, 2019
Author Victor Villaseñor left California as a young man to live in Mexico. Returning to the United States at 20, Villaseñor has written nine novels and 65 short stories.

The voice of genius inside us: Victor Villaseñor

Séamus Reed, A&E Editor
October 15, 2019
New SRJC art exhibit breaks stereotypes one piece at a time

New SRJC art exhibit breaks stereotypes one piece at a time

Sam Mcminimy, Staff Writer
October 13, 2019
Danny Brown released the colorful, synth-heavy "uknowhatimsayin¿" Oct. 4, three years after the release of his last studio album, the critically acclaimed portrait of darkness and addiction "Atrocity Exhibition."

“uknowhatimsayin¿”: Danny Brown’s palette changes once again

James Domizio, Staff Writer
October 12, 2019
Todd Philips' bleak and twisted portrait of the infamous Joker character's backstory and ultimate descent into madness is as compelling as it is tragic. Joaquin Phoenix's performace will stand as one of his best.

Gotham City’s beautiful dark twisted fantasy

Jesse Kapukui, Features Editor
October 9, 2019
The Good Doctor: SRJC Theater Arts’ last performance in Newman Auditorium

The Good Doctor: SRJC Theater Arts’ last performance in Newman Auditorium

Séamus Reed, A&E Editor
October 3, 2019
Though unsuspecting, Bose Frames come with two directional speakers on both the left and right arms of the sunglasses.

Bose Frames: Adding ambience to the world

Abraham Fuentes, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2019
"Babushka Boi" music video features A$AP Rocky and accomplices on the run from pig-faced cops.

Get home ASAP, A$AP: Rocky’s “First Day Out” track

Sam McMinimy, Staff Writer
September 19, 2019
It's easy, cheap and vital to watch climate change documentaries; websites like YouTube and Vimeo allow widespread free access to quality edutainment.

Four climate change documentaries and how you can watch them for free

James Domizio, Staff Writer
September 18, 2019
I watched over 365 movies last year and now I have movie burnout

I watched over 365 movies last year and now I have movie burnout

James Domizio, Staff Writer
September 18, 2019
Youth activists fight for future at PLANET HOME conference in San Francisco

Youth activists fight for future at PLANET HOME conference in San Francisco

Téa Lindsey, Staff Writer
September 18, 2019
Ms. Lauryn Hill, CeeLo Green rock Day 2 of Sonoma Harvest Music Festival

Ms. Lauryn Hill, CeeLo Green rock Day 2 of Sonoma Harvest Music Festival

James Domizio, Staff Writer
September 18, 2019
Lana del Ray and Duke Nicholson on the cover of "Norman F*cking Rockwell."

“Norman F*cking Rockwell”: Doesn’t rock but it does all right

Jasmine Benigno-Hall, Staff Writer
September 12, 2019
Ancient Puebloan pottery on display inside the Jesse Peter Multicultural Museum on SRJC campus.

College’s collection of hundred-year-old pottery on exhibition

Alex Nunez, Staff Writer
September 5, 2019
JPEGMAFIA comes through with one of the most futuristic and compelling singles of the year. "Jesus, Forgive Me I Am a Thot" gives insight into Peggy's highly anticipated upcoming album slated for release on Sept. 16.

JPEGMAFIA’s Soul Escapes Temptation on Newest Single

Jesse Kapukui, Features Editor
September 5, 2019
Travis Scott performs in anticipation of, "Look Mom I Can Fly."

“Look Mom I Can Fly”: A glimpse into the life of Travis Scott

Sam McMinimy, Staff Writer
September 5, 2019
Disney unveils their new exciting line-up on Aug. 23-25 in Anaheim Calif. from Disney+ to upcoming Marvel movies for years to come.

D23 expo wrap-up: Disney+, Marvel, Star Wars and more

James Domizio, Staff Writer
September 5, 2019
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