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Considered by many to be a classic of the golden age of Hollywood, 1955’s “The Night of the Hunter” delivers a folk tale-like atmosphere that’s equal parts serene as it is terrifying. Add in an amazing performance from Robert Mitchum as serial killer and self-proclaimed preacher Harry Powell and it’s easy to see how this movie earned its praise. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios)
Hornet Horrors: ‘The Night of the Hunter’
Jacob Peterson, News Editor • September 29, 2023
Long lauded as a classic of filmmaking in general, “The Night of the Hunter” mixes scares with a fairytale-like atmosphere.
Sac State students sit and watch the first WEUSI music festival at Serna Plaza Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. This was the first WEUSI music festival UNiQUE Programs has hosted ever at Sacramento State.
Dance the night away at Sac State’s WEUSI music festival
Katelyn Marano, Staffer • September 27, 2023
Sacramento State’s UNiQUE program hosts a music festival not to forget, with food trucks and Stinger Expo vendors.
The fall season is here and now’s the perfect time to add some new music to your playlist! From the timeless classic “Autumn in New York” to modern hits such as “We Fell In Love in October,” this is a playlist everyone can enjoy! (Photo and graphic created in Canva by Madelaine Church)
A playlist everyone will fall for this season
Madelaine Church, Staffer • September 26, 2023
Here are the top ten songs that The State Hornet recommends everyone to listen to this fall.
Considered a classic of Canadian film and a cult haunted house hit, “The Changeling 1980 does a lot to earn those accolades. It may not be the scariest horror flick to hit the silver screen, but it’s certainly one of the most well made. (Image courtesy of Chessman Park Productions)
Hornet Horrors: ‘The Changeling’
Jacob Peterson, News Editor • September 22, 2023
A cult classic, 1980 Canadian horror film “The Changeling,” does a lot to earn its place in the lexicon of haunted house flicks.
Casey Mann poses for a photograph at the World’s Worst Expo booth Saturday, Sept. 17, 2023. Mann helped organize the World’s Worst Expo this past weekend.
Explore the world of Y2K fashion at the World’s Worst Expo
Katelyn Marano, Staffer • September 18, 2023
As fashion and styles change, clothing waste increases. Vendors at the World's Worst Expo bring life to vintage Y2K clothing for an all new generation.
El Grito: a Pre-Mexican Independence Day celebration fills the University Union
El Grito: a Pre-Mexican Independence Day celebration fills the University Union
Angelica Brito September 18, 2023
Sac State UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha packed the University Ballroom for a celebration of Mexican Heritage.
Members of Banda Uriense look out to the crowd at the Mexican Independence Day celebration at Sac State Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. This annual celebration is called El Grito.
Kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month with El Grito
Angie Kallas, Visuals Staffer • September 16, 2023
A record number of attendees celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month at El Grito!
One of many adaptations of the works of horror author H.P. Lovecraft, 1985s Re-Animator manages to also be one of the best. A great example of an 80s cult classic, this flick has all the blood and cheesiness you could want. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Empire Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Re-Animator’
Jacob Peterson, News Editor • September 15, 2023
With a healthy combination of cheesiness and gory effects, the 1985 “Re-Animator” is exactly what you’d look for in an 80s cult classic.
The Portokalos family arrives at Toula’s father’s village in Greece. John Corbett as Ian Miller takes out his phone for a group selfie with the family. The film is humorous and romantic and consists of family and cultural acceptance.
'My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3’ brings family together
Asyah Zamani, Staffer • September 14, 2023
The romantic comedy franchise “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” has a third film that takes place in Greece with the original cast.
Sac State students browse through vendors during Stinger Expo inside the University Union Ballroom, Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023. An estimate of 800 students attended yesterday.
GALLERY: Explore Stinger Expo’s clothing galore
Madelaine Church, Staffer • September 13, 2023
Stinger Expo had its first event for the 2023-2024 academic year inside the University Union Ballroom Tuesday.
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Jakhari Smith inspires confidence with uplifting lyrics and undeniable flow
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Jakhari Smith inspires confidence with uplifting lyrics and undeniable flow
Cristian Gonzalez September 12, 2023
The Stinger Sound Sessions streak continues with Sacramento’s MVP: Jakhari Smith.
GUTS is the second studio album by Olivia Rodrigo, produced again by Dan Nigro, who produced her first album, SOUR. The pre-release single vampire, was released on June 30, 2023. It debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100. (Photo courtesy of Geffen Records)
REVIEW: Olivia Rodrigo spills her ‘GUTS’ on second album
Hailey Valdivia, Arts & Entertainment Editor • September 11, 2023
After the success of “SOUR,” Olivia Rodrigo follows up with her sophomore album, “GUTS,” adding another successful album underneath her belt.
Filmed on location in Ireland in the 1980s, Rawhead Rex is a rare divergence from the slasher flicks domination the box office at the time. Unfortunately that novelty doesnt do nearly enough to carry whats ultimately a pretty middling film. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image Courtesy of Empire Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Rawhead Rex’
Jacob Peterson, News Editor • September 8, 2023
While ‘Rawhead Rex’ isn’t the first adaptation of Clive Barker’s works to hit the silver screen, it was the one that made him take the reins of future adaptations.
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Heron Rana delivers the grooves with a blend of hip-hop, jazz and brazilian-inspired rhythms
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Heron Rana delivers the grooves with a blend of hip-hop, jazz and brazilian-inspired rhythms
Cristian Gonzalez September 7, 2023
“Women.” “Artists.” “Bitches.” We all love them. Enjoy all three with Heron Rana in our latest iteration of Stinger Sound Sessions!
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STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Ruby Woos dominate with rock, pop and pop-rock tunes
Cristian Gonzalez, Multimedia Editor • August 31, 2023
Learn about the history of male full frontal nudity with The Ruby Woos on the newest installation of Stinger Sound Sessions.

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