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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Television and Film

A girl with brown hair and a black cat stare forward against a green backdrop with four-leaf clovers, golden coins and the word “Luck” painted in white letters.

Reel Thoughts: ‘Luck’ is an unlucky animated feature with flashes of unfulfilled potential

August 4, 2022

This article contains spoilers. Eighteen-year-old Sam Greenfield (Eva Noblezada), the unluckiest person alive, is at the helm of Skydance Media’s newest film “Luck,” which premieres on Apple TV+...

A man stands behind the camera while a woman directs next to him.

Alum couple explores intercultural relationships in web series ‘Converting’

July 21, 2022

Ariella Khan (Communication ’21) always struggled with navigating cultural confusion between her American and Pakistani identities, especially while growing up. When she began dating cinematographer...

Two lit-up faces on the right and left sides. “The Boys” is written in the middle.

Reel Thoughts: ‘The Boys’ are back and better than ever

July 17, 2022

Warning: This article contains spoilers. The Boys are back in town! No, I’m not talking about the 1976 hit single by Irish rock band Thin Lizzy, I’m talking about “The Boys.” If you’re not...

Three minions pop out of a yellow background that reads “Reel Thoughts” over and over. The middle minion holds a sign above his head that says, “Minions: The Rise of Gru.”

Reel Thoughts: Minions: The Rise of Gru is a despicable cult classic

July 10, 2022

This article contains spoilers.  As we walked down North Sheridan Road to the New 400 Theater, our anticipation Gru and Gru. Donning overalls atop a yellow shirt and a black outfit with a striped scarf,...

The Season Four logo of “Stranger Things.” Its main characters are in the foreground.

Reel Thoughts: ‘Stranger Things’ Season Four: An even darker twist on the horror series

July 6, 2022

Chrissy, wake up babes. Volume 2 just dropped. Close to three years after Season Three’s release, Volumes 1 and 2 of Season Four of “Stranger Things” were released on May 27 and July 1, respectively....

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