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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


A horizontal black-to-yellow gradient. “Marvel Studios” logo above “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” logo next to 3D-style words: “Reel Thoughts.” Pictures of Rocket the raccoon with a baby Groot on his shoulder, Peter Quill (Star-Lord) and Gamora.

Reel Thoughts: James Gunn brings DC spin to Marvel in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”

May 7, 2023

Warning: This article contains spoilers.  “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” is not just the end of the road for Marvel’s favorite band of extraterrestrial misfits. It’s also James Gunn’s goodbye...

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Reel Thoughts: ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ is an emotionally resonant triumph for the Marvel Cinematic Universe

November 15, 2022

There is no comic-book movie like “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” and there never will be. The film tells a unique story of loss and legacy, while also paying tribute to the late and great Chadwick...

She-Hulk stands in front of a green and brown background.

Reel Thoughts: ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ is an unfunny comedy that still has some highlights

October 16, 2022

Warning: This story contains spoilers.  “The Office.” “New Girl.” “Seinfeld.” These are just a few of the most iconic sitcoms of all time. The newest cog in the Marvel machine, “She-Hulk:...

Two Doctor Stranges are looking in opposite directions. Between the Stranges is an extra eye, and to the right and left of the illustration are candles. Near the top of the illustration, a glowing version of Wanda Maximoff, the Scarlet Witch, appears.

Reel Thoughts: ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ is campy fun, but also underwhelming

May 12, 2022

Sam Raimi’s “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” is a film with an identity crisis. The 28th movie in the sprawling Marvel Cinematic Universe can’t decide whether it is a character-focused...

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” is possibly the MCU’s best Spidey film, mixing heart and humor into a surprisingly emotional final package.

Reel Thoughts: “Spider-Man: No Way Home” is a messy but emotionally powerful Spidey flick

January 4, 2022

It should have been impossible for “Spider-Man: No Way Home” to succeed. With the introduction of a live-action spider-verse and characters from numerous franchises, this film should have crumbled...

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