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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


“Money Heist” iconic mask depicting a mustachioed man in the middle, with layers of cash in the background.

Reel Thoughts: “Money Heist” brings the action in its final season

January 9, 2022

Filled with complex heist plans, action and drama, Netflix’s “Money Heist” succeeded at bringing a climactic end to its five-season run. The long-awaited second part of the final season released...

An outline of author Andrea Bartz’s silhouette in front of four copies of her bestselling novel, “We Were Never Here.”

From the white page to the silver screen: Medill alumna Andrea Bartz’s novel may be adapted into Netflix movie

November 17, 2021

When writing a new novel, Andrea Bartz (Medill ’08) always starts by developing the book’s hook. Though she may have no idea how the book will begin or end, she knows the hook will drive readers to...

Mara Brock Akil (Medill ‘92). Akil, best known for hit-sitcom “Girlfriends,” is set to produce multiple new projects for Netflix as part of a multi-year deal.

Mara’s World, Mara’s Way

February 24, 2021

The Monthly Mara Brock Akil (Medill ’92) still remembers the first time she made an audience laugh. As a freshman at Northwestern, she volunteered to help some friends in the Black sketch comedy...

Borrok: We have far too many streaming services

February 11, 2021

If you were watching the Super Bowl, then more likely than not, you saw a barrage of commercials for Paramount+, ViacomCBS’ new streaming service arriving next month. This overhaul of CBS All Access...

Podculture: Why All Your Favorite Villains Are Gay...ish

Podculture: Why All Your Favorite Villains Are Gay…ish

February 3, 2021

There’s a few characteristics that define the classic Disney villain: they usually hate princesses, end up falling from a great height and… are queer coded? It turns out many of Disney’s most popular...

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