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The Courier

Book cover of Some People Need Killing: A Memoir of Murder In My Country by Patricia Evangelista

“Some People Need Killing” Review: A Filipino Journalist’s Call For Justice

The nonfiction memoir about contemporary politics in the Philippines unwinds the complex political atmosphere of the Philippines' war on drugs, and the journalist's subtle demand for the humanization and justice of its victims.
Mariyam Syed, Managing Editor
April 15, 2024
The Gentlemen: Fun But Ultimately Frivolous

“The Gentlemen”: Fun But Ultimately Frivolous

The new Netflix crime boss TV series is somewhat entertaining, but does not have the substance necessary to revive the genre.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
April 15, 2024
Photo by Elizabeth Barbosa

Physical Books, E-Books or Audiobooks: Which is Better?

Different mediums of reading provide many benefits to college students as well as downsides.
Areej Khalid, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
Dune: Part Two Official Movie Poster

A Shining Sequel: Review of “Dune: Part Two”

Made for both die-hard fans and newcomers to the Dune series, Villeneuve’s film offers stunning visuals, compelling performances and a captivating story that faithfully adapts the essence of Frank Herbert’s original series.
Marley Hamil, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
Killer Klassix: Midwest Blue - “Alarm Clock EP”

Killer Klassix: Midwest Blue – “Alarm Clock EP”

Given its more “independent” nature and very concentrated sound, the EP holds up against the very time it opposes thematically throughout the entirety of the album.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
“Eternal Sunshine:” Doesn’t Ariana Grande Know That The Internet Never Forgets?

“Eternal Sunshine:” Doesn’t Ariana Grande Know That The Internet Never Forgets?

Ariana Grande released her seventh album “Eternal Sunshine” about the highs and lows of being in love in an R&B, synth pop display.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
March 18, 2024
Demonstrators hold Palestinian flags at a Nov. 12 protest on Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Ill.

Selective Sympathy Amounts to Hypocrisy

Varying media coverage of international adversities suggests bias when it comes to demonstrating sympathy.
Areej Khalid, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
Graphic by Bee Bishop

The Fantasy Fumble: Why Big-Budget Adaptations Are Missing the Mark

The underwhelming adaptations of popular fantasy series like “Avatar: The Last Airbender” and “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” highlight common industry pitfalls, reflecting recurring issues in storytelling, character development and fidelity to the source material.
Marley Hamil, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
Killer Klassix: The True Blue - 2017 Singles

Killer Klassix: The True Blue – 2017 Singles

While initially challenging, the band flourished under the challenge, further pushing the sound of alternative pop, and adding their own artistic flare to each track produced during the beginning of the year.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
A Girlie Girl’s Guide to Smashing the Patriarchy: “Iron Widow” Review

A Girlie Girl’s Guide to Smashing the Patriarchy: “Iron Widow” Review

Xiran Jay Zhao sets out to create a technological and fantastical world to explore feminine rage unapologetically. The result was a fast-paced thrill ride that made for an entertaining read.
Bee Bishop, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2024
Graphic by Sara Spampinato

A Million Faces: Identity Within The Aesthetic Movement

A look into how the internet has turned visual language and subcultures into a fleeting trend.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
February 26, 2024
Killer Klassix: The True Blue 2016 Singles

Killer Klassix: The True Blue 2016 Singles

In the case of The True Blue, the search for identity is somewhere between prose-driven lyrics and small, thematic melodies that parallel experiences in life.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
February 26, 2024
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