When studying comedy, I was taught that parody is a form of high humor because of its witty commentary on its punchlines — making it an effective form of criticism to the mainstream. Unfortunately, the...

Thousands of miles from Ukraine, where war continues to reshape daily life, Zoia Shumak walks the halls of the College of DuPage with a steady smile. A Ukrainian student initially part of the Community...

Sitting in the massive IMAX auditorium for the new Ryan Gosling-led blockbuster “Project Hail Mary,” I couldn’t help but find myself distracted by the ecstatic energy of the child sitting beside...

Emerald Fennell has certainly made a name for herself this past decade. From the provocative “Promising Young Woman” to bold reimaginations in the Andrew Lloyd Webber composed “Cinderella” musical...

Visual of proposed changes.

With Valentine’s Day making its way here this upcoming weekend, the passionate presence of love begins to infiltrate its way into our surroundings. From boxes of chocolate and cheesy rom-coms to something...

For College of DuPage (COD) student artist Rachel White, she admittedly is not too certain as to what the grand, philosophical purpose to art is, but that does not necessarily matter to her. To White,...

Organizers of the “No Kings” protests returned on Oct. 18 to lead rallies nationwide to vocalize the peoples’ frustrations with the current U.S. administration. Much of the concerns involved the...

Prepare that “$10 founding father” for a ticket at the movie theater — “Hamilton” has finally received its theatrical release. Initially planned for a theatrical release on Oct. 15, 2021,...

For nearly three decades, Charles “Chuck” Steele has been helping students at the College of DuPage (COD) discover their voices as leaders. As the director of Student Life at COD, Steele guides programs...

How do you reckon with the fact that the art you’ve adored, pursued, and dedicated yourself to for decades has evolved to an extent in which the very qualities that drew you to it are barely recognizable...

In a world of sequels, remakes and franchises, moviegoing audiences have been yearning for more original films to be released in theaters. While studios have been pushing out more original big budget features...

How do we persevere through challenges to accomplish our goals? It’s a question many athletes contemplate as they compete in their respective sport. For College of DuPage (COD) student and athlete Samuel...

The tagline for 1978’s “Superman: The Movie” was that “You’ll believe a man can fly.” And for the most part, it was right. Even as dated as the effects can seem, there’s a magic in director...

During the difficult transition from adolescence to adulthood, it is a struggle to decide what career we want to dedicate the rest of our lives to. Some hold tightly to their dreams and pursue it in the...

The horror genre always appeals to a common fear its audience bears. With slashers, there’s the fear of a serial killer out in the world that could kill you in the most grisly ways. With body horror,...

Crowd from 'No Kings' protest hosted in Naperville, Illinois.

Tom Cruise. The so-called “savior of cinema” following the global success of 2022’s “Top Gun: Maverick.” A film that, according to Box Office Mojo, earned nearly $1.5 billion at the global box...

They called me a fool for still having faith in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Well, who’s the fool now?  Sitting down to watch “Thunderbolts*,” I hadn’t been this enthusiastic about...

Since YouTube and other video-sharing platforms emerged online, gaming content has dominated the internet as a medium extending far beyond its simple “gameplay video” premise. From Rooster Teeth’s...

Casual filmgoers and overworked movie theater employees beware: the most obnoxious movie of the decade has struck cinemas and is currently dominating box offices. It’s impossible to exist in the past...

“Disney’s Snow White” (2025) may be the most troubled release the studio has ever had in its over century-long history. Many online were outraged with the casting of Rachel Zegler as the titled character....

In an era where many Americans still fight against limited opportunity, Filipina-American Kristen Joyce Lopez refuses to let stereotypes of minorities define her. Driven by cultural pride and a commitment...

“The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie” has miraculously seen the light of day after four years in copyright limbo. Although developed by Warner Bros. Animation back in 2021, the film, along...

Korean director Bong Joon-ho is not afraid to express his critiques on the economics and politics of capitalismt. Widely regarded as one of the top auteurs of the 21st century, thanks to films like “Okja”...

You know the saying. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. But fool me three times? Maybe I must’ve been the real fool the entire time. In a “post-Endgame” filmgoing culture...

For many in the younger generation, Y2K is often recognized as a flashy late '90s/early 2000s aesthetic. As someone who spent part of my childhood in that era, it’s both nostalgic and surreal to see...

Boasting a 60-year career featuring many iconic films, director John Waters stands as one of the most influential directors in American history. Bestowed with the title of “Pope of Trash” by writer...

White Industrialist Harry Lee Van Buren stares down the immigrant László Tóth and bitterly mutters, “We tolerate you.” This was a defining scene in Director Brady Corbet’s new film viscerally...

When I attended a late-night screening of “Wicked” at the Emagine Batavia, boasting the largest theater screen in Illinois, I was surprised to encounter such a full lobby. In all my years visiting...

I’ll admit, I was late to my screening of “Red One.” I thought I could grab a quick cup of coffee before the film, but the barista took forever. By the time I got to the theater, I was greeted with...

Golden Globes. BAFTA. The Academy Awards. As awards season steadily approaches, Hollywood needs to watch its back. There’s a small indie film quickly capturing the hearts of the millions who’ve seen...

The best thing Sony did with the “Spider-Man” IP was finally put a nail in the coffin of their only successful post-MCU franchise. The “Venom” movies were never good, but they were fun enough to...

In the three years following the release of his last album, fans have anxiously awaited Tyler, the Creator’s follow-up project. Since 2011, Tyler has consistently released a new album every two years....

For many, “Terrifier 3” may be the most violent and gory film they will ever see. I will be blunt in saying that this film is not for the faint of heart. I cannot recommend it to anyone who struggles...

Following an eight-minute standing ovation and wide critical acclaim after its premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, “The Apprentice” was determined to establish itself as one...

“Make love, not war.” Controversial images of riot police and military guards are seen violently resisting seemingly peaceful protesters. Sequences of the bloodied, beaten protesters from late ‘60s...

Live from New York, it’s director Jason Reitman’s SNL from hell. “Saturday Night Live” has become a staple for many Americans throughout the United States. The show’s silly antics and bizarre...

“Joker: Folie à Deux” is not an ordinary comic book movie. It is a film that ignores and refuses to cater to audience expectations for a sequel. Director Todd Phillips makes daring choices that don’t...