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The Courier

College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier

The Nun II is a Run-of-the-Mill Horror Feature

“The Nun II” is a Run-of-the-Mill Horror Feature

“The Nun II” awkwardly combines elements of horror, adventure and religious themes.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
October 2, 2023
“You Hurt My Feelings” is a Brilliant True-to-Life Comedy

“You Hurt My Feelings” is a Brilliant True-to-Life Comedy

Julia Louis Dreyfus stars in a thought provoking rom-com.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
A Meditation on Guilt and Power in “Oppenheimer”

A Meditation on Guilt and Power in “Oppenheimer”

Cillian Murphy gives a varied and enthralling performance in the summer blockbuster.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
September 4, 2023
The Icon is More Human than Plastic in “Barbie”

The Icon is More Human than Plastic in “Barbie”

“Barbie” goes beyond expectations in Greta Gerwig’s fantasy comedy.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
September 4, 2023
Slow Burner, Psychological Thriller “Run Rabbit Run” is a Portrait of a Grief-Stricken Mother

Slow Burner, Psychological Thriller “Run Rabbit Run” is a Portrait of a Grief-Stricken Mother

In the confusing and unsettling story of “Run Rabbit Run,” a young girl’s convinced that she’s the long-lost sister of her mother who’s still haunted by the disappearance of her sister.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
July 17, 2023
Life is Like a Dream in “Village”

Life is Like a Dream in “Village”

In Kamon village, a young man has a reversal of fortunes in going from an outcast to the people’s star.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
July 17, 2023
“Turning Red:” A Beautiful Exploration of Adolescence

“Turning Red:” A Beautiful Exploration of Adolescence

“Turning Red” provides a touching and comedic look into the life of an adolescent girl dealing with the pull between parental pressure and teenage misadventures.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
June 19, 2023
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Experience Sonic Like Never Before in the Epic Open-World Game, Sonic Frontiers

Sonic Frontier's new gameplay updates, strong writing, and a brand new character usher it into the new era of Sonic games.
Johnny Chirayil, Social Media Editor
June 18, 2023
“Greenberg:” How Staying in the Past Hurts the Present

“Greenberg:” How Staying in the Past Hurts the Present

Nuanced performances and moving writing turns “Greenberg” into a portrait of a man holding onto his past.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
May 15, 2023
“Hunger” Shows the Flipside of Gordon Ramsay-like Fame

“Hunger” Shows the Flipside of Gordon Ramsay-like Fame

Despite on-the-nose dialogue and visual presentation, the moral development in “Hunger” makes it worth a watch.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
May 8, 2023
“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” Remains a Great and Conflicted Romance

“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” Remains a Great and Conflicted Romance

“Eternal Sunshine's” clever, pessimistic script is brought to life by detailed visuals, a couple great performances and a melancholy soundtrack.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023
“Little Miss Sunshine” Embraces the Disappointment in Life

“Little Miss Sunshine” Embraces the Disappointment in Life

“Little Miss Sunshine” is inspirational in its disappointment, giving us a new view on life and its challenges.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
April 24, 2023
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