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The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

Alex Trebek, host of Jeopardy! attends a ceremony honoring the shows executive producer Harry Friedman with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, in this Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, file photo. “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek died Sunday , Nov. 8, 2020, after battling pancreatic cancer for nearly two years. Trebek died at home with family and friends surrounding him, “Jeopardy!” studio Sony said in a statement. Trebek presided over the beloved quiz show for more than 30 years. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)

Alex Trebek, long-running ‘Jeopardy!’ host, dies at 80

Associated Press November 8, 2020

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek died Sunday after battling pancreatic cancer for nearly two years. He was 80. Trebek died at home early Sunday with family and friends surrounding...

The Child—dubbed Baby Yoda by fans— in the season opener ofThe Mandalorian.

REVIEW: ‘The Mandalorian’ returns with lackluster season opener

Lauren Coates November 1, 2020

When it was first announced on Disney+, “The Mandalorian” seemed like a show that was trying to do the impossible — forge forward with the “Star Was” Universe after the…. divisive… finale...

Still from Sweat, which was featured at the Chicago International Film Festival.

REVIEW: ‘Sweat’ explores the dark sides of social media stardom

Lauren Coates October 25, 2020

The idea of the “influencer” is a relatively new yet endlessly debated concept in the world of digital media. Where celebrities’ personal lives were once the subject of gossip columns and trashy...

Still of Sacha Baron Cohen in Borat Subsequent Moviefilm.

REVIEW: ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’ is a hilarious, biting satire

Logan Peterson October 25, 2020

A sequel to “Borat” —titled “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm”— was officially announced only a month ago, and now it is available to us at our fingertips — what a strange time to be alive.   Sacha...

Cooper Raiff directed, wrote and stars in the film “Shithouse” as a college freshmen who goes to a party with an older girl.

REVIEW: Future of indie films on display in ‘S#!%house’

Michael Brzezinski October 18, 2020

There is always something distinctly exciting about going in to view a fresh filmmaker’s very critically acclaimed directorial debut. There’s always the lingering possibility that whoever this new...

Laurent Thierry (Jun’ichi Suwabe) and Makoto Edamura (Chiaki Kobayashi) are the two stars of the crew in “Great Pretender.

REVIEW: ‘Great Pretender’ is one of this year’s best new shows

Nate Burleyson, Online Managing Editor October 18, 2020

Living through the lens of a swindler makes one realize life is not what it seems. The anime series “Great Pretender” demonstrates this beautifully through the eyes of small-time Japanese swindler...

THE BACHELORETTE - 1601 - Clare Crawley will finally embark on her journey to find her soul mate as The Bachelorette returns for its sizzling 16th season on a new night. After putting Juan Pablo in his place on the memorable, 18th season finale of The Bachelor, and gaining a new sense of resolve and self-worth, Clare is more than ready to put her romantic disappointments in the rearview mirror and start a wild ride to find her happily ever after on the season premiere of The Bachelorette, TUESDAY, OCT. 13 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (ABC/Craig Sjodin)
CLARE CRAWLEY

‘The Bachelorette’ recap: quarantine edition

Jocelyn Soto October 18, 2020

Bachelor Nation, I am so excited to say that the time has finally come. After the postponement of ABC’s hit shows “Bachelor in Paradise” and “The Bachelorette” this summer, the man of the hour...

Still of John Belushi in Animal House, one of his most famous roles.

REVIEW: ‘Belushi’ is a vibrant, unflinching portrayal of a comedy legend

Lauren Coates October 18, 2020

When the word “Chicago” is brought up in the entertainment industry, there are a number of famous faces that are immediately, intrinsically associated with the city — Bill Murray, Chance the Rapper,...

Cops resumes production after cancellation amid Black Lives Matter movement

‘Cops’ resumes production after cancellation amid Black Lives Matter movement

Eiman Navaid October 18, 2020

During the midst of the death of George Floyd and the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement, the television show "Cops" was canceled after 30 years of being on-air, with a spokesperson from Paramount...

Still of Frances McDormand in Chloe Zhaos third feature film Nomadland.

REVIEW: ‘Nomadland’ is a soulful exploration of humanity

Michael Brzezinski October 11, 2020

In 2015, Chloé Zhao launched her career with her feature debut “Songs My Brother Taught Me.” A profoundly tender and understated neo-realist portrait of life on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation....

Still from The Last Temptation of Christ which was met with a lot of backlash from Christian groups in the United States.

Movies don’t have to be bloody to be banned

Rebecca Meluch, News Editor October 11, 2020

October means we get to dim our lights, make a bowl of popcorn and have scary movie marathons. Or, it's the one time of the year where you’re sleeping with the lights on for a whole month, because your...

Spike Lee directs a concert film of David Byrnes American Utopia, set to premiere at the Chicago International Film Festival.

Five must-watch films at the Chicago International Film Festival

Lauren Coates October 11, 2020

Beginning on Thursday, Oct. 14, the city of Chicago will once again be home to the Chicago International Film Festival — albeit with a Covid-enduced twist. The festival, which has celebrated international...

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