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‘Amélie’ takes viewers on whimsical Parisian adventure

May 13, 2022
University of Illinois President Timothy Killeen speaks at the 21st Ebertfest on April 10, 2019. Ebertfest will be back for its 22nd year after being canceled in 2020.

Ebertfest returns to Virginia Theatre

April 19, 2022
Linklater’s ‘Before Sunrise’ remains a ’90s indie classic

Linklater’s ‘Before Sunrise’ remains a ’90s indie classic

April 14, 2022
Jon Hansen took on a variety of roles during his time at WPGU, and even becoming the news director. After his time with Illini Media, Hansen worked for WCIU-TV, WGN-AM and a variety of other radio and TV stations.

Chicago broadcaster Jon Hansen enters Illini Media Hall of Fame

April 8, 2022
Olivia Rodrigo onstage during the 64th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday. Rodrigo won three Grammys for Best Pop Vocal Album, Best New Artist and Best Pop Solo Performance.

Grammys features performances from Jon Batiste, Olivia Rodrigo, Silk Sonic, more

April 4, 2022
Best Picture winner ‘CODA’ offers heartfelt look at family, inclusivity

Best Picture winner ‘CODA’ offers heartfelt look at family, inclusivity

March 31, 2022
The cast and producers of CODA accept their award during the the 94th Academy Awards on Sunday. CODA is the first film from a streaming service to win Best Picture.

Oscars feature slaps, snubs, surprises

March 28, 2022
Cult following behind ‘But I’m a Cheerleader’ reinstates popularity

Cult following behind ‘But I’m a Cheerleader’ reinstates popularity

March 10, 2022
‘The Hunger Games’ redefines modern heroinism 

‘The Hunger Games’ redefines modern heroinism 

March 3, 2022
Madeline Miller, author of New York Times Bestsellers Circe and The Song of Achilles, is partnering with the Champaign and other Illinois libraries to talk about novels.

‘Song of Achilles’ author comes to Champaign Library

February 28, 2022
If Beale Street Could Talk pulls at heartstrings

‘If Beale Street Could Talk’ pulls at heartstrings

February 24, 2022
University alumnus Garrett Frank plays the guitar outside of the Illini Union on Saturday. Frank recently joined the band Kangaroo Court last fall.

Kangaroo Court guitarist brings passion to stage

February 23, 2022
Living spaces affect mental health

Living spaces affect mental health

February 16, 2022
‘Valentine’s Day’ features shallow, uneven storylines

‘Valentine’s Day’ features shallow, uneven storylines

February 10, 2022
Sydney Sweeney and Alexa Demie star in “Euphoria” season two.

Male, female gaze battle for screen time during intimacy scenes

February 9, 2022
Benedict Cumberbatch stars in the 2021 Netflix film The Power of Dog. The film has been nominated for Best Pictures for the Oscars.

‘The Power of the Dog’ leads Oscars nominations, Lady Gaga, ‘tick, tick…BOOM!’ snubbed

February 9, 2022
‘The Big Sick’ ventures beyond typical V-Day romcoms

‘The Big Sick’ ventures beyond typical V-Day romcoms

February 3, 2022

Joe Wright’s 2005 ‘Pride & Prejudice’ captivates audiences with stunning visual elements, timeless storytelling

January 27, 2022

‘The Holiday’ is a delightful holiday romantic comedy 

December 24, 2021
The Happiest Season features cookie-cutter holiday romance

‘The Happiest Season’ features cookie-cutter holiday romance

December 16, 2021

Steven Spielberg’s ‘West Side Story’ is a powerful reimagining of a classic

December 14, 2021
Tis the season for quirky plots: Hallmark holiday movies delight audiences

‘Tis the season for quirky plots: Hallmark holiday movies delight audiences

December 2, 2021
UI FAA, Engineering salaries highlight underfunding in arts education

UI FAA, Engineering salaries highlight underfunding in arts education

November 24, 2021
Adeles new album cover for 30 is shown above. The album released on Nov. 19 and is receiving high praise.

Adele makes impactful return with ‘30’

November 21, 2021
Escape the rainy weather on campus with The Umbrellas of Cherbourg

Escape the rainy weather on campus with ‘The Umbrellas of Cherbourg’

November 18, 2021
Taylor Swifts new album Red (Taylors Version) is shown above. The album was released on Nov. 12 and has had many fans excited about revisiting the album.

Taylor Swift revisits heartbreak in second re-record

November 14, 2021
Ben Barnes stars in the music video for his song 11:11. The song is off Barnes debut EP Songs for You, which was released Oct. 15.

Musician, actor Ben Barnes talks debut extended play, musical influences

November 12, 2021
‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ creates trailblazing queer love stories in modern film

‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ creates trailblazing queer love stories in modern film

November 11, 2021
The non-profit social justice RSO Organic Oneness hosted environmental experts from Chicago as a part of their Exchange for Justice Speaker Series with the Gamma Phi Omega sorority. The event was titled, “Missing Narratives: How Climate Actions are Producing Winners and Losers.” 

Organic Oneness hosts discussion with environmental justice experts 

November 6, 2021
Cannes top prize winner Titane is shocking, revolutionary

Cannes top prize winner ‘Titane’ is shocking, revolutionary

November 4, 2021
Best of CU: Best Place to Cry on Campus

Best of CU: Best Place to Cry on Campus

November 3, 2021
Editors Picks: Best Underrated Spots on Campus

Editors’ Picks: Best Underrated Spots on Campus

November 3, 2021
Best of CU: Best Photo Op

Best of CU: Best Photo Op

November 3, 2021
Best of CU: Best Place to People-Watch

Best of CU: Best Place to People-Watch

November 3, 2021
A still from the film Paris, the 13th District is shown above. Though the film was a buzz standout, it did not end up winning any awards at the Chicago International Film Festivals International Feature Film Competition.

Chicago Film Festival announces International Feature Film Competition

October 29, 2021
Revisit Scream on its 25th anniversary

Revisit ‘Scream’ on its 25th anniversary

October 28, 2021
Kristen Stewart stars as Princess Diana in Spencer, which was shown at the Chicago International Film Festival Oct. 20 and Oct. 22. The film comes out in the U.S. Nov. 5.

‘Spencer,’ ‘Tsugua Diaries’ highlight second week of Chicago Film Festival

October 27, 2021
The still from Wes Andersons The French Dispatch is shown above. The film, starring Bill Murray, Frances McDormand and Timothée Chalamet, was one of many shown at the Chicago Film Festival last week. The film premieres in the U.S. Friday.

‘The French Dispatch,’ ‘Halloween Kills’ open Chicago Film Festival

October 21, 2021
‘Fantastic Mr. Fox’ whimsically captures fall aesthetic

‘Fantastic Mr. Fox’ whimsically captures fall aesthetic

October 14, 2021
Meg Ryan stars in the film When Harry Met Sally which was released on July 21, 1989. The movie is an essential watch for the fall.

‘When Harry Met Sally’ remains an essential must-watch fall movie

October 7, 2021
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