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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Patrons gather for concessions outside a screening of “Bonjour Tristesse” during the Technicolor of Love series at Chauncey FilmScene in Iowa City on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. “Bonjour Tristesse” is the third of this four-film series, concluding with “Heaven Can Wait” next week.

FilmScene reminds us of the beauty of Technicolor films

Hannah Childers, Arts Reporter February 23, 2025

When thinking of Technicolor, the first thing that comes to mind is the famous scene in the 1939 musical, “The Wizard of Oz,” where Dorothy opens the door to Munchkin Land to enter the world of...

Pieces of art hang on Linn St. In Iowa City on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025. The art is a part of the Stories Project, an interactive museum created by Brett Stitski.

Stories Project imagines celebration of literature for empty South Linn Street lot

Kate Wolfe, Arts Reporter February 18, 2025

Since the downtown Iowa City U.S. Bank drive-through was demolished in 2021, 21 S. Linn St. has sat vacant. Rather than fading into the backdrop, however, the barren lot jumps out at passers-by, its...

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Saints and sweethearts: the holy and hedonistic history of Valentine’s Day

Haya Hussain, Arts Reporter February 13, 2025

My first exposure to Valentine’s Day was when I was 9 years old watching season three, episode one of “Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse.” Dozens of Cherubian Cupids and romantic paraphernalia decorated...

The Hawk Tuah shot, poured by Conor Schley, is seen at Roxxy Bar and Grill on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. The shot is inspired by an internet meme like many of Roxxy's other drinks.

Review | Need a reason to try Roxxy’s? Here’s 98.

Stella Shipman, Managing Editor February 11, 2025

Anyone who has visited Roxxy since its opening in 2019 would recognize the stacks of mixtapes bordering the dance floor, the tangled guitars casting shadows over the bar, or the framed collections of...

Horror rom-coms come back from the dead

Horror rom-coms come back from the dead

Kyrsten White, Arts Reporter February 11, 2025

As Valentine’s Day approaches, couples are expected to run to theaters to enjoy the newest rom-com. But this year is different. Oddly, no big rom-coms have been released this February. At least,...

The Englert theatre sign is seen during the Los Lobos 50th Anniversary Tour performance in Iowa City on Nov. 20, 2024. A sign outside of the Englert advertises shows, including Los Lobos.

Curing cabin fever with art during the coldest months of the year

Laurel Preston, Arts Reporter February 4, 2025

The promise of spring is nearly here. The chirps of the birds have returned, and it is becoming more socially acceptable to wear hoodies outside instead of full winter gear equipped with long johns,...

A large Oscars statue is seen on the red carpet during preparations for the 2024 Academy Awards telecast.

UI discusses effect of California wildfires on Oscars ceremony

Grant Darnell, Arts Reporter January 28, 2025

“I hear what you guys are saying about the Oscars and how they’re a celebration of life, and the show must go on,” author Stephen King  shared on Threads.  “It all makes a degree of sense,...

UI students make New Year’s resolutions

UI students make New Year’s resolutions

Grant Darnell, Arts Reporter January 21, 2025

Third-year student Luke Ziolkowski was playing video games one day over winter break when a thought occurred to him. Ziolkowski, an English and creative writing major, had been keeping a journal...

Emily Knowles and Ava Mandle pose for a portrait by Christmas decorations in their dorm at Mayflower Residence Hall on Dec. 9. Many students like to put up holiday decorations in their dorms to celebrate the festive season.

Iowa students decorate their dorms for the holidays to capture the spirit of home

Haya Hussain, Arts Reporter December 17, 2024

University of Iowa students are feeling homesick as the year winds to a close, having freshly returned from fall break at home with a glimpse of the upcoming holiday season. First-year UI student...

The two-movie release day phenomenon

The two-movie release day phenomenon

Charlie Hickman, Arts Editor November 21, 2024

Ever since “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” took the world by storm on Jul. 22, 2023, movie studios have been eager to create the next “Barbenheimer” phenomenon. This year, “Gladiator II”...

Dante Leon jumps on Carlos Oliva from a ladder during an underground pro-wrestling event at The Dandy Lion in Iowa City on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. The event featured three matchups between pro-wrestlers of the Black and Brave Wrestling Academy based out of Davenport, Iowa which was founded by Seth “Freakin” Rollins, a five time world champion in WWE.

In a downtown diner, Iowa’s wrestling scene finds new blood — no ring required

Olin Myhre, Arts Reporter November 12, 2024

On a rainy Thursday evening, Carlos Oliva climbed to the top of a ladder inside The Dandy Lion — a diner and staple of Iowa City. Onlookers — inside and out — followed Oliva with their eyes as...

Review | Sean Baker’s "Anora" highlights the working class through phenomenal performance

Review | Sean Baker’s “Anora” highlights the working class through phenomenal performance

Isabella Nekvinda, Arts Reporter November 11, 2024

After being presented with the Palme d’Or at Cannes this year, Sean Baker took the opportunity to show his appreciation for sex workers. Listening to the voices of many sex workers from all backgrounds,...