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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Review | “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” raises the bar for animation

Review | “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” raises the bar for animation

Zhenya Loughney, Arts Reporter June 13, 2023

I don’t remember much about 2018, except for one film that completely consumed me. “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse”(ITSV) was easily a 10/10 five years ago and is still a 10/10 today. Spider-Man...

Photo illustration by Cody Blissett

10 books to read during Pride Month

Anupama Choudhury, Arts Reporter June 13, 2023

The Stonewall Riots of June 1969 were a landmark public demonstration for queer rights, and we now know the month as one dedicated to pride. However, the celebration of LGBTQ+ stories and experiences has...

The construction of the Stanley Museum is shown on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021.

Activities to liven up the summer in Iowa City

Emma Gaughan, Arts Reporter June 11, 2023

While summer provides an opportunity for students to relax and unwind after a long year of hard work, it can also become boring without the structure and routine of the school semester. Luckily, Iowa...

Iowa City residents look at Chris Abigt’s oil paintings in downtown Iowa City during day one of the 2023 Summer of the Arts Festival on Friday, June 2.

Photos: 2023 Summer of the Arts Festival Day One

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor June 2, 2023

The 40th annual Summer of the Arts Festival occurred in downtown Iowa City on Friday. The festival will continue tomorrow and on Sunday.  The festival includes over one hundred local and national artists...

Madison Bartlett poses for a portrait at Art Building West on Sunday, April 30, 2023.

Bachelor of Fine Arts graphic design graduate learned who she is through trial-and-error

Zhenya Loughney, Arts Reporter May 8, 2023

Cedar Rapids native Madison Bartlett can’t remember a time when she wasn’t surrounded by art. Bartlett said it has always been her outlet for self-expression. Barlett’s identical twin...

Scene from Songs of Bukovina. Photo: Marty Sohl.

American Ballet Theatre performs lively show at Hancher

Grace Westergaard, Arts Reporter May 7, 2023

The American Ballet Theatre performed to a full house at Hancher Auditorium on Saturday. The audience buzzed with anticipation as the lights dimmed, allowing the dancers to take the stage.  An internationally...

Film Scene is seen in downtown Iowa City on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022.

Ten long-awaited new movies to watch over summer break

Charlie Hickman, Arts Reporter May 4, 2023

This summer will mark an exhilarating time for the film industry with several highly anticipated releases. These 10 picks are some of the most popular and less well-known movie premieres of May, June,...

Contributed photo by Rebecca McKanna

Ask the Author: Rebecca McKanna

Charlie Hickman, Arts Reporter May 4, 2023

Rebecca McKanna is an associate professor at the University of Indianapolis and a graduate of the University of Iowa. Throughout her career, McKanna has written for New York Daily News and the Cedar...

A Wildwood sign on the ceiling during a Hailey Whitters concert at Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon in Iowa City on Thursday, March 30, 2023.

Giovannie and the Hired Guns to perform tribute to roots with label debut concert at Wildwood

Stella Shipman, Arts Reporter May 4, 2023

Giovannie and the Hired Guns will showcase its mix of rock and southern country music to create a Latin and Texas sound in Iowa City. The band will perform at Wildwood Smokehouse and Saloon on May 17...

Film: Student Spotlight: Eliza Link

Cody Blissett and Matt Sindt May 3, 2023

University of Iowa senior Eliza Link discusses her passion as a ceramicist. Link specializes in wood firing and explains that it can take anywhere from 50 to 100 hours to complete a firing. Link displayed...

Review: 2023 Met Gala fashion round-up

Zhenya Loughney, Arts Reporter May 3, 2023

I’m no fashion expert. My 15-year-old Barbies with scribbles on their faces can tell you that. I don’t know or care about luxury fashion, but I really like to over-analyze wealthy people. The...

Eight book recommendations to liven up summer break

Eight book recommendations to liven up summer break

Grace Westergaard, Arts Reporter May 3, 2023

After a long year of work or college classes, picking up a book for fun may be the last way someone wants to spend their summer. However, I have a few book recommendations that made me feel like I...