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‘Dumplin’’ is the rebellious comedy we needed

By Maddie Barrett | December 11, 2018

Based on a 2015 young adult book written by Julie Murphy, “Dumplin’” is a look into a small-town Texan teen’s life. Willowdean Dickson, played by Danielle Macdonald, is the daughter of a former beauty queen, Rosie, who is played by Jennifer Aniston.Willowdean...

‘The Ranch’ delivers heartwarming comedy and beautiful emotion.

By Parker Otto | December 10, 2018

Netflix’s “The Ranch” released the second half of its third season containing ten episodes on Friday. The sitcom’s latest endeavor was a remarkable addition with hilarious comedy and plenty of emotional moments.The show follows the Bennett family...

Netflix show defies death itself

By Sarah Fischer | December 10, 2018

On Nov. 30, Netflix launched one of the largest and most unique series of its kind: “Death By Magic.” This drama-infused show is the first magic performance series to be introduced to Netflix, and the concept is one that’s never been seen before...

‘The Princess Switch’: A not-so-original Netflix Original

By Maddie Barrett | November 28, 2018

Netflix released “The Princess Switch” on Nov. 16, just in time for Christmas.The story begins in illustration of the life of a Chicago baker, Stacy, played by Hudgens. Stacy lives a simple life until her sous chef and longtime friend, Kevin Richards,...

Netflix and Warner Bros. incur lawsuit from Satanic Temple over statue misrepresentation by ‘Sabrina’ series

By Sarah Fischer | November 14, 2018

One of Netflix’s newest and most spellbinding shows “The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” captivated its audience following its release in October, but Netflix and Warner Bros. are now tied up in a lawsuit with the least expected organization: The...

Netflix Orginial ‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ is an amazing, dark twist on a classic

By Maddie Barrett | November 11, 2018

Two worlds collide as Sabrina the teenage witch tries to balance her mortal and witch lives in the Netflix Original, “Chilling adventures of Sabrina.”The series is frightening and filled with sinfulness. The evil notions scattered throughout paired...

Trevor Noah comes to Convocation Center

By Northern Star Staff | November 7, 2018

DeKALB — “The Daily Show” host Trevor Noah is bringing his political satire and sly wit to NIU 7 p.m. Saturday at the Convocation Center.Trevor Noah took over hosting “The Daily Show” from comedian Jon Stewart in 2014 after Stewart retired....

Netflix Original ‘Haunted’ brings ghost stories to life

By Maddie Barrett | November 7, 2018

“Haunted,” Netflix’s new reality show, focuses on six narrators that experience being haunted, by either an extraterrestrial or a supernatural presence.During the show, the narrators tell their story to a room full of their friends and family while...

‘Daredevil’ season three adds a modern twist to original comic concept

By Sarah Fischer | November 6, 2018

All episodes of “Daredevil” season 3 released Oct. 19, and they have inexplicably tied any loose threads left by the previous seasons by providing additional backstories of key characters and answering questions generated by seasons 1 and 2.At this...

‘The Haunting of Hill House’ debuts with promising season

By Noah Thornburgh | November 4, 2018

Netflix Original series “The Haunting of Hill House” released its 10-episode run on Oct. 12, 2018, doubling down on both fall binge season and Halloween. Through extensive flashbacks and perspective shifts, the series explores the traumatic effects...

There’s trouble in Netflix’s ‘Paradise PD’

By Maddie Barrett | November 4, 2018

Netflix’s “Paradise PD” is a show about a less-than-average police squad. The Paradise police department commits crimes themselves, has unconventional ways of solving crimes and is comprehensively a terrible team.The show begins with a childlike...

‘The Haunting of Hill House’: A slow-burn, creepy ghost story

By Maddie Barrett | October 29, 2018

Netflix’s new series “The Haunting of Hill House” is a daunting, slow-burn ghost story that can’t be matched.The series begins as a typical scary house story, where the children and parents are terrorized by ghosts dwelling within the mansion....