The Hype Archives – The College View

Navy Blue’s ‘Ways of Knowing’ Review – An Exercise in Growth.

April 5, 2023

Model, skater, artist. Sage Elsesser can do it all. Yet, in ‘Ways of Knowing’, Sage ignores his achievements and focuses on his family and growth.

Kickstart Your Summer with these Sunny Flicks

April 5, 2023

What makes a good summer movie? Is it the time of year the film is set? Is it the weather and that sweet golden hour look? Or is it just the vibe? For our film lovers, we’ve got it all to kick off summer 2023.

The Many Eras of Taylor Swift

April 5, 2023

Swift knows “all too well” that, as a woman in the entertainment industry, a sustainable career requires continuously regaining audience attention through innovation.

Check Out these Unmissable Acts Hitting our Shores in 2023

March 15, 2023

With such a wide variety of artists spanning all genres, music lovers of every kind can be sure to find an event fitting their taste this year.

DCU’s Drag Race was The Most Glamorous Night of the Year

March 15, 2023

It was a night of action in a packed-out Helix with a crowd that went almost as wild as the performers.

Despite the Hiatus, Hozier is as Relevant Today as He’s Ever Been

March 15, 2023

Hozier’s upcoming EP Eat Your Young and upcoming concert shows the devoted fanbase he had before haven’t gone away.

Creed III – Review

March 15, 2023

Just like the career of Rocky Balboa, and now Adonis Creed, this series seems to get better with time.

Check Out these Inspirational Books to Mark International Women’s Day

March 8, 2023

Have a leaf through some of these books with diverse, empowering and relatable female characters whose resilience and internal strength inspire us.

DCU Drag Race 2023 returns with larger venue, production value

March 2, 2023

The LGBTA Society’s annual Drag Race is returning in a week’s time, with a move to a larger venue, translating to a bigger production value. The annual event takes place next Thursday, 9th March in

Ant Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Falls Short Despite its Massive Potential

March 1, 2023

As the opening chapter to Phase 5, I hoped for Marvel to turn over a new leaf and start fresh after Phase 4’s lacklustre slate. However, instead I was disheartened to see them slip into the same pitfalls that have now become mainstays of the MCU.

Knock at the Cabin Review – A Horror Movie Without the Threat

March 1, 2023

M. Night Shyamalan’s Knock at the Cabin is an underwhelming home-invasion film which does nothing special and provides no surprises.

Inhaler: Cuts and Bruises Review – A Band That Has Found their Sound

March 1, 2023

Inhaler emerged in the Irish music scene a few years ago in the now-standard format for a group of lads from Dublin – an indie-rock band with a confident singer as the frontman, producing bold songs about love and young adulthood with the odd guitar riff to match the mood.

Romance Books to Fall in Love With

March 1, 2023

Romance books are a fun way to escape reality, or even a way to help you stay hopeful and optimistic in your current reality.

What’s Behind Rihanna’s Superbowl Backlash?

March 1, 2023

It may be that Rihanna’s unbothered nature touches a nerve with these conservatives.

Spielberg was Right – Top Gun “Saved Hollywood’s Ass”

March 1, 2023

The air was warm. Covid regulations were dwindling. People were travelling and basking in the summer. Life was good. I hadn’t planned on rushing to the theatre to see it until I got home from Greece, but everyone was talking about Top Gun Maverick, Top Gun’s long-awaited sequel.

You Season Four has Who(Dunnit) Again

March 1, 2023

In the latest season, You takes a turn from Joe’s usual creepy self-delusion to a “whodunnit” murder mystery.

Here are Our Spotlight Picks for the Dublin International Film Festival

March 1, 2023

The Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) returns for the 23rd time this year. Beginning Thursday the 23rd February and finishing 4th March, this nine-day period promises to be a highlight for any Irish film fan.

What does Hogwarts: Legacy Mean for J.K. Rowling’s Anti-Trans Crusade?

March 1, 2023

With the release of the highly anticipated Hogwarts Legacy, a video game based on Rowling’s books, many find themselves unsure about purchasing the games and the implications of doing so.

Netflix Renews That ’90s Show for a Second Season

February 15, 2023

The first season of the That ‘70s Show spinoff landed on Netflix this January, hitting the streaming platform’s ‘Top 10 English TV’ list in 35 countries. With the debut season already garnering over 41 million hours in streaming worldwide, here’s what we can expect from Season Two.

What is the Latest ‘Core Core’ TikTok Trend and how is it Affecting Gen Z?

February 15, 2023

With every trend, there’s a start and an end, but as Core Core has gained popularity, it puts even the idea of online trends into perspective for a lot of our youth.

Is The Last of Us TV Show Even Better Than the Game?

February 15, 2023

There are many moments that make you wonder “How was this never in the original story?” A sign that “The Last of Us” is in very safe hands.

Are We Overdoing it with Horror Game Remakes?

February 15, 2023

2023 will see a lot of remakes of popular horror games. But are these “polished-up” games really worth getting excited over anymore?

Wild Youth to represent Ireland at Eurovision 2023

February 15, 2023

Wild Youth has been selected as the Irish Eurovision 2023 entry, after a tightly contested race in The Late Late Show’s Eurosong national selection. The band saw off bookies favourite CONNOLLY to win the competition by two

Here are our Favourite Romance Flicks for a Valentine’s Night In

February 13, 2023

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, there’s just enough time to get bingeing on your favourite romantic movies. Whether you’re settling down to watch a movie with a partner, some friends, or in bad need of some quality alone time, there’s enough romantic movies to keep you entertained for lover’s season. And if you’re looking for some inspiration – look no further.

A Guide to the Perfect Movie Night In

February 1, 2023

We can all vouch for the fact that there is no better feeling than going to the cinema after a draining week on Friday. That, like many other feelings, can be recreated at home, and here is exactly how to do it.