Rachael Dunphy Archives – The College View

Do we really need more biopics?

March 1, 2023

The biographical picture or ‘Biopic’ has been dominating box offices and awards season for the last number of years. But when do we say enough is enough? This awards season alone we’ve had Baz Lurhmann’s

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.

Is it time to re-evaluate Ireland’s driving test?

February 1, 2023

The 2022 national average for the driving test pass rate is 53.2 according to the Road Safety Authority (RSA). A figure that shows roughly half of those who attempt their driving test fail. I consider

Joanna Cooper and ASI go Denim for Dementia

February 1, 2023

Model Joanna Cooper has backed The Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s annual ‘Denim Day for Dementia’ fundraising campaign. The nationwide campaign asks the public to don their denims on Friday 3rd of March to help raise

The Oscars Go Green with a Record Number of Irish Nominations

January 24, 2023

The nominations for the 95th annual Academy Awards were announced today, with a historic nomination for Ireland in the International Feature film category.

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DCU’s 24-hour broadcast- Raising money for Women’s Aid

November 23, 2022

The DCU Media Production Society’s 24-hour Broadcast takes place over the next two days. The broadcast is live now! Here is a link to watch- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VU0dPx96jOg Each year DCU MPS choose a charity partner, and

Black Friday Bargains to get you organised before Exam Season

November 23, 2022

With Black Friday just around the corner on November 25th, and Christmas creeping up on us. Theres no better time to start your gift shopping for your near and dear. We’ve put some of the

TV shows that pursue relationships between young adults and older teachers are unethical and worrying

November 23, 2022

Like everyone, I regressed over the last number of years by revisiting some of my favourite films and television shows from my younger years. Although far from perfect, they were a comfort during a strange

Taylor Swift – Midnights Review

November 10, 2022

Reputation and Folklore have had a baby – and it is glorious.

The Traditional Rom Com is back – and we’re ready for it

October 12, 2022

Movie critics are praising Ol Parker’s ‘Ticket to Paradise’ for bringing the romantic comedy genre back to the top of the hypothetical movie pedestal. The film, starring rom-com veterans Julia Roberts and George Clooney, has

‘Belfast’ Review: A touching insight to family life in a turbulent world

February 2, 2022

When the rest of the world found themselves in lockdown once again, Sir Kenneth Branagh began recreating his childhood home – on an airport runway in Hampshire, and began shooting his newest directorial feature ‘Belfast’

‘Asking for it’: DCU Drama return to the stage

November 10, 2021

“My body is not my own any more. They have stamped their names all over it.” DCU Drama makes its long awaited return to in-person theatre next week with semester one’s contemporary play, ‘Asking for

The Heartwarming Side of ‘Comfort’ Television

October 13, 2021

This time of year, there’s a few guaranteed milestones. The evenings getting darker, Christmas sweets hitting the shelves in September, and the new season of television getting us ready for winter.