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The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Daniel Patchen

Daniel Patchen, Social Media Editor

Daniel Patchen is a third-year communication and media studies combined major. He is one of The News’ social media editors, writes reviews for newly-released films and provides photography for stories. You can follow him on Instagram and X @dpatch57.

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The stage at the Nova Exhibition in Boston Sept. 29. The touring exhibit was established by Nova Music Festival founders who intended to memorialize those lost in the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack in southern Israel.

Nova Exhibition honors victims, survivors of Oct. 7 music festival massacre

Daniel Patchen, news staff
October 15, 2025

On Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas’ attack on the Nova Music Festival in southern Israel became the deadliest music festival massacre in history. But its founders refuse to allow the story of the Nova Music Festival...

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The Fantastic Four stand on an elevated platform. "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" was Marvel's 37th movie in its cinematic universe. Photo courtesy Disney.

Review: ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ honors the team’s origins in MCU debut

Daniel Patchen, news staff
August 29, 2025

It’s been a monumental summer for superhero films, with both leading superhero entertainment companies releasing highly anticipated blockbusters during a turbulent time for the genre. After DC wowed...

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Superman (David Corenswet) and Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan) share a kiss. The movie was released in theatres July 11. Photo courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures.

Review: ‘Superman’ takes flight in James Gunn’s latest superhero triumph

Daniel Patchen, news staff
July 29, 2025

After making the world fall in love with the most outlandish superheroes, including an anthropomorphic raccoon and a humanoid tree, James Gunn has climbed his way to the top of the superhero universe:...

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Column: 9 innings, 9 movies: Celebrate the MLB season’s start with these grand-slam baseball movies

Column: 9 innings, 9 movies: Celebrate the MLB season’s start with these grand-slam baseball movies

Jake Guldin and Daniel Patchen
April 8, 2025

Play ball!  Major League Baseball is back, and the 162-game marathon to World Series glory is on. An exciting 2025 season awaits as the Boston Red Sox begin a fresh start with new third baseman Alex...

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Anthony Mackie stars as Sam Wilson in "Captain America: Brave New World." The film was set after the Disney+ miniseries “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier." Photo courtesy Disney.

Review: The Marvel formula runs dry in ‘Captain America: Brave New World’

Daniel Patchen, news staff
March 4, 2025

All the problems with “Captain America: Brave New World” are summarized in its title. It isn’t “brave,” nor is it “new.” It’s one of the least inspired Marvel Cinematic Universe, or...

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Fernanda Torres stars in "I'm Still Here." The film was based on the memoir of the same name by Marcelo Rubens Paiva. Photo courtesy Sony Pictures Classics.

Review: ‘I’m Still Here’ is an ode to survivors of political oppression

Daniel Patchen, news staff
February 28, 2025

It’s a cruel, devastating story of a family torn apart by its patriarch’s forced disappearance. And somehow, it’s one of the most empathetic and inspiring films in recent memory. “I’m Still...

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Harvard Conservative and Republican Student Conference attendees sit and listen to Steve Bannon. The conference included several keynote speakers and panels.

[Photo] Dozens convene for conservative student convention, Steve Bannon speech

Emily Spatz, news staff
February 10, 2025

Audience members listen intently to the keynote speakers. Dozens of students from local universities saw the conference as an opportunity to network and find community.

Kieran Culkin (left) and Jesse Eisenberg in "A Real Pain." The film took viewers through Poland, exploring the country's Jewish history and themes of generational trauma. Photo courtesy Searchlight Pictures.

Review: ‘A Real Pain’ taps into Jewish history with a powerful study of generational trauma

Daniel Patchen, news staff
December 14, 2024

The story of Jews over the past century is one of deep pain and tragedy, yet also resilience and defiance, and their shared story relates to all humans more than most realize. In his sophomore directorial...

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A banner on the Marymount Manhattan College campus. Following the May 29 announcement that Northeastern will be acquiring Marymount Manhattan College, some students at the New York City college expressed concerns over MMC maintaining its identity through the acquisition.

[Photo] Marymount students concerned about majors, maintaining school’s identity amid Northeastern acquisition

Zoe MacDiarmid, news staff
June 11, 2024

A banner on the Marymount Manhattan College campus. Following the May 29 announcement that Northeastern will be acquiring Marymount Manhattan College, some students at the New York City college expressed...

Ryan Gosling (left) and Emily Blunt in "The Fall Guy." Leitch created "The Fall Guy" to celebrate the stunt industry and bring attention to the work of stunt doubles. Photo courtesy Universal Pictures.

Review: ‘The Fall Guy’ somewhat sticks the landing in its tribute to stunt performers

Daniel Patchen, news correspondent
May 13, 2024

Ryan Gosling was just Ken. Now, he’s just the stunt guy. Hollywood’s stunt industry is given its long-overdue spotlight in “The Fall Guy,” an action comedy propelled by charming performances...

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Erika Alexander and Jeffrey Wright star in the satirical dramedy "American Fiction." The film, based on the novel "Erasure," was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Wright. Photo courtesy Metro Goldwyn Mayer.

Review: ‘American Fiction’ is a smart, overstuffed satire on racial equality

Daniel Patchen, news correspondent
March 10, 2024

In past years, historically white industries have made sweeping efforts to promote diversity and spotlight Black culture. But writer-director Cord Jefferson is not buying the apparent goodwill of these...

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Sandra Hüller stars as a woman accused of murdering her husband in "Anatomy of a Fall." The film won the Palme d'Or and earned five Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. Photo courtesy mk2 Films.

Review: ‘Anatomy of a Fall’ leaves no easy answers in its study of a toxic marriage

Daniel Patchen, news correspondent
March 7, 2024

A marriage’s tragic demise is deconstructed in “Anatomy of a Fall,” writer-director Justine Triet’s courtroom thriller that leaves no simplicity in its underlying mystery. “Anatomy of a Fall”...

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