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The AMC Empire 25 and the Regal Cinema in Times Square. (Ivy Chan for WSN)

AMC vs. Regal

Two theater chains dominate the moviegoing industry. But which one stands on top?
Andrew Kilroy, Contributing Writer October 9, 2025

Over the past five years, moviegoing has become more about seeing a film than the film itself. With box office sales that haven’t recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic and rising...

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NYFF 63 Review: ‘After the Hunt’ preys on our biases

WSN spoke with director Luca Guadagnino, the cast and the NYU alum screenwriter about this provocative festival opener.
Dani Biondi, Arts Editor October 9, 2025

Content warning: This review contains mentions of sexual assault. If you leave Luca Guadagnino’s new film believing any of its characters, you’ve watched it wrong. “After...

(Kyra Reilley for WSN)

Ranked: Broadway male tenors

They can all hit that high note, but some of these tenors are simply more charming than others.
Skylar Boilard, Performing Arts Editor October 8, 2025

Growing up a theater kid, Broadway cast recordings and bootleg performances have consumed many hours of my life. Over the years, I’ve formed many opinions on the industry’s...

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Review: Zara Larsson’s ‘Midnight Sun’ shines bright, even in fall

The Swedish pop star’s fifth studio album delivers addictive hooks and cheeky lyrics, glittering with summer energy year round.
Rhea Kohli, Contributing Writer October 8, 2025

From global hits like “Symphony” and “Ruin My Life,” Zara Larsson has built a catalog of hits that capture vulnerability and exhilaration in the same breath. In her newest...

Steinhardt seniors Mila De Félix and Ricardo Goytia. (Krish Dev for WSN)

Puerto Rican culture and art combine for these Steinhardt seniors

Mila De Félix and Ricardo Goytia spoke with WSN about how their cultural identities shaped the creative process for their latest exhibition.
Maya Santiago, Fine Arts Editor October 8, 2025

In the midst of Manhattan chaos, Puerto Rican pride grounds Mila De Félix and Ricardo Goytia, who carry the island’s culture into their art. For the Steinhardt seniors, both...

(Dani Biondi for WSN)

Stunt casting takes away from Broadway’s magic

The celebrity casting trend plaguing Broadway prioritizes ticket sales over the quality of productions.
Charlotte Boren, Contributing Writer October 7, 2025

Keanu Reeves’ Broadway debut in the “Waiting for Godot” revival at the end of September sparked fresh conversation about the growing trend of celebrity stunt casting...

(Rishi Gala for WSN)

Celebrating the 20th anniversary of ‘Twilight’

Even after two decades, Stephenie Meyer’s iconic love triangle continues to captivate romance fans.
Katelyn Chan, Contributing Writer October 7, 2025

From “The Summer I Turned Pretty” to “My Life with the Walter Boys,” the question on everyone’s lips is the same: Which team are you on? The love triangles...

(Abby Jong for WSN)

Your next read based on your zodiac sign

September’s eclipse season was brutal, but these books might help your sign past it.
Nghi Nguyen, Deputy Copy Chief October 7, 2025

Defined as a symbolic time of change and upheaval, eclipse season occurs twice a year when the sun, moon and Earth align, bringing transformational events into your life....

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Review: Olivia Dean’s new album captures love in all its phases

The British singer-songwriter embraces all that romance has to offer in “The Art of Loving.”
Skylar Boilard, Performing Arts Editor October 6, 2025

No matter what stage you’re at in your love life, Olivia Dean’s latest project undoubtedly has a song for you. The British pop-soul singer’s second studio...

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NYFF 63 Review: A glimpse into Palestinian life beyond genocide

Director Kamal Aljafari’s latest documentary "With Hasan in Gaza" will be screened at the New York Film Festival on Oct. 6 and Oct. 7.
Yezen Saadah, Staff Writer October 6, 2025

Gaza is beautiful. It is oftentimes difficult to believe that when all anyone far from the region, and especially in the Western world, ever sees is images and news coverage...

(Julianna Lindo for WSN)

Books beyond Bobst: A novel by an NYU professor, a book where magic meets politics and more

Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Matthew Singh, Eva Mundo and Rhea Kohli October 6, 2025

“Audition” by Katie Kitamura If anyone can create a thick tension just with words, it's certainly author and NYU professor Katie Kitamura. “Audition,” Kitamura’s...

(Krish Dev for WSN)

Ocean Vuong shares new novel at Skirball

The NYU alum and professor read from “The Emperor of Gladness” before a sit-down conversation with the director of the Creative Writing Program.
Krish Dev, Digital Director October 6, 2025

Ocean Vuong captivated the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday night, reading from his latest novel “The Emperor of Gladness” to around 700 attendees...