Arts


Q&A: Beth B on tackiness and transcendence
The filmmaker — a pillar of the New York underground arts scene in the ’70s and ’80s — spoke with WSN about New York City, alternative filmmaking and representation on screen.
Katherine Williams, Contributing Writer
• Mar 27, 2023


Review: ‘Cleopatra and Frankenstein’ tackles love and loneliness
NYU alum Coco Mellors’ “Cleopatra and Frankenstein” is a complex narrative of love, loss, trauma and companionship.
Aarna Dixit, Contributing Writer
• Mar 27, 2023


Off the Radar: ‘Where Is My Friend’s House?’ and the importance of empathy
Off the Radar is a weekly column surveying overlooked films available to students for free via NYU’s streaming partnerships. “Where Is My Friend’s House?” is available to stream on Kanopy.
Yezen Saadah, News Editor
• Mar 24, 2023


Q&A: British filmmaker Bertie Gilbert on the delicate relationship between trauma and art
WSN spoke with London-based filmmaker Bertie Gilbert about the complexities of channeling grief into his short film “Please Care!"
Stephanie Wong, Film & TV Editor
• Mar 23, 2023


Review: ‘Small is Beautiful’ exhibit shows the intricacy of miniature art
The much-publicized miniature art exhibit has found its way to New York City. It is currently on view in NoHo.
Afnan Abbassi, Staff Writer
• Mar 22, 2023


Palmyra Delran: The trashy-pop queen of rock ‘n’ roll
The former Friggs frontwoman and current Underground Garage radio personality discusses her 30 years of experience in the music industry.
Julia Diorio, Contributing Writer
• Mar 21, 2023


A conversation with Irish indie-rock sensation Inhaler
Fresh off the release of their sophomore album “Cuts and Bruises,” WSN spoke with Irish rock band Inhaler about representation and vulnerability.
Ary Russell, Contributing Writer
• Mar 10, 2023


Off the Radar: Lessons on how to film ‘The Act of Killing’
Off the Radar is a weekly column surveying overlooked films available to students for free via NYU’s streaming partnerships. “The Act of Killing” is available to stream on Kanopy and NYU Stream.
Mick Gaw, Staff Writer
• Mar 10, 2023


The case against Steven Spielberg’s ‘West Side Story’
Hide your theater kids for this one.
Andre Garcia, Contributing Writer
• Mar 10, 2023


Listen to This: boygenius’ ‘Not Strong Enough’ is their strongest single to date
Listen to this week’s most notable singles from Suki Waterhouse, Dim Wizard and more.
Holden Lay, Katherine Manatos, Ana Marks, Ethan Beck
• Mar 9, 2023


The case for ‘Top Gun: Maverick’
Industry insiders and fans alike have been wowed by the sleek blockbuster, and it's just been nominated for best picture.
Holden Lay, Staff Writer
• Mar 9, 2023


Review: ‘The Fabelmans’ is Spielberg at his most vulnerable
In a career notable for poignant moments, legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg gets more personal than ever in this Oscar-nominated, semi-autobiographical tale.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• Mar 8, 2023


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