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Film

Review: Bruce Springsteen biopic delivers authenticity and artistry

“Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere” follows The Boss’ emotional turmoil as he writes the 1982 “Nebraska” album.
Leo Field, Film & TV Editor October 27, 2025

“Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere” upends the conventions of the modern biopic. There’s no rise and fall, no decades-spanning journey, no career retrospective. Instead,...

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Q&A: How a Tisch alum’s debut script opened NYFF63

Nora Garrett, screenwriter of Luca Guadagnino’s “After the Hunt,” told WSN about her educational experiences and their influence on the new drama.
Dani Biondi, Arts Editor October 23, 2025

Upon graduating from NYU Tisch School of the Arts in 2013, Nora Garrett visited a restaurant with her grandmother near Lincoln Center. This past September, she could see...

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‘Mistress Dispeller’ tackles the modern love triangle

WSN spoke with NYU alum Elizabeth Lo about her new documentary, a story of professional meddlers and contemporary romance.
Alice Rogers, Copy Editor October 23, 2025

In the past decade, a fascinating new profession has emerged in China. Mistress dispellers discreetly infiltrate marriages afflicted by infidelity and attempt to break up the affair,...

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After ‘Peacemaker’ season 2, it’s time for a change of pace

While setting new standards for comic book raunchiness, this new entry in James Gunn’s DC Universe will have you wishing for a different creative vision.
Noah Zaldivar, Opinion Editor October 22, 2025

Warning: This review contains spoilers for seasons one and two of “Peacemaker.” Hot off the success of “Superman” and “Creature Commandos,” season two of “Peacemaker”...

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Review: ‘Urchin’ finds depth on the fringes of society

With this dynamic story about homelessness and addiction, Harris Dickinson emerges as an impressive new filmmaker.
Ellie Miller, Staff Writer October 21, 2025

The gravel of the London streets serves as a pillow for Harris Dickinson’s directorial debut “Urchin.” We follow Mike (Frank Dillane), a homeless addict recently released...

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6 of our favorite movie posters

In a moviegoing landscape dominated by floating heads, let’s celebrate some beautiful and original posters of past and present.

The movie poster is a sacred art. After all, it’s often the first thing you see that grabs your attention. Posters have the tough job of being aesthetically pleasing...

(Courtesy of Bill Plympton, Morgan Miller, Arthur Metcalf and Frank and Caroline Mouris)

4 must-see NYC animated shorts

Each film in the “Made In New York: Best of NYC Indie Animation” collection conveys an impactful message, but these are the hardest-hitting.
Isaac Ciravolo, Contributing Writer October 17, 2025

“Made In New York: Best of NYC Indie Animation” presents 15 short films, all under 10 minutes long. Compiled by Metrograph, an independent New York City movie theater with...

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Tisch student’s short film investigates abuse in the arts

WSN spoke with Tisch senior and “Lottie Baby” writer-director Bella Ray Rosales, whose short has secured spots on the festival circuit.
Caia Cupolo, Staff Writer October 16, 2025

In the world of indie filmmaking, turning a passion project into a finished product takes grit, collaboration and persistence. Tisch Film & TV senior and first-time director...

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Review: Celebrating Ozzy Osbourne’s life and last stand

In the new documentary “Ozzy: No Escape From Now,” the metal legend battles insurmountable health struggles to deliver for us one last time.
Joe Paladino, Staff Writer October 15, 2025

“Where are the good old days?” “They’ve fucking gone, mate. And what did you used to eat in the good old days?” “Booze. And I’m still here!” With these...

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Review: ‘Good Boy’ proves to be more than a good gimmick

Before you ask: the dog doesn’t die.
Annie Emans, Staff Writer October 15, 2025

The independent horror film “Good Boy,” released Oct. 3, tackles the classic haunted house story. Despite its familiar plot, the movie stands out from the pack with its protagonist,...

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NYFF 63: Sepideh Farsi on new Gaza documentary

The Iranian director’s latest film, “Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk,” will screen at the New York Film Festival on Oct. 13.
Yezen Saadah, Staff Writer October 10, 2025

Iranian filmmaker Sepideh Farsi’s “Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk” begins with a WhatsApp video call to a Palestinian photojournalist. Her name was Fatma Hassouna...

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...