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Film

The 2018 Oscars Awards presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, will honor the best films of 2017 on March 4, 2018 in Los Angeles.

NYU at the Oscars, Again

Alex Cullina, Contributing Writer January 26, 2018
The Academy Awards' efforts to reform and diversify its membership shone a little brighter this year with wide-ranging nominees and multiple NYU alums.
The 75th Golden Globe Awards, on Jan. 7, 2018, wasn’t as progressive towards women and minorities as the Time’s Up movement promised it to be. Greta Gerwig, for one, wasn’t nominated for ‘Best Director’ for her new film “Lady Bird”.

Globes’ Misguided Genre Bending

Natalie Whalen, Film Editor January 22, 2018
The Golden Globes seemed to stand on the precipice of progress, but this progress it boasts is far from equal.
‘The Post’ stars Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks. The film tells the story of the Pentagon Papers scandal, and the journalists who challenged the Nixon administration in order to expose government corruption.

A Tale of Two Administrations

Ryan Mikel, Arts Editor January 22, 2018
The Golden Globe-nominated biopic "The Post" reveals unsettling parallels between the political administrations of then and now.
“Future ‘38” is an ironic homage to the films of Jack’s time, transitioning from black-and-white to color as he enters the future, openly winking at “The Wizard of Oz.”

The Timing and Timeliness of ‘Future ’38’

Tristen Calderon, Staff Writer December 5, 2017
“Future ’38” is a subtle satire that follows American Secret Agent Jack Essex hi-jinks and adventures as he tries to recover a secret weapon that could prevent World War II.
Greta Gerwig’s film “Lady Bird” is her directorial debut and is the best reviewed film of all time on Rotten Tomatoes with a rating of 100%.

Greta Gerwig and the Indie That Could

Ryan Mikel, Entertainment Editor December 4, 2017
Greta Gerwig, director of this year's smash hit "Lady Bird," spoke with college newspapers about mothers and daughters, women in film and coming of age.
Olshefski’s unique film “Quest” devotes its entirety to exploring the life of Christopher and Christine'a Rainey's role in their Philadelphia community, as well as their desire to provide a sense of wellbeing for their children.

On a ‘Quest’ for 9 Years

Sophie Bennett, Staff Writer December 4, 2017
Jonathan Olshefski's "Quest" follows the life of the Rainey family, their recording studio in the basement of their home and their struggles with racism in their community.
“I, Tonya” stars Margot Robbie as Tonya Harding, an American figure skater who rose to fame in the early 90s. She then found herself in trouble when her ex-husband intervenes with her competitions. The film is released in theatre on Dec. 8.

The Rise and Fall of Tonya Harding

Jordan Reynolds, Arts Editor December 1, 2017
Margot Robbie transforms into the infamous figure skater in "I, Tonya," which hits theaters next week.

Miraculously restored from the original cut of film, “The Passion of Joan of Arc” tells the story of the fabled warrior Joan in her last hours.

Beautiful Classic ‘The Passion of Joan of Arc’ is Restored to Life

Guru Ramanathan, Staff Writer November 29, 2017
The classic "The Passion of Joan of Arc" has been brought back to life at the Film Forum.

“Darkest Hour” follow Winston Churchill as he leads the British in difficult times during WWII.

Gary Oldman Disappears Into Churchill in ‘Darkest Hour’

Ali Hassan, Contributing Writer November 29, 2017
"The Darkest Hour" is Joe Wright's newest film detailing Winston Churchill's decision making during World War II.
Based on D.H. Lawrence’s novel of the same name, "Women in Love", the movie, which came out in 1969, rebukes conventional relationships and restrictive forms of love through the intertwining relationships among four people.

‘Women in Love’ is Not What it Seems

Angelica Chong, Staff Writer November 28, 2017
The film "Women in Love", which screens at Metrograph on Dec. 1, actually explores the subject of male love, masculinity, and purity.
Former NYU professor James Franco directs and stars in ‘The Disaster Artist’

James Franco Turns ‘Disaster’ Into Masterpiece

Daniella Nichinson, Film Editor November 27, 2017
Over 15 years ago, Tommy Wiseau made a film called "The Room." Now, James Franco has created a film about that film, "Disaster Artist," which comes out this Friday.
Bombshell is a documentary about Hedy Lamarr, the most beautiful woman of her time, who is also the secret inventor of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS Communications.

The ‘Bombshell’ That Changed the World

Amelia Reardon, Staff Writer November 20, 2017
Alexandra Dean's new documentary focuses on Hedy Lamarr and her role in shaping pop culture.