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Film

'Trophy' takes a look at the dangerous world of big game hunting, including the viral death of Cecil the lion.

‘Trophy’ Disturbs and Enlightens

Tyler Stevens, Contributing Writer September 12, 2017
"Trophy" is a new documentary about big-game hunting that brings to light the forces behind Cecil the Lion's infamous death.
“It” takes a different approach to Stephen King’s massive novel focuses on the children, rather than on Pennywise.

‘It’ Will Hit Big, But Underwhelms in Every Way

Tyler Stevens, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
Stephen King's "It" has tormented children and adults alike for decades, but the newest film adaptation lacks dynamic and thrill.
“Ex Libris” is a charming three-hour documentary about the New York Public Library and its people.

‘Ex Libris’ Brings Books to Life

Tristen Calderon, Staff Writer September 11, 2017
"Ex Libris" is a surprisingly fascinating documentary about the New York Public Library and its branches that becomes more than its subject matter.
Spettacolo is a documentary film following the lives of villagers whose home has become defined by its iconic style of entertainment.

“Spettacolo” — Tradition, Irony and a Stage

Hailey Nuthals, Editor-at-Large September 6, 2017
Spettacolo, a documentary about the lives of villagers in Monticchiello, is a story about stories, a film that takes the documentary genre and flips it on its head.
"I Do... Until I Don't" follows three couples and their take on the arguably lifelong commitment of marriage.

“I Do…Until I Don’t” is Funny, But Transient

Daniella Nichinson, Film Editor September 6, 2017
"I Do... Until I Don't" attempts to solve the age-old conundrum of the value of monogamy.
Nothing says New York film classic like Woody Allen’s Manhattan, showcasing some of the city’s iconic views.

Essential New York Films to Appreciate New York

Daniella Nichinson, Film Editor September 5, 2017
Many, many films have captured the essential essence of New York City -- here are our choices of the ones that did it best.
"Call Me by Your Name" is a new film by Luca Guadagnino with high praise and award expectations.

The Reign of Indie Films This Fall

Daniella Nichinson, Film Editor August 28, 2017
As we wave goodbye to summer blockbusters, fall indies are gearing up to kick off the season with a bang and provide students with an escape from the mundanity of their textbooks.
NYU-alum founded Flies Collective, which awards grants to students who are hoping to finance their own film projects.

NYU Alums Create Grant to Support Indie Film

Zuzia Czemier-Wolonciej, Staff Writer May 1, 2017
A trio of NYU alums are working to keep indie film afloat by launching a grant for independent filmmakers.
Elian Gonzalez, the subject of the Tribeca Film Festival documentary "Elian," becomes torn between his homeland of Cuba and the United States in a bitter geopolitical debate.

Tribeca 2017: ‘Elian’ Recounts the U.S.-Cuba Showdown Over a 5-Year-Old Boy

Ethan Sapienza, Film Editor May 1, 2017
Debuting at the Tribeca Film Festival, "Elian" depicts the international custody battle over 5-year-old Cuban Elian Gonzalez, which made for a showdown between the United States and Cuba.
Barrett Doss and Andy Karl star in Matthew Warchus’ stage adaptation of the classic 1993 film “Groundhog Day.”

‘Groundhog Day’ : Deja Vu Dances all Over Again

Kamila Daurenova, Contributing Writer May 1, 2017
What if you were stuck in a time loop, reliving the same day over and over again? Fans of the original Bill Murray classic will be happy to hear that this story has made the jump from screen to the stage.
Actor and producer Zachary Quinto stars as Josh Norman and actor Jon Hamm stars as Craig in writer and director Brian Shoaf's film “Aardvark.”

Tribeca 2017: Jon Hamm, Jenny Slate Can’t Save ‘Aardvark’

Ethan Sapienza, Film Editor May 1, 2017
In "Aardvark," which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, an all star cast of Jon Hamm, Jenny Slate and Zachary Quinto can't salvage a terrible movie about mental health.
Tommy Swerdlow as Tommy, TJ Bowen as TJ and Blake Heron as Blake chill in the car in “A Thousand Junkies.”

Tribeca 2017: ‘A Thousand Junkies’ is a Comedic Ode to Addiction

Daniella Nichinson, Staff Writer May 1, 2017
Playing at the Tribeca Film Festival, "A Thousand Junkies" draws from the lives of those involved with the film to tell an honest and at times comedic story about addiction.