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Nico Carney and Misha Osherovich star in director Siobhan McCarthy's coming-of-age trans comedy “She's the He.” (Courtesy of Obscured Releasing)

Q&A: Laughing at the absurdity of anti-trans bigotry

WSN spoke with filmmaker Siobhan McCarthy about the inspiration for their upcoming film “She’s the He” and the avenues of transgender expression it explores.
Alessa Alluin, Copy Editor May 4, 2026

Some filmmakers find inspiration in the technical craft of the classics, but Siobhan McCarthy found it in what wasn’t shown: transgender stories. Since they dropped out of high...

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Review: Bloodshed and resilience dominate ‘Invincible’ season 4

The animated superhero series returns with more grisly alien battles, expanding lore and characters doing their best to change.
Leo Field, Film & TV Editor May 1, 2026

This review contains spoilers for all seasons of “Invincible.” Whenever I recommend “Invincible” to someone, I tell them to watch the pilot episode to the end and promise...

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What NYU taught me about the arts

Studying film for four years has transformed my understanding of storytelling and my Palestinian identity.
Yezen Saadah, Staff Writer April 30, 2026

If someone told my 15-year-old self that by 2026 he’d be graduating from NYU with a degree in cinema studies of all things, he would’ve guffawed, asked if he was being pranked,...

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Opinion: Keep AI out of Tisch

NYU’s latest attempt to embrace the future of the arts will harm the very students it seeks to elevate.
Alice Rogers, Deputy Copy Chief April 29, 2026

At the annual Tisch Gala celebrating the work of students and alumni earlier this month, one honoree stood out from the rest. Cristóbal Valenzuela, co-founder and CEO of Runway...

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Sam Levinson needs to be stopped

The “Euphoria” showrunner uses women as nothing more than tools to shock and seduce audiences.
Annie Emans, Staff Writer April 28, 2026

After four years of peace, Sam Levinson’s “Euphoria” has returned. The HBO series’ third season premiered on April 12, delivering its most shocking plotlines and disgusting...

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Q&A: Japanese director on cinema that defies explanation

Sho Miyake spoke with WSN about his latest film, “Two Seasons, Two Strangers,” an ethereal vacation adventure adapted from two short manga.
Ethan Li, Copy Chief April 27, 2026

During the COVID-19 lockdown, Japanese filmmaker Sho Miyake dreamed of escaping to the beach. Around this time, a producer approached him with the idea of adapting two manga —...

(Courtesy of A24)

Review: ‘Mother Mary’ almost reaches divine conception

The thriller about a pop star and her costume designer leans into stunning visuals at the expense of a functional narrative.
Shrish Bulusu, Staff Writer April 27, 2026

It’s fitting that “Mother Mary,” director David Lowery’s haunting new film about a pop star and her estranged costume designer, premiered during the second weekend of Coachella....

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Review: Art, money and memory in ‘The Christophers’

Ian McKellen is one half of a surprising yet unforgettable pairing in this brilliantly witty art forgery comedy.
Joe Paladino, Staff Writer April 22, 2026

Director Steven Soderbergh’s legacy in modern American filmmaking is undeniable. Since his 1989 breakout film “Sex, Lies, and Videotape,” he has churned out hit after hit...

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Review: ‘You, Me & Tuscany’ is messy yet endearing

The quintessential romantic comedy won’t just rekindle your love for the genre — it’ll leave you dreaming of your own Italian escapade.
Alessa Alluin, Copy Editor April 21, 2026

After a string of recent rom-com disappointments, each new film carries the burden of restoring our faith in the genre. Director Kat Coiro’s “You, Me & Tuscany” nearly...

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Q&A: Tisch alum filmmaker on big city loneliness

WSN spoke with Chinese American filmmaker Katarina Zhu about her creative influences and motivations while writing, directing and starring in her debut feature film “Bunnylovr.”
SophieAnn DeVito, Staff Writer April 16, 2026

When making a movie for the first time, some prefer to start by dipping their toes in. Others jump in headfirst, swim all the way to Park City, Utah, and premiere at the largest...