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Promotional poster for Zombi Child. (via Twitter)

‘Zombi Child’: Equal Parts Horror and Coming-of-Age Story

French director Bertrand Bonello’s experimental horror film dazzles through unconventional storytelling and an electrifying score.
Alexandra Bentzien, Contributing Writer September 26, 2019

End credits roll, the lights come up and in the regular commotion of shuffling feet and long exhales, someone says aloud exactly what I’m thinking: “That was cool.” It’s...

The Weeks is an indie rock band from Florence, Mississippi. (Via Instagram @theweeksmusic)

The Weeks Keep Cool

The popular indie band is still as carefree about music as they were in high school.
Sima Doctoroff, Staff Writer September 25, 2019

When veteran indie band The Weeks formed 13 years ago, they were little more than a passion project between high school friends. Now, they’re on a two-month-long, nationwide...

Margaret Atwood spoke about her book, The Handmaid’s Tale, on Sept. 20 at Town Hall. (Via Wikimedia)

Margaret Atwood Discusses “The Testaments” at Town Hall

The acclaimed author of “The Handmaid’s Tale” joined Samantha Bee at The Town Hall to answer questions about her writing process and newest book.
Dani Herrera, Staff Writer September 25, 2019

“Was there ever a better time to drop a book?” Samantha Bee asked the packed auditorium.  On Friday, Sept. 20, Bee hosted “An Evening with Margaret Atwood” at The Town...

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Dining With Ploetz: Food For Thought

Richard Ploetz’s dark comedy, which just completed its run at Theatre for the New City, is comprised of three one-acts centered around hunger, both literally and metaphorically.
Julianna Bjorksten, Contributing Writer September 24, 2019

Written and directed by Richard Ploetz, “Dining With Ploetz” presents three one-act plays tied together by a common theme: food.  A contender for this year’s New York...

A still from "Corporate Animals". (via Facebook)

‘Corporate Animals’: Unfunny, Uninteresting, Unappealing

"Corporate Animals" proves that it takes more than a fun premise to make a successful comedy.
Nicholas Pabon, Contributing Writer September 24, 2019

"Corporate Animals" is a film without direction or enjoyment. Directed by Patrick Brice, it centers around a mismatched group of coworkers who end up trapped in a New Mexico cave...

Ad Astra, starring Brad Pitt, was released on September 20. (Via Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

‘Ad Astra’ Is a Slightly Maddening Delight

Ad Astra delves into the isolating monotony of space travel in a not-so-distant future.
Nicholas Weid, Contributing Writer September 23, 2019

Thirty years ago, Roy McBride’s (Brad Pitt) father left Earth to pursue extra-terrestrial life but was lost in the process. When Space Command, the U.S.’s space military branch,...

Gutseverywhere played a solo show at The Bitter End on Saturday, September 21. (Via Instagram @gutseverywhere)

gutseverywhere Excels at Vulnerable First Concert

Cam Franklin’s performance at the Bitter End was personal and down to earth.
Izzy Salas, Staff Writer September 23, 2019

Clive Davis junior Cam Franklin, also known by their stage name, gutseverywhere, performed at The Bitter End this past weekend. During their set, Franklin laughed and said, “guts...

Award-winning author and NYU professor Zadie Smith will publish her new book, Grand Union, on October 3, 2019. (Staff Photo by Chelsea Li)

Zadie Smith’s Talents on Full Display in ‘Grand Union’

In her first short-story collection, award-winning author and NYU Professor Zadie Smith crosses genres and perspectives to meditate on the trials, absurdities and unexpected joys of the modern world.
Julie Goldberg, Books & Theater Editor September 23, 2019

Zadie Smith released her debut novel, “White Teeth,” to widespread critical acclaim in 1999. Since then, she has published five novels and two essay collections. In “Grand...

Disney's 3D remake of the 1994 Lion King animated movie. (via Disney)

Is Disney Ruining the Circle of 2D Life?

Disney 3D remakes are turning out flatter than their 2D originals.
Megan Chew, Contributing Writer September 20, 2019

Much like the Italian Renaissance, the Disney Renaissance of the ‘90s brought us many artistic treasures: “The Little Mermaid,” “Aladdin,” and  “Hercules,” to name...

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‘Elite’ Season Two Explores the Secret Lives of Spanish Prep School Students With New Twist

"Elite’s" eagerly anticipated second season is a suspenseful and shocking teen drama that reverses audience expectations. In the fictional Las Encinas High School, everyone is hiding something.
Alyssa Craig, Contributing Writer September 20, 2019

The cliffhanger in the season one finale of “Elite” left fans with many questions. Namely, how will a show that spent the whole season building up to a murder retain the same...

Colleen Ballinger,who  starred in “Waitress”, just had her final show of Broadway run. (Via Twitter)

Miranda Sings on Broadway! Colleen Ballinger Wraps Up Broadway Debut in “Waitress”

Colleen Ballinger, most famously known as Miranda Sings, just ended her limited four-week engagement run as Dawn in “Waitress.”
Liv Rocklin, Contributing Writer September 19, 2019

Earlier this summer, it was announced that “Waitress” on Broadway will have its closing performance on January 5, 2020. This will mark an almost four-year run at the Brooks...

The Moles, a live show from French theater director and visual artist Philippe Quesne, tells a story about seven giant moles. (Via NYU Skirball)

“Moles” Shocks, Amuses at Skirball

Skirball brings French director and visual artist Philippe Quesne’s “The Night of the Moles” to NYU, welcoming audiences into its subterranean world populated by gigantic rodents in this wordless theater experience.
Madeline Lyskawa, Staff Writer September 19, 2019

A group of seven larger-than-life-sized moles took over NYU Skirball last weekend, as Philippe Quesne’s darkly humorous performance of “The Moles” took place last Friday...