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Steinhardt senior Yasmin Williams plays guitar using a unique style called lap-tapping.

Yasmin Williams Isn’t Afraid to Break Convention

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor December 4, 2017
WSN spoke with Yasmin Williams, a senior studying music composition at Steinhardt, who takes advantage of a specific type of guitar-playing.
On Dec. 9, the Gowanus Ballroom will be hosting a student-run immersive art exhibit, aimed at exploring the effects of social media on society, titled “Live Stream Fever Dream”.

Social Media Like You’ve Never Seen It Before

Julia Fields, Staff Writer December 4, 2017
This Saturday, Hidden Currencies will be presenting an immersive art experience dealing with social media's effect on society.
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.
Indie folk-rock singer/songwriter Angel Olsen gave an electrifying performance to a packed audience at Brooklyn Steel on Dec.1.

Angel Olsen Rocks Brooklyn

Joshua Jones, Contributing Writer December 4, 2017
Angel Olsen performed at Brooklyn Steel over the weekend, performing songs from her new record "Phases" as well as older fan-favorites.
“Last Christmas” by Wham!, featuring the duo George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley, Is one of the staff recommendations for best original holiday song.

Staff Recs: Best Original Holiday Songs

For the last staff rec of the semester, WSN staff members reveal their favorite original holiday hits.
“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.
For the nights of Nov. 26 and Nov. 27, the Barclays Center became a family gathering for the homecoming of Jay-Z as he continues on his “4:44” World Tour.

Barclays’ House Party for Brooklyn’s Finest

Michael Muth, Staff Writer November 28, 2017
Jay-Z has followed up his renowned album "4:44" with an equally impressive live show in Brooklyn on Nov. 26.
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.
Northern California-based musician and producer Zack Arnett, who goes by SUR, found his creative inspiration somewhere between Red Rock and Big Sur.

SUR: On His Anthemic Debut and Inspiration

Nicole Rosenthal, Staff Writer November 28, 2017
Up-and-coming California based musician SUR sits down with WSN and chats about his childhood, source of musical influence and the style of his sound.