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Strong Island is a raw and emotional film about the loss of a young man.

‘Strong Island:’ A Story of Racial Injustice Told by Those Left Behind

Alesha Bradford, Contributing Writer September 13, 2017
"Strong Island" is a story of injustice, detailing the murder of director Yance Ford's brother during the worst of the Jim Crow era.
State Champs played an intimate and high energy show at White Eagle Hall.

State Champs Shake Up White Eagle Hall

Nicole Rosenthal, Contributing Writer September 12, 2017
State Champs brought the house down at White Eagle Hall, with six unique acts electrifying the audience.
Adam Gopnik's memoir recalls a familiar story of the challenges of moving to New York City.

‘At the Strangers’ Gate’ Book Talk with Adam Gopnik

Marissa Gabrione, Contributing Writer September 12, 2017
Adam Gopnik spoke intimately about his new memoir at the Strand on Sept. 6.
'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.
HBO’s “The Deuce” shows the grittier side of New York City with James Franco and Maggie Gyllenhaal.

HBO’s ‘The Deuce’ Has Grit

Lily Dolin, Staff Writer September 11, 2017
HBO's new original series "The Deuce," focuses on New York in the 1970s, and the emergence of mainstream pornography films.
“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.
Croll points to artists like Paul Simon and Prince as his musical inspiration and admires their popularity and uniqueness.

Dan Croll Explains ‘Adulthood’

Robert Frezza, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
Dan Croll's folk-meets-electronica music style was on display at the Brooklyn Bazaar on Sept. 7. WSN talked with him about his new music and his experience in the music industry thus far.
The Neighbourhood played a sold out concert at Terminal 5 on Wednesday, led by their ever shirtless lead Jesse Rutherford.

The Neighbourhood Takes No Prisoners at the Bowery Ballroom

Brandi Powell, Contributing Writer September 8, 2017
The Neighbourhood took center stage Wednesday night, Sept. 6, at The Bowery Ballroom, fronted by the ever-so charismatic Jesse Rutherford, wearing only pants and tattoos.
In the middle of Washington Square Park, a wall of bricks was put together in artistic protest against the Trump Administration.

“MURO” Installation Divides Washington Square Park

Caroline Haskins and Miranda Levingston September 8, 2017
Bosco Sodi, an artist from Oaxaca, Mexico used 1,600 clay bricks in an art installation responding to President Trumps immigration policy.
Noname was one of the many performers for the Mystery Concert.

Dave East Goes Wild at the Mystery Concert

Maya Ranganathan, Contributing Writer September 8, 2017
The NYU Program Board welcomed back students with the annual Mystery Concert at Le Poisson Rouge on Wednesday, Sept. 6. The concert, headlined by guests Palm, Noname and Dave East, boasted a massive attendance, with the line-to-enter snaking around the block.
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.