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‘Girls’: two-faced vs. down-to-earth

March 14, 2013
“Girls,” “Girls,” “Girls” — that’s all anyone seems to be talking about lately.
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’42’

March 14, 2013
Only some trailers are capable of giving a viewer chills, and “42’s” manages to do just that.
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Letter from the Editor

March 14, 2013
Arts editor Josh Johnson welcomes readers to the 2013 Arts Issue. This year's theme: Sincerity.

Online vs Rentals

March 14, 2013
Those who lament the disappearance of the video rental store tend to see it as the end of social film viewing, but such claims wither under the slightest scrutiny.
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‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’

March 14, 2013
“Beasts of the Southern Wild” is one of the most emotionally honest on-screen tales in recent years.
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‘The Perks of Being a Wallflower’

March 14, 2013
While watching “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” it is easy to laugh at the characters because of the things they say.
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‘Silver Linings Playbook’

March 14, 2013
“Silver Linings Playbook” is regarded as David O. Russell’s most personal film. With its blend of comedy, drama, romance, football and dance, the Best Picture-nominated film continues to touch audiences across the world.
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One-woman shows

March 14, 2013
Ann Richards, played by Holland Sherry in the show “Ann,” never understood why a woman could not do everything a man does.
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Thom Yorke

March 14, 2013
Thom Yorke, frontman for Radiohead and, recently, Atoms for Peace, is incredibly sincere in that he does what he wants regardless of any criticism he might receive.
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Deap Valley

March 14, 2013
When Deap Vally’s Lindsey Troy and Julie Edwards play, they don’t just put on a show — they stage a full assault on the senses.
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Lady Gaga

March 14, 2013
It’s hard to know who was more devastated by Lady Gaga’s decision to cancel her tour after a recent injury — her loyal fan base or Mother Monster herself.
Arts Issue 2013

Arts Issue 2013

March 14, 2013
WSN's Spring 2013 Arts issue explores the value of sincere, un-ironic storytelling in games, TV, film and theater.