Arts
Janicza Bravo Q&A event: A glimpse inside the director’s mind
In anticipation of her movie "Zola," NYU alumna Janicza Bravo gave a Q&A session to students about navigating the film industry.
Sophia Carr, Staff Writer
• May 3, 2021
‘Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal’ defies documentary conventions
The story of how one man single-handedly ruptured the American higher education system. “Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal” is now available to stream on Netflix.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• April 30, 2021
‘Raya and the Last Dragon’: Disney’s Latest Attempt at the Empowered Princess
Disney’s newest animated feature offers a multicultural, yet modern peek into the future of the princess archetype.
Julia Gastone, Staff Writer
• April 30, 2021
Listen to This: Singles from April 24-30
Here are the singles we're obsessing over this week!
Isabella Armus, Holly Seefeldt, Sophia Carr and Ana Cubas
• April 30, 2021
Former Bethesda lead artist discusses working on ‘Skyrim’ and the ‘Fallout’ series
Having worked at the studio for over 14 years, Nate Purkeypile reflects on his time designing some of the most beloved RPGs of all time.
Nathan Chizen, Video Games Editor
• April 29, 2021
Bo Burnham surprises fans with upcoming Netflix special
After a five-year comedy hiatus, Bo Burnham’s teaser for his new Netflix special, “Inside” picks up where he left off in 2016’s “Make Happy.”
Caitlin Hsu, Under the Arch Managing Editor
• April 29, 2021
‘Quo Vadis, Aida?’ review: An unforgettable look at a forgotten part of history
Oscar Nominated “Quo Vadis, Aida?” allows the world to remember a horrific event that has been looked over for decades.
Victoria Carchietta, Staff Writer
• April 29, 2021
Must-see Tiny Desk concerts to cure your live music withdrawals
From the Blue Man Group to Billie Eilish, here’s a list of some of the most memorable NPR Tiny Desk concerts to enjoy until live performances return.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• April 28, 2021
Taylor Swift embraces her past in “Fearless (Taylor’s Version)”
On her re-recorded version of “Fearless,” Swift’s artistry has never been more apparent.
Valentina Arrieta, Staff Writer
• April 27, 2021
The recent restoration of ‘The Mirror’ and the need to resurrect cinematic discourse
Although movie theaters have reopened, film culture remains stagnant. A recent trip to experience Andrei Tarkovsky’s “The Mirror” at Lincoln Center revealed how issues of isolation currently threaten cinematic discourse.
Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Arts Editor
• April 27, 2021
‘Nomadland’s’ contemporary vision of the American dream
NYU alumna and best picture winner Chloé Zhao’s “Nomadland” interrogates the nature of coming of age in modern America.
Alexandra Bentzien, Staff Writer
• April 26, 2021
‘Minari’ and the roots of the Asian American experience
Despite its cultural specificity, Lee Isaac Chung’s story of family and dreams is a film for all of us.
JP Pak, Film Editor
• April 26, 2021