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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

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‘Thor’ sequel thunders into theaters with triumphant action

November 7, 2013
Marvel superhero Thor returns for a popular, action-packed sequel with "Thor: The Dark World."
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TV adaptations succeed by offering audiences fresh takes

November 7, 2013
The success or failures of shows adapted from a source — whether from a book, film or another television show — have become more apparent this fall.
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‘Armstrong Lie’ delivers unique account of famous scandal

November 7, 2013
Alex Gibney’s latest documentary, “The Armstrong Lie,” presents an honest account of scandalous events.
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‘Go For Sisters’ poorly navigates story of female friendship

November 7, 2013
A story of two childhood friends is bogged down by poor pacing and too many plotlines.
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Andrew Cohn’s ‘Medora’ struggles with jarring tonal shift

November 7, 2013
The story of a small Indiana town can prove engaging, but suffers from some poor pacing in its message.
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Daniel Craig shines, Rachel Weisz stumbles in ‘Betrayal’ revival

November 6, 2013
In the revival of this stage show, a love triangle is anchored by the real life couple's performances.
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‘Snow Geese’ gracefully tells story of family’s financial woes

November 6, 2013
“The Snow Geese” is a graceful show without an easily foreseeable or predictable ending.
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‘Fun Home’ depicts realistic, engaging portrayal of LGBTQ experience

November 6, 2013
“Fun Home,” an adaptation of the award-winning graphic novel of the same name, details Alison Bechdel’s experiences with coming out to her family and the suicide of her father.
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Roundabout Theatre’s ‘Winslow Boy’ wastes intriguing plot, setting

November 6, 2013
'Winslow Boy' constructs a fascinating backdrop only to falter in actors' performances.
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‘Arkham Origins’ successfully works as prequel to ‘Batman’ game series

November 5, 2013
Batman fans who have never experience the "Arkham" game series, as well as loyal gamers, will enjoy “Batman: Arkham Origins.”
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M.I.A. taps into spiritual side with ‘Matangi’

November 5, 2013
M.I.A.’s fourth studio album, “Matangi” is often a gentle, even spiritual, listen, but it includes jagged edges to keep the album stimulating.
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‘Big Fish’ flounders in transition from silver screen to Broadway stage

November 5, 2013
While disappointing Broadway plays are rare, 'Big Fish' falls into that unfortunate category.