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

Washington Square News

Due to Hollywood’s bias against people of color, “La La Land” will more likely than not beat “Moonlight.”

Oscars Preview: A Tale of Two Movies, but Not Really

Ethan Sapienza, Film Editor January 23, 2017
"Moonlight" is an Oscars frontrunner, but "La La Land" is poised to sweep at the awards show.
Mark Rylance and Bob Davis perform in the American Repertory Theater's new production of "Nice Fish".

‘Nice Fish’ Questions the Meaning of Life Through Ice Fishing

Joseph Myers, Theater & Books Editor March 2, 2016
"Nice Fish" starring recent Academy Award winner Mark Rylance and Louis Jenkins, is a play about the existential ponderings of fishermen.
NYU alumnus, Spike Lee, is one of the several prominent members of the film industry boycotting the Oscars this year.

Hashtagging for a More Diverse Oscars

Zach Martin, Arts Editor January 25, 2016
The Oscars are facing are changing their membership rules after controversy over lack of diversity.
Oscars lack diversity, audience

Oscars lack diversity, audience

Annie Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor February 25, 2015
The Oscars remain revelant by casting light on contemporary issues despite the specter of controversy.
Living on a tight budget should not stop one from looking as stylish as those on the red carpet.

Red carpet styles accessible for students

Gabriella Bower, Violet Vision Editor January 26, 2015
Transforming red carpet looks for a college budget.
Oscar  entry gives  powerful love story

Oscar entry gives powerful love story

Jena Keahon, Contributing Writer November 18, 2014
Switzerland's Oscar entry clouds important story of gay rights with distracting docudrama format.
DeGeneres delivers safe jokes, solid performances at Oscars

DeGeneres delivers safe jokes, solid performances at Oscars

March 4, 2014
Ellen DeGeneres presided over this year's somewhat boring Oscar ceremony with her usual wit and charm.
The 88th Oscars on Feb. 26 positions "La La Land" for another sweep, beating its more qualified counterpart "Moonlight" — simply because the former's cast is whiter.

Catch up on Oscar-nominated films around the city

February 28, 2014
The films nominated for Best Picture this year are still showing at various theaters around New York, so hurry to see them before Sunday night!
The Best Songs from Oscars past

The Best Songs from Oscars past

February 28, 2014
Gear up for the Academy Awards on March 2 with this playlist of Oscar-winning songs from up to 80 years ago.
Art by Casey Dalrymple

Academy overlooks worthy nominees

February 27, 2014
Take a look at who you won't see at the 86th Academy Awards on Sunday March 2.
courtesy of Zeitgeist Films

Romanian film ‘Child’s Pose’ juxtaposes fiction and reality

February 18, 2014
Director Călin Peter Netzer's film explores a wrenching relationship between a mother and her unsuccessful son.
Unprecedented talent compete for glory at 2014 Oscars

Unprecedented talent compete for glory at 2014 Oscars

January 27, 2014
Our Film Desk takes a look at potential Academy Award winners.