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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

An orange, animated cat wearing a black tricorn holds a silver épée.

Review: ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’ is a surprisingly ambitious spinoff sequel

Computer animation and an unexpectedly heartwarming narrative go hand in hand in DreamWorks Animation’s latest “Shrek” franchise installment. “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” is now playing in theaters.
Yezen Saadah, Deputy News Editor February 13, 2023

To everyone’s dismay, “Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio” may have some stiff competition at this year’s Academy Awards — albeit, deservedly so.  “Puss in Boots:...

“Pain and Glory” centers on a director who is struggling to write any new work after his mother’s death. (Via Manolo Pavón)

‘Pain and Glory’ Is a Visually Stunning Film About Art’s Creation

Pain and Glory is a beautiful and moving meditation on the emotional toll that comes with being an artist.
Alyssa Craig, Contributing Writer September 30, 2019

“Pain and Glory,” Pedro Almodóvar’s latest film, is one of his more autobiographical works. It centers on director Sebastian Mallo (Antonio Banderas), who is struggling...

A shot from the film ‘Life Itself’

‘Life Itself’ Cannot Overcome Tired Tropes and Subpar Stereotypes

George Zhai, Contributing Writer September 25, 2018
Through a series of vignettes spanning generations, continents and languages, writer and director Dan Fogelman presents two painful hours of contrived emotional manipulation.