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

Washington Square News

Tisch seniors Ton Do-Nguyen(left) and Angie Jones(right) launched their podcast “Chamomile Tea” in July, talking about culture, race, media, life and love.

Tisch Seniors Spill the ‘Tea’

Jessica Xing, Contributing Writer October 2, 2017
Tisch seniors Angie Jones and Ton Do-Nguyen host "Chamomile Tea," a podcast dealing with race, culture, life and love.
The Florida Project by Sean Baker, tells a story of precocious 6-year-old Moonee who courts mischief and adventures.

These Are ‘Dark Times’ Indeed

Amelia Reardon, Contributing Writer September 26, 2017
"Super Dark Times" is a dark portrayal of teenage experiences, fraught with trauma and emotion.
The Florida Project has not received as much acclaim as other movies released this year, but WSN considers it to be one of the top films of the season.

NYFF 2017: Magic of Childhood in ‘The Florida Project’

Daniella Nichinson, Film Editor September 26, 2017
In Sean Baker's "The Florida Project," the darkness of the state is revealed.
The movie "I Am Another You" by Nanfu Wang, is a moving story that explores the homeless community of the United States.

‘I Am Another You’ Captivates Audiences with Raw Emotion

Paige Lane, Contributing Writer September 26, 2017
"I Am Another You" delves into what it's really like to be experiencing homelessness in the United States.
The new documentary “Pathological Optimist” follows the doctor who linked vaccines with autism, Andrew Wakefield.

Anti-Vaccine Doc Fails to Condemn Lies

Carter Glace, Staff Writer September 26, 2017
"The Pathological Optimist" gives a sympathetic look at Andrew Wakefield, the doctor who falsified anti-vaccine research.
“Swan Lake” ballerina from the New York City Ballet dances on the opening night at the David H. Koch Theatre.

Opening Night at City Ballet

Ryan Mikel, Entertainment Editor September 21, 2017
The New York City Ballet kicked off its 17/18 Season with "Swan Lake," featuring reimagined and mesmerizing choreography by Ballet Master in Chief, Peter Martins. This revival brings new life to the classic ballet.
Sautéed potatoes is one of the many ways to cook a side dish for your meal.

Staff Recs: Best Way to Eat a Potato

The WSN staff tells you their favorite ways to eat the versatile potato.
‘Elizabeth Blue’ Is the Love Story Mental Illness Deserves

‘Elizabeth Blue’ Is the Love Story Mental Illness Deserves

Hailey Nuthals, Editor-at-Large September 20, 2017
"Elizabeth Blue" is a film that deals with mental illness in a fleshed-out way, without reducing itself to stereotypes or stigmas.
Nathan Silver's enthralling new film 'Thirst Street' tells a story of romantic obsession in Paris. The film opens on September 20th at Quad Cinemas.

‘Thirst Street’ — Under the Lights

Marisa Lopez, Contributing Writer September 18, 2017
"Thirst Street" is a story of a flight attendant whose life gets turned upside down after meeting a man on the job.
NYU professor Alexandra Zelman-Doring shines in "The Itch."

Scratching an ‘Itch’ You Hate to Have

Hailey Nuthals, Editor-at-Large September 18, 2017
"The Itch" centers around the relationship one has with an alcoholic loved one — a relationship that not everyone can relate to experiencing, but a heart-wrenching one nonetheless.
Museum of the Moving Image presents the U.S. theatrical premiere engagement of Close Relations

Family Divisions Exposed in ‘Close Relations’

Jessica Ji, Contributing Writer September 18, 2017
"Close Relations" details Ukriane-Russia relations through an unexpected lens: a family conflict.
On Friday evening, AUNTS took over the entirety Skirball for an immersive underground dance experience

Experimental Dance at Skirball

Devanshi Khetarpal, Contributing Writer September 18, 2017
AUNTS took over Skirball last Friday, Sept. 15, as several downtown artists performed in the hallways and dressing rooms.