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An illustration of two figures, one dark purple and one dark crimson, sitting on the rear bumper of a vehicle. Bumper stickers read “Reagan Bush ’84” and “My wife yes, my gun no.”

Review: ‘Bones and All’: Unequivocally romantic, unconventionally cannibalistic

Luca Guadagnino’s latest release, “Bones and All,” starring Taylor Russell and Timothée Chalamet, is a deft fusion of the romance and horror genres. The film was released in select theaters in New York City on Nov. 18.
Stephanie Wong, Film & TV Editor November 22, 2022

Spoiler warning: The following article contains spoilers for “Bones and All.” Luca Guadagnino’s latest feature film, “Bones and All,” is a visceral, alchemic fusion...

A black-and-white group portrait shot on film of six skateboarders on a rooftop. Two members of the group are sitting on the wall, white the rest stand against it. A few members of the group hold cigarettes or bottles.

222’s democratic vision for skateboard culture

222, a skateboarding collective comprised of artistically-minded NYU students, values community over trendiness.
March 11, 2022

“Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” is Lil Nas Xs latest music video. Everything about the video is meticulous and seems to have a double meaning, particularly the inscriptions in both paradise and hell. (Illustration by Chandler Littleford)

Lil Nas X’s ‘Montero’ video is a conceptual masterpiece

Lil Nas X rises above religion in his new video.
Valentina Arrieta, Staff Writer April 8, 2021

If you have been on the internet at all in the past week, you have more than likely heard of Lil Nas X’s rather controversial video for “Montero (Call Me By Your Name).”...

Luca Guadagninos new HBO series “We are Who We Are” follows two teens and their families on an American army base in Chioggia, Italy. The series shows the struggle of the characters, played by several well known celebrities such as Chloe Sevigny and Scott ‘Kid Cudi’ Mescudi, as they navigate through teenage life and the exploration of their sexualities and identities. 
(Staff Illustration by Charlie Dodge)

‘We Are Who We Are’ Is An Artistic Triumph For The Coming-of-Age Genre

The new series by Luca Guadagnino tells the story of teenage self-discovery with the backdrop of a U.S. army base in Italy.
Kaylee DeFrietas, Arts Editor September 28, 2020

A drama about coming-of-age in a small town in Italy by Luca Guadagnino? You may think I am talking about the 2017 critically acclaimed film “Call Me By Your Name” but I am...

Armie Hammer and Timothée Chalamet in a scene from Call Me By Your Name, one of the films part of Luca Guadagninos Desire Trilogy. (via facebook.com)

You Missed the Other Two Film’s in the ‘Call Me By Your Name’ Trilogy of Desire

In the films comprising his Desire Trilogy, director Luca Guadagnino urges viewers to embrace their inner desires.
Nosheen Hossain, Contributing Writer November 1, 2018

World-renowned Italian director Luca Guadagnino — whose film “Suspiria” was just released in theaters — is best known for his Oscar-winner “Call Me By Your Name.”...

The Rise of Queer Cinema

The Rise of Queer Cinema

Alex Cullina, Staff Writer April 5, 2018
In the last few years, it seems like there has been an increase in the number of films both by and about queer people.
The Fall of Queer Cinema

The Fall of Queer Cinema

Matthew Holman, Entertainment Editor April 5, 2018
“Love, Simon” is not a piece of queer cinema. Well, it’s not the best representation of one.
The 2018 Oscars: The Year Diversity Won

The 2018 Oscars: The Year Diversity Won

Alison Zimmerman, Deputy Opinion Editor March 7, 2018
Abandoning their tradition of favoring white men, this year's Oscars finally acknowledged and awarded deserving individuals regardless of gender, race or sexuality.
André Aciman: “Call Me By Your Name”

André Aciman: “Call Me By Your Name”

Ryan Mikel, Arts Editor March 5, 2018
WSN sat down with author André Aciman to discuss "Call Me By Your Name" and its unprecedented success.
This week’s staff recommendations is on what film should win Best Picture for the 2018 Oscars.

Staff Recs: Who Should Win Best Picture

The WSN Staff makes a case for which "Best Picture" nominees should take home the top prize at the 90th Academy Awards this Sunday.
Staff Recs: Best Songs to Cry To

Staff Recs: Best Songs to Cry To

The WSN Staff compiled a playlist of the best songs to cry to this Valentine's Day. Sit back, relax and feel all the feels.
Don’t Call Off ‘Call Me By Your Name’

Don’t Call Off ‘Call Me By Your Name’

Julia Elia Leschi, Contributing Writer February 5, 2018
Casting straight actors to play gay roles does not contribute to the erasure of gay actors. Acting roles should not be limited to sexuality.