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Review: ‘My Old Ass’ is a fresh twist on the coming-of-age dramedy
Megan Park crafts a hilariously philosophical tale through smart dialogue, a magnetic cast and a refreshing premise.
Lulu Chatterjee, Staff Writer
• September 12, 2024
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Review: ‘Chicken for Linda!’ is chaotically charming and delightfully delicious
The French animated film packs a surprisingly magnificent punch of touching and hilarious moments.
Gabriel Murray, Contributing Writer
• April 5, 2024
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‘Free Time’ subverts any semblance of competent adulthood
I would call “Free Time” incompetence porn, but it’s not.
Liv Steinhardt, Contributing Writer
• April 5, 2024
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Review: ‘Love Lies Bleeding’ is a sultry slasher that disappoints
Within the brawn and blood of New Mexico in the ’80s, Rose Glass’ romantic thriller precariously balances romance and violence against a quickly paced plot.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• March 15, 2024
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Review: ‘All of Us Strangers’ is a hauntingly bleak tale of grief and trauma
Featuring stellar performances and cinematography, Andrew Haigh’s latest film is a spiritual romance meant to be experienced, not enjoyed. “All of Us Strangers” is now showing in select theaters.
Juliana Guarracino, Culture Editor
• February 5, 2024
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Review: ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ is classic nostalgia at its best
The “Five Nights at Freddy’s” movie adaptation gives us the same scares, laughs and fun the franchise did a decade ago.
Tony Jaeyeong Jeong, Contributing Writer
• November 2, 2023
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Review: Joan Baez says goodbye her own way in new documentary
“Joan Baez I Am a Noise” follows the political activist and musician as she embarks on her farewell tour and looks back on her storied career.
Holden Lay, Staff Writer
• October 6, 2023
![Actor Paul Dano wearing a blue shirt and red headband sits in a brown desk chair. He is speaking into a red microphone while looking at two computer monitors. The image is from the film “Dumb Money.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/arts-film-review-dumb-money-1200x676.jpg)
Review: ‘Dumb Money’ wages war on the wealthy through sensory overload
Craig Gillespie’s energetic new film begins by telling the story of the 2021 GameStop short squeeze, but ends with overconfident optimism.
Liv Steinhardt, Contributing Writer
• September 25, 2023
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Review: ‘El Conde’ tells a chilling story of bloodthirst through absurd political satire
Chilean director Pablo Larraín’s film is screening at the Paris Theater until Sept. 22.
Tony Jaeyeong Jeong, Contributing Writer
• September 20, 2023
![Actresses Ayo Edebiri and Rachel Sennott as characters Josie and P.J. in the film “Bottoms.” They are standing in an indoor basketball court.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/arts-film-bottoms-review-1200x800.jpg)
Review: ‘Bottoms’ delivers punches and punchlines in its teen sex story
Director and NYU alum Emma Seligman ushers in a new era of queer media through this hilariously horny teen film.
Dani Biondi, Contributing Writer
• September 15, 2023
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Review: ‘De Humani Corporis Fabrica’ cuts deep into the human body
In their latest documentary feature, Véréna Paravel and Lucien Castaing-Taylor bring viewers on a transformational journey of human anatomy. “De Humani Corporis Fabrica” is currently showing at the IFC Center.
Mick Gaw, Staff Writer
• May 1, 2023
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Review: ‘The Five Devils’ stuns at some points and baffles at others
The fantasy drama is at times confusing, but ultimately a visually stunning and touching watch.
Saisha Kapoor, Contributing Writer
• April 27, 2023
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