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

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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.
“Victoria & Abdul” is a comedy-drama film based on real life relationship between Queen Victoria and her Indian servant Abdul Karim.

‘Victoria & Abdul’ Lacks Depth

Guru Ramanathan, Contributing Writer September 18, 2017
"Victoria & Abdul" is a period drama like no other; exploring the platonic relationship between two unlike characters with glimpses of humor.
In his latest role as Brad Sloan, Ben Stiller's character compares his present to the glory days of college.

‘Brad’s Status’ Finds Humor in Insecurity

Daniella Nichinson, Film Editor September 12, 2017
"Brad's Status" continues Ben Stiller's foray into indie films, telling the story of one man's mid-life crisis.
Dayveon explores the life of gangsters with the aim of being a coming of age story.

‘Dayveon’ Shows Promise, But Lacks Strength in Its Characters

Guru Ramanathan, Contributing Writer September 12, 2017
"Dayveon," written, produced, directed (and everything else) by debut filmmaker Amman Abbasi, is a coming-of-age gangster film about innocence and loss.
Strong Island is a raw and emotional film about the loss of a young man.

‘Strong Island:’ A Story of Racial Injustice Told by Those Left Behind

Alesha Bradford, Contributing Writer September 12, 2017
"Strong Island" is a story of injustice, detailing the murder of director Yance Ford's brother during the worst of the Jim Crow era.
'Trophy' takes a look at the dangerous world of big game hunting, including the viral death of Cecil the lion.

‘Trophy’ Disturbs and Enlightens

Tyler Stevens, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
"Trophy" is a new documentary about big-game hunting that brings to light the forces behind Cecil the Lion's infamous death.
“It” takes a different approach to Stephen King’s massive novel focuses on the children, rather than on Pennywise.

‘It’ Will Hit Big, But Underwhelms in Every Way

Tyler Stevens, Contributing Writer September 11, 2017
Stephen King's "It" has tormented children and adults alike for decades, but the newest film adaptation lacks dynamic and thrill.
“Ex Libris” is a charming three-hour documentary about the New York Public Library and its people.

‘Ex Libris’ Brings Books to Life

Tristen Calderon, Staff Writer September 11, 2017
"Ex Libris" is a surprisingly fascinating documentary about the New York Public Library and its branches that becomes more than its subject matter.
"Call Me by Your Name" is a new film by Luca Guadagnino with high praise and award expectations.

The Reign of Indie Films This Fall

Daniella Nichinson, Film Editor August 28, 2017
As we wave goodbye to summer blockbusters, fall indies are gearing up to kick off the season with a bang and provide students with an escape from the mundanity of their textbooks.
NYU-alum founded Flies Collective, which awards grants to students who are hoping to finance their own film projects.

NYU Alums Create Grant to Support Indie Film

Zuzia Czemier-Wolonciej, Staff Writer May 1, 2017
A trio of NYU alums are working to keep indie film afloat by launching a grant for independent filmmakers.
Elian Gonzalez, the subject of the Tribeca Film Festival documentary "Elian," becomes torn between his homeland of Cuba and the United States in a bitter geopolitical debate.

Tribeca 2017: ‘Elian’ Recounts the U.S.-Cuba Showdown Over a 5-Year-Old Boy

Ethan Sapienza, Film Editor May 1, 2017
Debuting at the Tribeca Film Festival, "Elian" depicts the international custody battle over 5-year-old Cuban Elian Gonzalez, which made for a showdown between the United States and Cuba.
Barrett Doss and Andy Karl star in Matthew Warchus’ stage adaptation of the classic 1993 film “Groundhog Day.”

‘Groundhog Day’ : Deja Vu Dances all Over Again

Kamila Daurenova, Contributing Writer May 1, 2017
What if you were stuck in a time loop, reliving the same day over and over again? Fans of the original Bill Murray classic will be happy to hear that this story has made the jump from screen to the stage.