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

Washington Square News

The Anthology Film Archives’ review of Dennis Hopper’s career will run from December 2nd to the 11th.

Anthology Honors the Legacy of Dennis Hopper

Daniella Nichinson, Staff Writer November 30, 2016
In a well-deserved honoring of actor David Hopper, Film Anthology Archives will be screening his films for just over a week - including the iconic "Blue Velvet."

Mia Hansen-Love’s film “Things to Come” challenges emotional norms through the subtlety of a Parisian phiilosophy teacher’s life.

Isabelle Huppert Shines in ‘Things to Come’

Zach Martin, Editor at Large November 28, 2016
Mia Hansen-Love's new French drama "Things to Come" brings out the subtleties of heartbreak when one least expects it.

Bobby Sands: 66 Days documents the story of a young Irishman who went on a hunger strike against the IRA.

From a Hunger Strike To a Revolution

Daniella Nichinson, Staff Writer November 28, 2016
The new documentary on the famed hunger-striker Bobby Sands gives a hauntingly human look at the Irish icon.
This documentary, directed by Steven Okazaki, follows the life and work of actor Toshiro Mifune.

Mifune Doc Details Legendary Career

Ali Hassan, Contributing Writer November 21, 2016
One of the greatest acting legends to have come out of Japan finally gets his time to shine in "Mifune: The Last Samurai."
"Ne Me Quitte Pas", a story about two men who ponder about life issues, will be released on this Friday, November 18th.

“Ne Me Quitte Pas” Is a Slow But Worthwhile Meditation on Life

Daniella Nichinson, Staff Writer November 18, 2016
"Ne Me Quitte Pas" offers comfort in its mundane observation of two cantankerous old men's lives.
Written and directed by Kelly Fremon Craig, "The Edge of Seventeen" will be premiered in theaters on November 18th.

‘Edge of Seventeen’ Models Teen Angst in Digital Age

Natalie Whalen, Staff Writer November 18, 2016
"The Edge of Seventeen" takes the age-old teen film genre and refreshes it with not just a visually striking but powerfully relevant look at teenage-hood in the modern age.
"Daughters of the Dust", the inspiration behind Beyoncé's "Lemonade", discusses the conflicts of the Black female identity and is to be re-released by Cohen Media Group in honor of its 25th anniversary.

‘Lemonade’-Inspiring ‘Daughters of the Dust’ To Be Re-Released

Natalie Whalen, Staff Writer November 17, 2016
One of the films that served as Beyoncé's inspiration for her visual album "Lemonade" is about to be re-released.
"Seasons", a film directed by Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzud, illustrates the beauty of nature through graceful, isolated footage of animals in the wild and limited human actors.

‘Seasons’ Argues for Environmental Protection

Sophie Bennett, Staff Writer November 17, 2016
Can humanity survive itself for much longer?
Bleed For This tells the story of VInny Paz, a boxer whose story could become a film classic with Raging Bull and Rocky.

Fighting the Good Fight

Bradley Alsop, Staff Writer November 14, 2016
What could have been a tired trope was made into a riveting, personal look into the world of boxing in Ben Younger's latest film, "Bleed For This."
Located in Downtown Brooklyn, the Alamo Drafthouse integrates food and film for an interesting experience.

Alamo Drafthouse Brings the Luxe You’re Looking For

Zach Martin, Editor at Large November 8, 2016
The Texas-based chain of dine-in movie theaters Alamo Drafthouse has officially opened its doors to the new downtown Brooklyn location, and it's the best thing for movies since hot popcorn.
A 1998 political satire, “Bulworth” was brought back to the big screen at the Metrograph Theater as the election draws near.

‘Bulworth’ Relevant 20 Years Later

Daniella Nichinson, Staff Writer November 7, 2016
"Bulworth" might have been released in 1998, but its political satire seems eerily familiar in the context of today's presidential race.
Sol Patches, a freshman in Tisch, plays the lead in Michael Paulucci’s new film “Pronouns,” utilizing slam poetry as a means to tell the story of a black transgender teen.

Tisch Freshman Leads ‘Pronouns’

Herman Lee, Staff Writer November 7, 2016
NYU Tisch freshman Sol Patches took the time to speak with WSN about his role in the new short film "Pronouns," which follows the life of a black transgender person and gives a dynamic portrait of the trans experience.