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

Washington Square News

The Weekend: September 18-20

Linda Yang, Contributing Writer September 17, 2015
Roundup of the top events for the weekend of September 18-20.
NYU removed Bill Cosby's name from a film workshop.

Tisch removes Bill Cosby’s name from film workshop

Whitt Van Tassell, Contributing Writer September 9, 2015
NYU removed Bill Cosby's name from a Tisch film workshop.

Movies you may have missed this summer

Zach Martin, Film Editor August 28, 2015
These movies may not be blockbusters, but they are certainly worth your attention.
The 2015 Tribeca Film Festival lasts from April 15-26.

Tribeca Film Festival hosts range of events

Sidney Butler, Staff Writer April 14, 2015
The Tribeca Film Festival is starting on April 15 and will include 101 features and 60 short films. This year, the festival will give a platform for underrepresented voices in film, such as how women directed 25% of the films for this year's edition.
Wild Canaries opens in theaters today.

‘Canaries’ combines comedy, noir

Christina Tucker, Contributing Writer February 25, 2015
Lawrence Michael Levine's latest film, "Wild Canaries," combines classic comedy and a suspenseful score, to emphasize its creativity and dark sense.
Wild Tales combines six stand-alone short films into an anthology centered on the theme of violence and vengence.

Damián Szifrón explores his ‘Wild’ side

Zach Martin, Staff Writer February 18, 2015
The Oscar-nominated film, "Wild Tales" provides dark humor, derived from its over-the-top nature. As well, the film features a mixture of violent and comedic content.

“Gett: The Trial of Viviane Amsalem” Review

Zach Martin, Staff Writer February 13, 2015
The film “Gett: The Trial of Viviane Amsalem," explores and exposes critical issues pertaining to women's rights in the Israeli judicial system.

‘Shadows’ sheds light on vampires

Zack Grullon, Staff Writer February 12, 2015
The mockumentary, “What We Do in the Shadows," plays on the comical relationship shared between vampires and humans, filled with cleverness and wit.
Staff recs: Valentine's Day films

Staff recs: Valentine’s Day films

WSN Staff February 11, 2015
With Valentine's Day approaching, the WSN staff recommends film to watch, this forthcoming holiday.
NYU helped in the conservation of Houdini’s “The Grim Game.”

NYU helps recover Houdini film

Tejas A. Sawant February 9, 2015
NYU Library's Preservation and Conservation department helped restore The Grim Game, set to make its world premiere at the TCM Classical Film Festival in March

Documentary shows long path on ‘Way to School’

Isabel Jones, Film Editor February 4, 2015
Recently released stateside, “On the Way to School” documents the importance of education, demonstrating the adversities some must combat for schooling.
Jody Lee Lipes’ “Balley 422” follows Justin Peck’s creative process as he builds his troupe’s show.

Alum pulls back curtain on ballet

Sidney Butler, Contributing Writer February 3, 2015
Director Jody Lee Lipes, who graduated from the Tisch School of the Arts in 2004, discussed his new film, "Ballet 422" and NYU's role in his cinematic career.