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Romanian film ‘Child’s Pose’ juxtaposes fiction and reality

February 18, 2014
Director Călin Peter Netzer's film explores a wrenching relationship between a mother and her unsuccessful son.
Russell follows model of Scorsese, Burton with Lawrence as muse

Russell follows model of Scorsese, Burton with Lawrence as muse

February 13, 2014
Jennifer Lawrence is set to star in David O. Russell's next directorial endeavor, leading viewers to wonder if the actress has become a muse of sorts.
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‘New Black’ explores marriage equality in U.S.

February 12, 2014
Yoruba Richen's documentary honestly portrays a polarized public as it tries to reconcile points of view on race and LGBTQ issues.
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Rise in dystopian films showcase genre’s relevance

February 12, 2014
Dystopian worlds portrayed in films like the upcoming "Divergent" make us take a hard look at modern society.
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Batman, Superman hope to rewrite history in latest flick

February 11, 2014
Batman and Superman film franchises have been historically difficult to cast. Here's an early look at the possibilities for Zack Snyder's 2016 crossover version.
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Day in the life: Michael Bowen

February 6, 2014
Tisch graduate student Michael Bowen spends his days surrounded by films.
Debating Allen: Separating art from artist

Debating Allen: Separating art from artist

Tatiana Baez and Clio McConnell February 5, 2014
Two staff members go head to head in our debate on detaching controversial artists from their work.
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South by Southwest gives due respect to quality television

February 5, 2014
SXSW announces a new screening section in their upcoming festival called "Episodic," in which they will premiere episodes of new shows from AMC, HBO, Hulu, Showtime and more.
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Broadway inspired by varied source material

Clio McConnell, Arts Editor February 4, 2014
Many of this season's Broadway shows have adapted existing works of film and literature.
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Nathan’s focus proves too wide in ‘12 O’Clock Boys’

February 4, 2014
First-time director Lotfy Nathan tackles a unique facet of gang life in Baltimore.
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Buzz builds for Sundance selections

February 2, 2014
This year's Sundance Film Festival features A-list actors and new films from familiar directors.
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NYU community mourns alumnus Philip Seymour Hoffman

Clio McConnell and Ife Olujobi February 2, 2014
Oscar-winning actor and NYU graduate Philip Seymour Hoffman died unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 2.