Q&A: Scottish filmmaker Charlotte Wells is one of the most promising voices in British cinema
NYU alum Charlotte Wells speaks to WSN on directing her first feature film, working with actors Paul Mescal and Frankie Corio, and her cinematic influences.
Stephanie Wong, Film & TV Editor
• October 19, 2022
NYFF 60 Review: ‘Beirut the Encounter’ is pure cinematic poetry
Lebanese director Borhane Alaouié questions the human condition through his powerful visual language and his instilling of a lingering sense of melancholy. "Beirut the Encounter" will screen at the 60th New York Film Festival on Oct. 16 at Lincoln Center.
Yezen Saadah, Staff Writer
• October 14, 2022
Review: With ‘Blonde,’ Hollywood continues to punish Marilyn Monroe
We should leave Marilyn Monroe alone and finally look at her life in the way she herself lived it.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer
• October 14, 2022
NYFF 60 Review: ‘Triangle of Sadness’ is an outrageous and heavy-handed work of brilliance
Ruben Östlund’s newest social satire comments on class warfare, socioeconomic inequities and contemporary politics in a ridiculously heightened and often hilarious way. “Triangle of Sadness” recently screened at the 60th New York Film Festival and is playing in select theaters across the city.
Yezen Saadah, Staff Writer
• October 12, 2022
NYFF 60 Review: ‘Aftersun’ is a tender exploration of the intimate space between a daughter and father
Charlotte Wells’ debut film poignantly recounts a woman’s memory of a summer spent with her father during childhood. “Aftersun” screens at the 60th New York Film Festival on Oct. 8 and will be released in select theaters on Oct. 21.
Stephanie Wong, Film & TV Editor
• October 7, 2022
It’s New York, baby: Harry Styles takes over Madison Square Garden
Harry Styles, accompanied by his devoted and well-dressed fans, displays his massive effect in New York during a 15-show residency at Madison Square Garden.
Emily Kerrigan, Staff Writer
• October 3, 2022
Review: ‘Infernal Affairs’ trilogy restoration reinvigorates a Hong Kong classic
Even two decades later, Janus Films’ restoration of the iconic “Infernal Affairs” trilogy reminds audiences that its messages are pertinent more than ever.
Mick Gaw, Staff Writer
• September 28, 2022
2 NYU Emmy winners discuss their work, awards and alma mater
Two winners of the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards spoke with WSN to share their reactions to winning and how their time at NYU influenced their professional careers.
Bryn Borzillo, Senior Staff Writer
• September 23, 2022
Film Forum restores iconic François Truffaut anthology
Modeled on Truffaut’s own life, the series returns to the big screen in new 4K restorations.
Sebastian Zufelt, Staff Writer
• September 20, 2022
Review: ‘Pearl’ sees Mia Goth play an atypical homicidal heroine
A slasher-film fanatic’s dream, A24’s second installment in the “X” franchise, “Pearl,” is one not to miss, currently playing in theaters.
Samantha Burge and Shreya Wankhade
• September 19, 2022
Off the Radar: ‘Tokyo Drifter’ reinvents the Yakuza Film
Off the Radar is a weekly column surveying overlooked films available to students for free via NYU’s streaming partnerships. “Tokyo Drifter” is available to stream on Kanopy.
Mick Gaw, Staff Writer
• September 15, 2022
Review: ‘Moonage Daydream’ is an eccentric odyssey into the mind of David Bowie
Director Brett Morgen takes advantage of the IMAX format in his newest documentary to deliver a visual and auditory experience as extravagant as its subject. “Moonage Daydream” opens in select cinemas in New York on Sept. 16.
David Melean, Contributing Writer
• September 14, 2022
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