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Famous for Nicole Kidman and Ewan Mcgregor, fearlessness, and undeniably catchy songs, “Moulin Rouge!” is a cinema classic. After finding its way to the stage of Broadway, it still managed to offer a fresh and engaging experience while remaining loyal to the film. (Staff photo by Alex Tran)

Does ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Deserve to Be on Broadway?

A classic story of star-crossed lovers set in late 19th-century France raises questions on whether the jukebox musical is necessary.
Sasha Cohen, Performing Arts Editor Mar 4, 2020

Imagine a burlesque night club that screams eroticism and intimacy. Lightbulbs line the edges of the theater while chandeliers and red drapes hang from the ceiling. All of the...

Half of the critically acclaimed French Film I Lost My Body follows the misadventures of a disembodied hand, as told through animation. The film is one of several Netflix films nominated for Academy Awards this year. (Staff Photo by Fareid El Gafy)

‘I Lost My Body’: A Hand’s Odyssey

The French Oscar nominee for Best Animated Film combines traditional animation, a surrealist adventure story starring a disembodied hand and a young man’s search for love in a world of tragedy. And it’s beautiful.
Ben Linder, Contributing Writer Feb 14, 2020

Content warning: this article contains spoilers Why can’t French films ever just be normal? Just once. Must everything be beautiful and profound, not just in spite of, but...

Paris Extinction Rebellion

Paris Extinction Rebellion

A look into the aftermath of the Extinction Rebellion protest in Paris this October.
Katie Short, Exposures Staff Photographer Oct 25, 2019


‘By the Grace of God’ is a film directed by Francois Ozon released on October 18, 2019. (Via Music Box Films)

‘By the Grace of God’ Redefines Faith and Power

Director Francois Ozon’s “By the Grace of God” tells the true story of the men who drew the world’s attention to the Catholic Church’s silence on the sexual abuse of children.
Destine Manson, Staff Writer Oct 22, 2019

“By the Grace of God” layers skin onto the skeletons of an all-too-familiar reality. Some are men of God, whereas others have just enough faith to take on a case that has shocked...

Dances in Paris

Dances in Paris

An enchanting series by Katie Short combining French iconography, fashion and culture.
Katie Short, Exposures Staff Photographer Sep 23, 2019

A view of NYU Florence campus from Villa Natalia. (WSN File Photo)

The First Year Away

I spent my first year abroad in Paris through the Liberal Studies First-Year Away program. I called it an adventure. My brother called it a glorified holding tank.
Natalie Chinn, Under the Arch Editor May 6, 2019

French Labor Minister, Muriel Pénicaud spoke at NYUs Maison Francaise, on March 11th. (Photo by Anna Letson)

French Labor Minister at NYU Event: ‘We Are at a Turning Point in France’

In light of the ongoing yellow vests protests in France, French Labor Minister Muriel Penicaud discussed the impact of the movement on France’s economy.
Jesse Jimenez, Staff Writer Mar 12, 2019

From grappling with a stagnant economy to protests over working and middle class treatment across the country, France has been attempting to institute a series of reforms to mitigate...

Paula Beer and Franz Rogowski star in the German drama “Transit”. (Courtesy of Music Box Films)

‘Transit’ Is a Bumpy Ride That Still Bores

Officially selected for the New York Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival, the German film is a fascinating character drama that is let down by a poor script.
Guru Ramanathan, Arts Editor Mar 4, 2019

Like its title suggests, “Transit” is mobile, unable to find solace in any one mood, setting or genre, oscillating back and forth between being an interesting character drama,...

Wyatt Russell in Overlord. (via facebook.com)

‘Overlord’ Is an Amazing WWII B-Movie That Offers Zombies Too

Though advertised as a generic zombie flick, the J.J. Abrams-produced film is secretly a stellar World War II action-thriller flying under the radar.
Guru Ramanathan, Film & TV Editor Nov 12, 2018
Though advertised as a generic zombie flick, the J.J. Abrams-produced film is secretly a stellar World War II action-thriller flying under the radar.
A traditional aligot dish served at L’Auberge Aveyronnaise in Paris.

Sometimes Food Is All You Need to Travel

Hannah Benson, Contributing Writer Oct 30, 2018
Forget the plane tickets and carry-on luggage. All you need is a warm plate of French-style sausage and potatoes.
Photo via Twitter

NYU Predicts: World Cup Final

Bela Kirpalani, Editor-at-Large Jul 14, 2018
NYU students try to predict the outcome of Saturday's World Cup final between France and Croatia.
The River Seine.

Day in the Life: Paris

Kaity Berg, Contributing Writer Apr 13, 2018
Did you ever wonder what is it like spending a semester at NYU Paris? Find out about a typical day at the abroad site.

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