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Poster for the Indian film "Lagaan" nominated in 2002 and the last Indian film to be nominated for the Foreign Language Oscar. (via Facebook )

Foreign Language Oscars

The Arts Desk gives out recs for great Oscar-nominated foreign language films to check out in advance of this Sunday’s ceremony.
February 22, 2019

The Oscars are this Sunday and something really special about this year’s ceremony is the fantastic representation of foreign language films. Set in Mexico, Alfonso Cuarón’s...

Tom Schilling as painter Kurt Barnet. (Courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics)

‘Never Look Away’ Paints an Expansive Portrait of Germany’s Art History

The celebrated German film finally expands into wide release in the United States on the heels of being nominated for two Oscars at the 91st Academy Awards.
Guru Ramanathan, Arts Editor January 24, 2019

After watching his 188-minute period epic “Never Look Away” — loosely based on the life of German artist Gerhard Richter — two things became clear about German filmmaker...

Berlin protesters wave flags made of emergency blankets for refugees. (Courtesy of Ava Vecellio)

What It’s Like to Protest the Far Right in Germany

Jacqueline Kolhof, Contributing Writer October 15, 2018
An NYU Berlin student attends the "Indivisible" protest in Berlin, a demonstration against the rise of the far-right across Europe.
Berlin's rich culture makes it a fascinating place to study abroad.

Day in the Life: Berlin

Leo Tulchin, Contributing Writer May 1, 2018
Did you ever wonder what is it like spending a semester at NYU Berlin? Find out about a typical day at the abroad site.
Josie Aslakson practices for the 2018 World Championships for wheelchair basketball.

Tisch Senior Reselected for US Wheelchair Basketball Team

Bela Kirpalani, Contributing Writer February 20, 2018
Tisch student Josie Aslakson earns a spot U.S. Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team.
The Rise of the Right in Germany… and Probably The Entire Western World

The Rise of the Right in Germany… and Probably The Entire Western World

Mert Erenel, Contributing Writer October 12, 2017
The rise in global terrorism, the refugee crisis and the euro crisis have all led people to change their political views towards the right. But that change became more representative of how poorly established governments handled these issues.
Can Mark Zuckerberg Protect Us From Ourselves?

Can Mark Zuckerberg Protect Us From Ourselves?

Alison Zimmerman, Contributing Writer October 5, 2017
This past election showed us the true nature of the Facebook beast and its ability to influence the American electorate, and the trend shows no sign of ceasing.
Pierre Niney and Paula Beer as Adrien and Anna, in French filmmaker Franҫois Ozon’s “Frantz.” “Frantz” released in the U.S. on March 17.

Finding a Friend in New Film “Frantz”

Tristen Calderon, Staff Writer March 22, 2017
In a world bursting to the brim with art making deeper meanings, "Frantz" is a film that is simply and incredibly beautiful.
"Viva Activa: The Spirit of Hannah Arendt" opens at the Film Forum on the 6th of April.

Hannah Arendt Documentary Captures the Philosopher’s Convictions

Zuzia Czemier-Wolonciej, Contributing Writer April 5, 2016
The new documentary "Vita Activa: The Spirit Of Hannah Arendt" discusses the life of the influential 20th century philosopher.
Berlin: A Visit to an International Film Festival With Plans to Return

Berlin: A Visit to an International Film Festival With Plans to Return

Georgina Hahn, Contributing Writer March 7, 2016
NYU Berlin student Georgina Hahn attends the 66th Annual Berlinale with her film class.
International holiday desserts to try in the city

International holiday desserts to try in the city

Kendall Levison, Dining Editor December 8, 2015
Celebrate the holidays with these international treats.
NYU's Model United Nations hosted Germany's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Braun as a part of their "Discussion with a Global Leader" series.

German ambassador to UN discusses peacekeeping at NYU Model UN

Kati Garrity, Staff Writer December 1, 2015
NYU Model UN hosted a discussion with the German ambassador to the United Nations.