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

Washington Square News

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The case for Charles Melton

As the 96th Academy Awards ceremony closes in, the exclusion of the “May December” star from this year's nominations is one of the most egregious snubs in the Academy’s history.
Mick Gaw and Stephanie Wong March 1, 2024

In a year of multimillion-dollar blockbusters and critically acclaimed arthouse films, supporting actors took center stage. Whether it was Ryan Gosling’s iconic performance as...

A teenager wearing a green jacket and a burnt orange beanie is standing, holding a guitar case on his back. A woman stands to the right of the teenager, wearing wire-frame glasses and black clothes. They are looking at one another.

Review: ‘When You Finish Saving the World’ doesn’t know what to do with itself

Jesse Eisenberg’s directorial debut flounders — much like its two main characters.
Colleen Secaur, Contributing Writer February 7, 2023

A “Jesse Eisenberg character” is an archetype easily constructed in the moviegoing public’s mind. He’s awkward, pretentious and neurotic — and maybe a bit moneyed and...

“Wonderstruck” is based on the children's book of the same name written by Brian Selznick, and tells the story of young boy from the midwest and a young girl in New York. A series of events unfold as they both seek a mysterious connection.

‘Wonderstruck’ Induces Wonder

Sophie Bennett, Staff Writer October 17, 2017
Todd Haynes' newest film "Wonderstruck" tells the story of a young boy who lost both his mother and his hearing.
Moore and Page defend gay rights in ‘Freeheld’

Moore and Page defend gay rights in ‘Freeheld’

Dejarelle Gaines, Contributing Writer September 29, 2015
Based on real events, Laurel Hester (Julianne Moore) is a dying police officer who wishes to leave her pension to her life partner Stacie Andree (Ellen Page) until the New Jersey board of freeholders denies the couple's request.
Kino Lorber, Inc

Kimberly Peirce’s ‘Carrie’ offers smart reimagining of classic tale

October 17, 2013
Peirce's vision for 'Carrie' creates a harrowing update for the horror classic.