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Revisiting ‘Girls’: A story about friendship and deeply flawed people

Lena Dunham’s cringeworthy characters and dysfunctional friendships have found a new audience among Gen Z, 11 years after the show’s debut.
Natalia Palacino Camargo, Books & Theater Editor April 17, 2023

Premiering 11 years ago on April 15, 2012, the HBO show “Girls” — produced by Judd Apatow and controversial writer-director Lena Dunham — has cemented itself as a staple...

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Opinion: In praise of the Hot Girl Walk

The No. 1 thing to take advantage of in New York City is your own two feet.
Alexandra Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor April 13, 2022

I was recently gifted an Apple Watch, which means I have been forced to adopt a new personality to overcompensate for the not-so-chic addition to my wrist that peer-pressures me...

Mumblecore: An Unspoken Genre

Zuleyma Sanchez, Staff Writer April 5, 2018
If you’re unfamiliar with the term mumblecore, you are not alone. Unlike other genres of film, Mumblecore thrives on its obscurity.
Problematic Portrayal of Female Friendship in 'Girls'

Problematic Portrayal of Female Friendship in ‘Girls’

Cara Zambrano, Staff Writer May 1, 2017
The HBO series "Girls" does what other television series have failed to do — it offers a realistic look at female friendships, instead of idealized or exaggerated versions.
Ahh the Tribeca Film Festival, Lena Dunham discussed women in film and and TV industry alongside her "Girls" show runner, Jenni Konner.

Tribeca 2017: Lena Dunham, Jenni Konner and America Ferrera Talk Women in Film and TV

Sophie Bennett, Staff Writer April 27, 2017

The six-season run of “Girls” ended April 16. The series was extremely important for the entertainment industry, giving voices to women that are rarely shown on the big or...

“My Entire High School Sinking Into the Sea” is the perfect film for those who enjoy face-paced, quirky comedy. The animated film perfectly depicts the chaotic nature of high school.

Psychedelic ‘High School Sinking into the Sea’ is Odd But Memorable

Sophie Bennett, Staff Writer April 12, 2017
In an off-kilter and action-packed new animated film, everyone's best — and worst — dreams come true as an entire high school sinks into the sea.
Actor Jon Glasier, who plays Laird on "Girls", answering questions at the screening in Kimmel on Tuesday.

“Girls” Attracts More Than Just Girls

Ryan Mikel, Contributing Writer February 1, 2017
The "Girls" screening and Q&A with cast members Alex Karpovsky and Jon Glaser was a major success for NYU's Student Resource Center and HBO.
Diane Kruger and Norman Reedus embrace in "Sky", an upcoming French-German drama film.

‘Sky’ Puts a New Spin on the Road Trip Film

Jordan Reynolds, Staff Writer April 12, 2016
"Sky" stars Diane Kruger as a woman who kills her husband after an altercation and goes on a road trip to begin a new life.
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Dunham maks feminist views accessible in memoir

Ward Pettibone, Contributing Writer November 6, 2014
In her memoir, Lena Dunham takes down all kinds of stereotypes about women
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“Girls” proves Lena Dunham one of TV’s true feminists

Mary Ann Odete, Contributing Writer November 6, 2014
Always one of the most outwardly feminist shows on air, "Girls" depicts real women
Late night talk shows should consider female hosts

Late night talk shows should consider female hosts

Annie Cohen, Contributing Columnist September 18, 2014
Given the current pool of prominent, successful and qualified female comedians, the lack of women in the late night talk show host role is disgraceful.
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David Call discusses ‘Dead Man’s’ background

May 1, 2013
NYU alumni David Call talks about working with Lena Dunham and his role in the new Western "Dead Man's Burden."