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Four women dressed in 1920s clothing are sitting on a picnic blanket on grass. There are plates of food in front of them and they are covering themselves in blankets. They are holding fans.

Review: ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ glorifies American sin, white greed and forbidden love

Martin Scorsese’s first Western crime drama represents the duality of man while also educating the audience on the Osage’s “Reign of Terror.”
Julia Diorio, Music Editor October 20, 2023

For the Osage Nation, a Native American tribe, the flower moon brings health and rejuvenation. As the moon rises in May, flowers begin to bloom, and the medicine they hold becomes...

If securing a Valentine’s date proves to be a failure, WSN has you covered with a list of movies to watch alone on Valentine’s Day. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)

Staff Recs: Anti-Valentine’s Day films

The Arts Desk recommends the best films to protest Saint Valentine’s Day.

“The Living End” directed by Gregg Araki Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Arts Editor Nothing says Saint Valentine’s Day like sex, death and hedonism. Gregg Araki’s New Queer...

Leonardo DiCaprio and Mark Ruffalo as U.S. Marshals in "Shutter Island." (via facebook)

Staff Recs: Movies That Can Be Enjoyed Despite Knowing the Twist

Afraid you won’t enjoy a movie after someone spoils it? These recs will change your mind.

With the recent contention over spoilers in "Game of Thrones" and "Avengers: Endgame," the Arts Desk has decided to rebel against this paranoia and go all in on some great cinematic...

“Before the Flood,” is a documentary about the exigency of caring for the environment in severe midst of climate change.

DiCaprio’s Doc is Pretentious — In a Good Way

Natalie Whalen, Staff Writer October 20, 2016
Leonardo Dicaprio's new documentary "Before the Flood" is one of the most affecting pieces of work that the actor has produced yet, and he's not even in it.
NYU alumnus, Spike Lee, is one of the several prominent members of the film industry boycotting the Oscars this year.

Hashtagging for a More Diverse Oscars

Zach Martin, Arts Editor January 25, 2016
The Oscars are facing are changing their membership rules after controversy over lack of diversity.
Five films to catch over winter break

Five films to catch over winter break

Wondering what films to watch over winter break? Check out these five new films coming out this December.
Keeping it Green

Keeping it Green

February 20, 2014
Here are some tricks to be more environmentally friendly.
Russell follows model of Scorsese, Burton with Lawrence as muse

Russell follows model of Scorsese, Burton with Lawrence as muse

February 13, 2014
Jennifer Lawrence is set to star in David O. Russell's next directorial endeavor, leading viewers to wonder if the actress has become a muse of sorts.
via warnerbros.com

ARTS ISSUE: Luhrmann’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ glorifies gaudy, grandiose

December 5, 2013
With the director's indulgent nature, the "Gatsby" film adaptation proves to be one of the most extravagant movies of the year.
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ARTS ISSUE: ‘Wolf of Wall Street,’ Scorsese focus on real-life lavishness

December 5, 2013
The promotional material for Scorsese's latest hints at one of the director's most over-the-top films ever.
Graphic by Claude Rains/WSN

EXCLUSIVE: Oscars format changes to ‘Saw’-esque fight for survival

October 31, 2013
To increase ratings, the 86th Academy Awards will have its nominees in all categories participate in a fight for survival reminiscent of the “Saw” film series.
via youtube.com

Tarantino delivers another masterpiece with ‘Django Unchained’

December 24, 2012
Quentin Tarantino proves he is still in his prime with this enthralling homage to spaghetti westerns.