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Q&A: South Korean filmmaker Lee Chang-dong on realism in cinema

With Lee Chang-dong’s upcoming retrospective at the Metrograph, WSN spoke with the legendary South Korean filmmaker about the significance of realism in his films.
Tony Jaeyeong Jeong, Staff Writer April 8, 2024

Director Lee Chang-dong’s films are uniquely Korean, and throughout his career, his work has served as cultural beacons for the future of Korean cinema. “Peppermint Candy”...

A black and white photo of visual artist Beth B. leaning against a wall.

Q&A: Beth B on tackiness and transcendence

The filmmaker — a pillar of the New York underground arts scene in the ’70s and ’80s — spoke with WSN about New York City, alternative filmmaking and representation on screen.
Katherine Williams, Contributing Writer March 27, 2023

“You may call the Bs punks,” wrote Jim Hoberman of Beth and Scott B in the Village Voice in 1979. “I think they're space-age social realists.” Beth B is skeptical of...

A group of five excited Muppets rip through a paper background with an image of New York City skyscrapers.

Metrograph’s Play Time with Jim Henson unleashes the Muppets

Metrograph’s kid-friendly matinee series Play Time with Jim Henson tunes into the true essence of the Muppets by displaying their larger-than-life personalities. The series’ run was extended until April 24 with new screenings every weekend.
Saige Gipson, Staff Writer April 8, 2022

“Play Time with Jim Henson” at Metrograph is captivating in every way. It provides a screen large enough and sounds loud enough for the Muppets to display their rambunctious...

Julie and Anthony sit at a table waiting for food. Anthony has his head in his hands and is holding a cigarette. Next to the table is an ice chest with an unopened wine bottle.

‘The Souvenir’ duology reflects on the irrationality of first love

In “The Souvenir: Part II,” Joanna Hogg draws from her first love and experiences as a film student to bring the story of her fictional counterpart to a poignant conclusion. “The Souvenir” and “The Souvenir: Part II” are available on VOD.
Brandon Kiziloz, Contributing Writer March 9, 2022

In his novel “Kafka on the Shore,” Haruki Murakami writes that in love, "we each look for missing pieces of ourselves." Like stepping into an old room of memories, love can...

A close-up shot of bright orange lava.

Q&A with ‘Rock Bottom Riser’ director Fern Silva

WSN spoke with Fern Silva about Hawaii, Dwayne Johnson, colonialism and cinema as a point of inquiry.
Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Arts Editor March 7, 2022

At first glance, Fern Silva’s “Rock Bottom Riser” is a documentary about Hawaii. But through Silva’s tapestry of visceral sights and sounds, it becomes a sui generis piece...

A silhouette of swaying palm trees in front of a burnt orange sunset. In the center of the background is a giant golden sun surrounded by an orange cloudy sky.

Review: ‘Rock Bottom Riser’ rocks

Fern Silva’s feature-length debut is an electrifying documentary on Hawaii. “Rock Bottom Riser” opens this weekend at the Metrograph.
Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Arts Editor March 4, 2022

Through his exploration of myth, Fern Silva brings out the realness of places. His feature film debut, “Rock Bottom Riser,” digs deep into the long and complicated history...

Australian film, “Friends and Strangers” follows the lives of Ray (Fergus Wilson) and Alice (Emma Diaz) through the fumbles of growing into adulthood. (Image Courtesy of Grasshopper Film)

Review: ‘Friends and Strangers’ is an artful portrait of awkward Australians

James Vaughan’s directorial debut observes the fumbles of growing into adulthood. “Friends and Strangers” opens this weekend at Metrograph NYC.
Sebastian Zufelt, Staff Writer February 25, 2022

Apart from “Mad Max: Fury Road,” Australian cinema hasn’t been on the world’s radar since the peak of the Australian New Wave of the 1970s. With his directorial debut,...

Miklós Jancsó's "Red Psalm" depicts a peasant uprising in Hungary in the late 1800s. A tragic tale of a failed rebellion is told through folk songs and socialist anthems. (Image courtesy of MUBI)

‘Red Psalm’ is a revolutionary musical masterpiece by a Hungarian visionary

Fifty years after its release, Miklós Jancsó's magnum opus remains a visual triumph with an urgent social message.
Brandon Kiziloz, Contributing Writer February 15, 2022

“Red Psalm,” Miklós Jancsó’s 1972 portrait of a socialist uprising by Hungarian peasants, is part of a particularly fascinating genre combining elements of Hollywood-perfectionist...

Miklós Jancsó reimagines an ancient Greek myth in his 1974 film currently playing at the Metrograph. “Electra, My Love” uses an ancient narrative as a statement on contemporary politics. (Image courtesy of Metrograph and Kino Lorber)

Review: ‘Electra, My Love’ embodies the limits of revolution myths

Miklós Jancsó’s revolutionary 1974 reimagining of the ancient Greek myth of Electra is currently playing at Metrograph as part of a retrospective on the Hungarian director.
Katherine Williams, Contributing Writer January 26, 2022

In 1974, Hungarian director and screenwriter Miklós Jancsó said, “I used to think that humanity could be saved.”  But “Electra, My Love,” his film from the same year,...

Grear Patterson’s “Giants Being Lonely” is a new coming-of-age film. Patterson follows the story of teenagers facing life's challenges, struggles and responsibilities. (Staff Illustration by Debbie Alalade)

‘Giants Being Lonely’ review: a realistic portrait of what it means to be a teenager

Grear Patterson’s “Giants Being Lonely” is the latest coming-of-age film clamoring for your attention.
Sixx Orange, Contributing Writer April 9, 2021

Grear Patterson’s “Giants Being Lonely,” is an unapologetically raw and authentic representation of the challenging coming-of-age journey. The unmarked path from youth to...

Based on D.H. Lawrence’s novel of the same name, "Women in Love", the movie, which came out in 1969, rebukes conventional relationships and restrictive forms of love through the intertwining relationships among four people.

‘Women in Love’ is Not What it Seems

Angelica Chong, Staff Writer November 28, 2017
The film "Women in Love", which screens at Metrograph on Dec. 1, actually explores the subject of male love, masculinity, and purity.
In Nick Ebeling's remarkable  biography documentary, many sides of the legendary filmmaker, fine artist, film producer, photographer Dennis Hopper are explored

‘Along for the Ride’ Carries New Weight for Legend

Matthew Holman, Staff Writer October 30, 2017
“Along for the Ride” chronicles the legendary life and career of Dennis Hopper.