Review: ‘My Old Ass’ is a fresh twist on the coming-of-age dramedy
Megan Park crafts a hilariously philosophical tale through smart dialogue, a magnetic cast and a refreshing premise.
Lulu Chatterjee, Staff Writer
• September 12, 2024
WSN’s guide to the 62nd New York Film Festival
In anticipation of this year’s New York Film Festival, WSN has put together a list of must-see movie premieres that you will want to secure tickets for before they sell out.
Dani Biondi, Film & TV Editor
• September 9, 2024
Review: The only thing to fear in ‘AfrAId’ is the next generation of iPad kids
No amount of jumpscares could save the mediocrity of Blumhouse’s newest release.
Karina Rower, Under The Arch Editor
• September 6, 2024
Review: ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ is only pleasing to the ear
While the recently released biopic recreates some of the magic from Bob Marley’s music, it fails to thoughtfully explore the reggae superstar’s legacy.
Tony Jaeyeong Jeong, Staff Writer
• February 22, 2024
Off the Radar: Redefining national images in ‘The Scent of Green Papaya’
Off the Radar is a weekly column surveying overlooked films available to students for free via NYU’s streaming partnerships. “The Scent of Green Papaya” is available to stream on Kanopy.
Mick Gaw, Film & TV Editor
• February 9, 2024
Review: ‘Wonka’ is a sweet treat for your inner child
WSN spoke with actors Timothée Chalamet and Keegan-Michael Key about Paul King’s whimsical homage to the iconic story.
Dani Biondi, Contributing Writer
• December 15, 2023
Off the Radar: ‘Dial M for Murder’ and the ominous shadows cast by modern surveillance
Off the Radar is a weekly column surveying overlooked films available to students for free via NYU’s streaming partnerships. “Dial M for Murder” is available to stream on Kanopy.
Irene Jeong, Contributing Writer
• November 17, 2023
The case against ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’
Following the release of “Killers of the Flower Moon,” it is time to re-evaluate Scorsese’s acclaimed Jordan Belfort biopic.
Mick Gaw, Film & TV Editor
• October 23, 2023
Review: ‘Evil Dead Rise’ brings new life to the cult horror franchise
“Evil Dead Rise,” is in theaters starting April 21. This movie is ready to scare you and everyone else — no one is safe.
Chesney Graham, Contributing Writer
• April 24, 2023
Off the Radar: ‘Casablanca Beats’ explores the complex intersection of hip hop and politics
This Moroccan film doesn’t shy away from contentious discussions, examined with hip hop. “Casablanca Beats” is currently available on Kanopy.
Afnan Abbassi, Staff Writer
• April 7, 2023
Review: ‘Argentina, 1985’ and the legacy of a landmark anti-fascist trial
Nominated for best international feature film, Santiago Mitre’s “Argentina, 1985” depicts a monumental event in Argentine and international legal history. The film is showing in select theaters and streaming on Amazon Prime.
Mick Gaw, Staff Writer
• March 7, 2023
Review: ‘Cocaine Bear’ is at its best when it’s just about a bear on cocaine
Colleen Secaur, Contributing Writer
• March 7, 2023
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