
Off the Radar: ‘Alice in the Cities,’ a guide for lost souls
Off the Radar is a weekly column surveying overlooked films available to students for free via NYU’s streaming partnerships. “Alice in the Cities” is available to stream on Kanopy.
Amalia Rizos, Contributing Writer
• September 22, 2023

Review: ‘Stop Making Sense’ immortalizes a band in its prime
A24's restoration of the concert film featuring Talking Heads cements the legendary band's legacy as a pioneer of New Wave music.
Stephanie Wong, Arts Editor
• September 22, 2023

Review: ‘Farewell My Concubine’ restoration upholds film’s undying legacy
In celebration of the film’s 30-year anniversary, Film Movement’s uncut, 4K restoration breathes new life into a modern classic.
Mick Gaw, Film & TV Editor
• September 21, 2023

Review: ‘Bones and All’: Unequivocally romantic, unconventionally cannibalistic
Luca Guadagnino’s latest release, “Bones and All,” starring Taylor Russell and Timothée Chalamet, is a deft fusion of the romance and horror genres. The film was released in select theaters in New York City on Nov. 18.
Stephanie Wong, Film & TV Editor
• November 22, 2022

Review: ‘EO’ and a donkey’s odyssey across Europe
“EO” centers around a donkey’s experience in captivity, interactions with various sects of society, and eventual journey to liberation. “EO” is currently playing at Film Forum.
Mick Gaw, Staff Writer
• November 21, 2022

Review: Margaret Qualley shines bright in ‘Stars at Noon’
Esteemed French director Claire Denis’ latest film, “Stars at Noon,” was selected for the 60th New York Film Festival and released in theaters on Oct. 14. The film is now playing at select theaters across the city and in the Francesca Beale Theater at Lincoln Center for the festival through Oct. 27.
Olivia Olson, Contributing Writer
• October 24, 2022

Q&A: Scottish filmmaker Charlotte Wells is one of the most promising voices in British cinema
NYU alum Charlotte Wells speaks to WSN on directing her first feature film, working with actors Paul Mescal and Frankie Corio, and her cinematic influences.
Stephanie Wong, Film & TV Editor
• October 19, 2022

Q&A: Frankie Corio speaks about her debut acting role in ‘Aftersun’
Frankie Corio sat down with WSN to talk about her first feature film, favorite actors and artists, and plans for the future.
Stephanie Wong, Film & TV Editor
• October 17, 2022

NYFF 60 Review: ‘Triangle of Sadness’ is an outrageous and heavy-handed work of brilliance
Ruben Östlund’s newest social satire comments on class warfare, socioeconomic inequities and contemporary politics in a ridiculously heightened and often hilarious way. “Triangle of Sadness” recently screened at the 60th New York Film Festival and is playing in select theaters across the city.
Yezen Saadah, Staff Writer
• October 12, 2022

WSN’s guide to the 60th New York Film Festival
In anticipation of this year’s New York Film Festival, WSN put together a list of must-see movies being premiered that you will want to secure tickets for before they sell out.
Stephanie Wong, Film & TV Editor
• September 23, 2022

NYFF: A Digital Celebration of Cinema
With New York Film Festival 58 offering unprecedented accessibility, WSN Film Editor Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer has created a guide to understand the festival’s many titles and lineups.
Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Film Editor
• September 17, 2020

In ‘Beanpole’ Peacetime is Anything But
Russia’s Oscar entry for Best International Feature focuses on the bond between two women as they try to seek ways to heal from the traumas of war.
Kaylee DeFreitas, Arts Editor
• February 3, 2020


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