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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Ad Astra, starring Brad Pitt, was released on September 20. (Via Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

‘Ad Astra’ Is a Slightly Maddening Delight

Ad Astra delves into the isolating monotony of space travel in a not-so-distant future.
Nicholas Weid, Contributing Writer September 23, 2019

Thirty years ago, Roy McBride’s (Brad Pitt) father left Earth to pursue extra-terrestrial life but was lost in the process. When Space Command, the U.S.’s space military branch,...