Film Series Spotlights Women Behind the Camera

Ryan Mikel, Arts Editor • August 1, 2018

Uptown, the Film Society of Lincoln Center is hosting "The Female Gaze," a two-week survey of films shot by women cinematographers. WSN sat down with curators Madeline Whittle and Tyler Wilson to discuss the films that are on display.

Tisch Gala Celebrates Students, Calls For Change

Ryan Mikel, Arts Editor • April 18, 2018

A call for change in diversity and inclusivity at NYU was at the center of Tisch School of the Arts' annual gala this year.

Diversity: Hollywood’s Two-Way Street

Guru Ramanathan, Staff Writer • April 5, 2018

The 90th Academy Awards was meant to be an extraordinary event for various reasons. Film in 2017 seemed to represent the gradual shift in America’s culture.

The Awards Feature

We all dream in violet.

Ryan Mikel and Molly Dolan • March 5, 2018

Let’s face it: the Academy Awards is not the end-all, be-all for measuring aptitude and success in the film industry. Every year there are snubs. Every year there is controversy....

Rachel Morrison: “Mudbound”

Molly Dolan, Social Media Editor • March 5, 2018

WSN recently spoke with Rachel Morrison on "Mudbound" and and history-making nomination for best cinematography at the 90th Academy Awards.

NYU at the Oscars, Again

Alex Cullina, Contributing Writer • January 26, 2018

The Academy Awards' efforts to reform and diversify its membership shone a little brighter this year with wide-ranging nominees and multiple NYU alums.