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

Washington Square News

Despite not looking or behaving similarly, Asian actress students are constantly mixed up by their NYU professors. U.S. media perpetuates racial microaggressions by either having stereotypical Asian characters or having white-washed characters played by white women. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)

We are both Asian, but we look nothing alike

It’s not too late to recognize your subconscious microaggressions and how they induce anxiety and doubt.
Jennifer Ren, Performing Arts Editor August 25, 2021

It’s almost the year-and-a-half anniversary of the last time I performed for a live audience, and let me tell you: this has been the most maddening, daunting and self-doubting...

"Marriage Story" is a coming-of-age film about adults struggling to balance a relationship between their own ambitions. (Via Twitter)

‘Marriage Story’ Is Noah Baumbach in Top Form

Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson deliver enthralling performances as a couple fallen out of love.
Alexandra Bentzien, Contributing Writer November 12, 2019

It’s a logline five words long: a couple goes through divorce. Crack all the jokes you want - “Shouldn’t it be called ‘Divorce Story?’” Plainly, no. Marriage encompasses...

"Isle of Dogs" director Wes Anderson with his miniature cast of dogs, heroes and villains.

Isle of Dogs Is Culturally Tone Deaf

Veronica Liow, Assistant Managing Editor April 10, 2018
Wes Anderson's "Isle of Dogs" unfortunately falls into the list of white filmmakers who stereotypically portray and use other cultures as a tool for entertainment.
Celebrities Must Use Their Platforms

Celebrities Must Use Their Platforms

Shraddha Jajal, Contributing Writer January 31, 2018
Celebrities should use their platforms to actively support women's rights.
Not Since “Tiffany’s:” The 10 Worst Whitewashing Incidents in Film

Not Since “Tiffany’s:” The 10 Worst Whitewashing Incidents in Film

Ryan Mikel, Entertainment Editor October 5, 2017
Whitewashing is a casting practice in film in which white actors are cast in historically non-white character roles. Explore WSN's picks for the Top 10, or in this case, Bottom 10 incidents of whitewashing in film.
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“Under the Skin” uses sci-fi genre for feminist critique

Zack Grullon, Staff Writer November 6, 2014
"Under the Skin" uses the science-fiction genre to make a feminist commentary
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Tribeca: ‘Chef’ cooks up heartfelt comedy

April 30, 2014
Jon Favreau writes, directs and stars in this lighthearted family film, which includes many hilarious celebrity cameos.
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Johansson devours role in ‘Skin’

April 3, 2014
Jonathan Glazer's "Under the Skin" is a thematically challenging, visually stunning film about humanity and connection, featuring an unexpected performance from Scarlett Johansson.
'Captain America: Winter Soldier' doubles as chilling political thriller

‘Captain America: Winter Soldier’ doubles as chilling political thriller

Jonathon Dornbush and Clio McConnell April 3, 2014
The Marvel Cinematic Universe is shockingly altered in this latest installment, starring Chris Evans.
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Spike Jonze astounds audiences with visual, aural masterpiece ‘Her’

December 10, 2013
To put it simply, “Her” is the best film of the year.
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Gordon-Levitt finds success with directorial debut ‘Don Jon’

September 26, 2013
'Don Jon' introduces Joseph Gordon-Levitt to the directorial world.
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New York Film Festival returns to Lincoln Center

September 25, 2013
The New York Film Festival is returning to Lincoln Center for its 2013 screenings.