Arts
Q&A: Filmmaker Neo Sora on capturing Ryuichi Sakamoto’s final performance
WSN spoke with director Neo Sora about his latest film “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus,” the late musical icon’s last recorded concert.
Mick Gaw, Film & TV Editor
• Mar 15, 2024
Review: Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ is rough, buddy
The live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” rarely ever excels as a shot-for-shot remake of the popular cartoon, ultimately frustrating longtime fans of the original.
Carmo Moniz and Yezen Saadah
• Mar 15, 2024
Review: ‘Love Lies Bleeding’ is a sultry slasher that disappoints
Within the brawn and blood of New Mexico in the ’80s, Rose Glass’ romantic thriller precariously balances romance and violence against a quickly paced plot.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• Mar 15, 2024
Q&A: Punchlove on its debut album ‘Channels’
A band of five NYU graduates, Punchlove, released its debut album and is currently going on tour.
Julia Diorio, Music Editor
• Mar 14, 2024
Review: ‘Copy Machine Manifestos: Artists Who Make Zines’ celebrates the bold and beautiful
The exhibition, which showcases comics and zines ranging from the 1970s to the present day, is on display at the Brooklyn Museum until March 31.
Samiksha Kasyap, Contributing Writer
• Mar 14, 2024
Review: Ariana Grande isn’t perfect, and neither is ‘eternal sunshine’
The pop diva’s latest album is raw, emotional and compelling, but suffers from repetitiveness and the rumors surrounding its release.
Naisha Roy, Editor-at-Large
• Mar 13, 2024
Review: ‘Bleachers’ is the band at its most personal and in love
The latest Jack Antonoff-led project continues to hone the Bleachers sound through clever writing on grief, love and maturity.
Lulu Chatterjee, Staff Writer
• Mar 12, 2024
Review: ‘Expats’ stumbles upon modern Hong Kong
The high anticipation for A24 director Lulu Wang’s portrayal of the Asian metropolis doesn’t seem to be given enough air time — but her efforts shine through.
Kaitlyn Sze Tu, Contributing Writer
• Mar 11, 2024
Books beyond Bobst: Heartbreaking tales of family, an untraditional romance and more
Books beyond Bobst is a book-rec column highlighting what NYU students are reading now, outside of their classes. If you’re in need of a new read, look no further.
Alexa Donovan, Anna Baird-Hassell, Eleanor Jacobs, and Elena Portnoy
• Mar 11, 2024
Review: ‘I Got Heaven’ is Mannequin Pussy at the band’s punk-rock peak
The Philadelphia band returns with a visceral, catchy fourth album.
Ethan Beck, Staff Writer
• Mar 11, 2024
Staff Recs: Who runs the world?
Our favorite feminist media to carry you into this Women’s History Month cultured and empowered.
Clara Scholl, Stephanie Wong, Mick Gaw, Alexa Donovan, and Julia Diorio
• Mar 8, 2024
Kids Rock For Kids: Showcasing young musicians and performers for a good cause
Kids Rock For Kids is a nonprofit organization that provides support and resources to young musicians while raising money with local and global charities.
Clara Scholl, Arts Editor
• Mar 8, 2024
Liam Restivo, Contributing Writer • Mar 17, 2024
Maisie Zipfel, Deputy News Editor • Mar 15, 2024
Mick Gaw, Film & TV Editor • Mar 15, 2024
Ashley Simons, Contributing Writer • Mar 15, 2024
Dharma Niles, Deputy News Editor • Mar 12, 2024
Julia Diorio, Music Editor • Feb 20, 2024