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The Death of King Louis XIV, directed by Albert Serra, portrays the death of the Sun God and how that led to the slow demise of the French monarchy.

Quiet and Contemplative, ‘Death of King Louis XIV’ Captures a Great Figure on Screen

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Mar 27, 2017
Albert Serra takes on the legacy of one of the loudest, most pompous kings in French history in new film "The Death of King Louis XIV" and makes it into a marvelously slow and quiet affair.
Alice Lowe’s film “Prevenge” opens at the IFC Film Center at 323 Sixth Ave. on Friday, March 24 and will be available to stream nationwide the same day via Shudder. The movie chronicles the life of a pregnant widow who finds herself being controlled by her unborn baby.

The Youngest Little Murderer in ‘Prevenge’

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Mar 24, 2017
If you can get past the perhaps shocking premise of a murderously manipulative unborn baby, "Prevenge" is a film bursting with talent and artistry.
James Franco plays Mac McLeod in “In Dubious Battles,” based on John Steinbeck’s novel of the same name.

Horde of Stars Brings ‘In Dubious Battle’ to the Screen

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Feb 16, 2017
James Franco's latest exploits in film adaptations of classic literature bring us "In Dubious Battle," a star-studded but relatively adequate project.
Isabelle Adjani and Sam Neill in the rampant 1981 romance “Possession,” being screened as part of the Anthology Film Archives’ Valentine’s Day Massacre.

Anthology Provides Anti-Romance for Valentine’s Day

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Feb 9, 2017
If you're so sour about Valentine's Day that you could just kill somebody, then the Film Anthology Archives "Valentine's Day Massacre" has the perfect solution for you.
Robert De Niros passion project, The Comedian, features various high-profile actors, such as Leslie Mann and Danny DeVito.  The film depicts De Niros personal struggle to revive his career.

Robert DeNiro’s Passion Project is a Forgettable Mess

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Feb 7, 2017
Don't get your hopes up for Robert DeNiro's new film "The Comedian" — as it turns out, passion projects aren't a guaranteed success. In fact, this one is downright forgettable.
Attendees painted as Bob Ross videos played in the background.

Bob Ross Event Reflected Philosophy

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Feb 6, 2017
The Student Resource Center thought it would be fun to have students paint while watching Bob Ross videos. We thought it would be fun to critique their paintings.
Finding Babel, a documentary directed by David Novack, follows Andrei Malaev-Babels journey to learn more about his grandfather, Isaac Babel, and his famous writings.

‘Finding Babel’ Makes Russian Writer Into a Folk Hero

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Oct 27, 2016
In the new documentary "Finding Babel," attempting to cover the entirety of the rich history behind famed writer Isaac Babel and his legacy turns out to be too much to tackle in a single film, no matter how touching.
Scene from Marvels TV Series Luke Cage.

Luke Cage Is Not Just Relevant — It’s Excellent

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Oct 6, 2016
In a time where there are more black people incarcerated than there were recorded slaves in the history of the United States, Luke Cage brings a much-needed bulletproof black man to the screen and gives Marvel the revival it much needed.

In Comedy Central’s series “Drunk History,” drunk comedians retell history as live recreations mimic their tellings.

History is Better Drunk

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Oct 5, 2016
With originality and spunk, "Drunk History" begins its latest season by proving that its formula for recounting history with alcohol and humor has not yet worn out it welcome.
In Favor of Blockbusters: Cash, Explosions and Artistry

In Favor of Blockbusters: Cash, Explosions and Artistry

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Sep 29, 2016

A distaste for blockbusters – so often rooted in snobbery – has escalated in the past few years, along with the rise of superhero movies, massive franchise tent poles and consistent...

To Concentrate or Not to Concentrate…

To Concentrate or Not to Concentrate…

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Sep 29, 2016
Whether or not some NYU students select a major course of study or an independent concentration can often come down to minutely personal factors.
The Anthology Film Archive has started a new series called Woman With a Movie Camera to showcase female directors.

Anthology Film Archives Series Celebrates Female Filmmakers

Carter Glace, Staff Writer Sep 22, 2016
The Anthology Film Archives' latest series, “Woman With a Movie Camera: Female Film Directors Before 1950," puts the women who have been erased from film's history back in their rightful, respected place.

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