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

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Staff Recs: Crunchin’ the munchies

The Arts Desk recommends the best movies and music for dozing off into high heaven as you celebrate 4/20.

It’s twenty past four and you need something to do after toking and coughing on a spliff or devouring a brownie whose chemical makeup is a broken ratio of three parts cannabis,...

A Renaissance in Independent Filmmaking

A Renaissance in Independent Filmmaking

Natalie Whalen, Film Editor April 5, 2018
Your favorite movie from the past five years almost wasn’t made. Luckily, it was, thanks to the growing independent studios that put it in theaters.
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ARTS ISSUE: ‘Spring Breakers’ rolls experimental film with party culture

December 5, 2013
Harmony Korine's film may seem to be all style and no substance, but there is much more meaning below its shiny surface.
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‘Spring Breakers’ has shallow humor, lacks depth

March 13, 2013
"Spring Break" features young, famous actors and actresses, but fails to make a splash with audiences.