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Everything You See in "You Can See Everything"

Is the truth something that can't be unveiled or is it always hidden in plain sight?

Oct 26

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Zach Cregger's "Resident Evil": A Video Game Adaptation Done Right

Follow the rules of the game.

Oct 24

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Happy Autumn: A Revisiting of "500 Days of Summer"

The people we don't end up with... a slightly different look at "500 Days of Summer" now that it's over.

Oct 20

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“Artificial” Success Solidifies Luca Guadagnino's Place in NYFF History

"Artificial" tells the story of real people—extremely powerful people.

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Film School: Essential, or a Waste of Money?

"People don't look at your resumé. They look at your work."

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