Entertainment

No Snooze: students flock to SZA-headlined campus forum

As she approached the end of her presentation, SZA finished with a bang — in lieu of a full concert set-list, she offered an acoustic version of “Kill Bill,” live from the lectern.

‘Oppenheimer’ review: Nolan brings complex humanity to picture of Princeton resident

“But beyond the film’s proximity to our community and the social media frenzy of Barbenheimer, the question remains: is it any good?”

“But beyond the film’s proximity to our community and the social media frenzy of Barbenheimer, the question remains: is it any good?”

'More plot in its pinky finger than a DC movie': Black Panther 2 film review

Marvel’s latest Black Panther movie gives us “everything we could possibly want,“ Contributing Writer Jessica Wang writes in her review of sequel “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.”

Marvel’s latest Black Panther movie gives us “everything we could possibly want,“ Contributing Writer Jessica Wang writes in her review of sequel “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.”

‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’: Too much Marvel, not enough context

“Some may wonder why I take such an issue with this. After all, countless films have been criticized for doing exposition-dumping instead of just telling the story. But in the case of ‘Ant-Man,’ the lack of orientation makes for quite a confusing viewing experience.”

“Some may wonder why I take such an issue with this. After all, countless films have been criticized for doing exposition-dumping instead of just telling the story. But in the case of ‘Ant-Man,’ the lack of orientation makes for quite a confusing viewing experience.”

Five rom-coms perfect for Valentine’s Day viewing

“Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching, so whether you’re planning a movie night with your boo or a solo candy binge, you’re going to need something to watch. Here are five of the best romantic comedies to set the mood for the most romantic day of the year.”

“Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching, so whether you’re planning a movie night with your boo or a solo candy binge, you’re going to need something to watch. Here are five of the best romantic comedies to set the mood for the most romantic day of the year.”

Spielberg’s lively, disjointed, semi-autobiographical odyssey: “The Fabelmans” review

“However, in truth, the movie might not actually be about much at all. Perhaps it was simply the aging Spielberg’s nostalgic attempt to preserve the story of his family for posterity in the wake of his parents’ recent passing.”

“However, in truth, the movie might not actually be about much at all. Perhaps it was simply the aging Spielberg’s nostalgic attempt to preserve the story of his family for posterity in the wake of his parents’ recent passing.”

10 holiday movies, shows, and songs to welcome a winter wonderland

“Sometimes, all you need is to turn your brain off, turn on the TV, and sip some hot chocolate.”

“Sometimes, all you need is to turn your brain off, turn on the TV, and sip some hot chocolate.”

Middle of the night, middle of the road: A review of Taylor Swift’s “Midnights”

“I can’t quite figure out if this is iconic or corny, but either way I’m left feeling slightly uncomfortable.”

“I can’t quite figure out if this is iconic or corny, but either way I’m left feeling slightly uncomfortable.”

10 best Halloween movies, shows, and songs to make your week extra spooky

“It’s the ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ of Halloween. It’s everything.” Check out these spooky movies, shows, and songs to get in the Halloween spirit.

“It’s the ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ of Halloween. It’s everything.” Check out these spooky movies, shows, and songs to get in the Halloween spirit.

Too much Styles, not enough substance: “Don’t Worry Darling” review

“With such a compelling twist and heart-racing finale, simple competency in other aspects of the production would have made for an above-average film. Alas, this was too much to ask,” writes Wilson Conn in a review of the latest USG offering at the Princeton Garden Theatre.

“With such a compelling twist and heart-racing finale, simple competency in other aspects of the production would have made for an above-average film. Alas, this was too much to ask,” writes Wilson Conn in a review of the latest USG offering at the Princeton Garden Theatre.

USG Movie Review: ‘See How They Run’

Contributing writer Ella Colby provides a comprehensive review on ‘See How They Run,’ which was shown during a USG movie showing on Saturday, Oct. 1.

Contributing writer Ella Colby provides a comprehensive review on ‘See How They Run,’ which was shown during a USG movie showing on Saturday, Oct. 1.

The story behind “The Woman King”: an interview with politics professor Leonard Wantchekon

The Daily Princetonian spoke with economics professor Leonard Wantchekon about his involvement with “The Woman King,“ a new film about a group of all-female warriors from the West African kingdom of Dahomey.

The Daily Princetonian spoke with economics professor Leonard Wantchekon about his involvement with “The Woman King,“ a new film about a group of all-female warriors from the West African kingdom of Dahomey.

Alternative rock just isn't so alternative anymore

“The world’s tastes have simply evolved from the raw instrumentation of the 20th century, substituting it for a more electronic sound in a more technologically advanced age.”

“The world’s tastes have simply evolved from the raw instrumentation of the 20th century, substituting it for a more electronic sound in a more technologically advanced age.” 

Smith’s slap steals the show as CODA wins Best Picture at 94th Oscars

“The ceremony’s various antics drew more attention than the awards or films themselves.” Head Sports Editor Wilson Conn reviews a slapdash Academy Awards ceremony in a guest appearance in The Prospect.

“The ceremony’s various antics drew more attention than the awards or films themselves.” Head Sports Editor Wilson Conn reviews a slapdash Academy Awards ceremony in a guest appearance in The Prospect.

‘tick, tick… BOOM!’: chase your dreams, but at what cost?

“Immediately you’re drawn into Garfield’s theatrical performance. The messy hair, flitting eyes, expressive hand gestures, and breathy, impassioned voice...” Senior Writer Auhjanae McGee reviews “tick, tick, BOOM!” for The Prospect.

“Immediately you’re drawn into Garfield’s theatrical performance. The messy hair, flitting eyes, expressive hand gestures, and breathy, impassioned voice...” Senior Writer Auhjanae McGee reviews “tick, tick, BOOM!” for The Prospect.

Hell isn’t always sad, you can dance there too: on Mitski’s ‘Laurel Hell’

“With “Laurel Hell,” Mitski tells listeners that, instead of crying through the pain and heartbreak, you can dance through it.”

“With “Laurel Hell,” Mitski tells listeners that, instead of crying through the pain and heartbreak, you can dance through it.”

Breaking the cycle of disappointment: Animal Collective’s “Time Skiffs”

“Animal Collective went on autopilot for “Time Skiffs” in the best way possible. Its refreshing departure has quenched the drought.” Contributing Writer Nathan Beck reviews Animal Collective’s new album “Time Skiffs” for The Prospect.

“Animal Collective went on autopilot for “Time Skiffs” in the best way possible. Its refreshing departure has quenched the drought.” Contributing Writer Nathan Beck reviews Animal Collective’s new album “Time Skiffs” for The Prospect.

Sam Spector ’24 discusses self-destruction and moving on in ‘Best Day of My Life’

 “‘Best Day of My Life’ is a breath of fresh air, at once a nod to emo and pop-punk musical influences over the course of the past decade and a stunningly new direction for Spector’s work.”

 “‘Best Day of My Life’ is a breath of fresh air, at once a nod to emo and pop-punk musical influences over the course of the past decade and a stunningly new direction for Spector’s work.” 

The transformation of Adele: “30” Review

All in all, fans had sky-high expectations for “30,” and Adele delivered; she appeased listeners with more classic-sounding tracks while also successfully stepping out of the typical powerful ballad that characterized her past hits. However, because she refused to entirely keep within her original formula, I don’t expect “30” to be as much of a hit as “21” or “25.”

All in all, fans had sky-high expectations for “30,” and Adele delivered; she appeased listeners with more classic-sounding tracks while also successfully stepping out of the typical powerful ballad that characterized her past hits. However, because she refused to entirely keep within her original formula, I don’t expect “30” to be as much of a hit as “21” or “25.”

eXpressions Dance Company’s ‘Notorious’ showcases multiple dimensions of artistry

The modern and contemporary-focused company not only experimented with musical textures but also explored the poetic elements of dance, such as the intentional repetition of movement and the contrast of continuity with dynamism.  

The modern and contemporary-focused company not only experimented with musical textures but also explored the poetic elements of dance, such as the intentional repetition of movement and the contrast of continuity with dynamism.