Entertainment

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

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

Auhjanae McGee

“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.”

THE PROSPECT | 03/01/2023

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Five rom-coms perfect for Valentine’s Day viewing

Five rom-coms perfect for Valentine’s Day viewing

Tyler Wilson

“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.”

THE PROSPECT | 02/12/2023

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

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

Wilson Conn

“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.”

THE PROSPECT | 12/06/2022

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

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

Tyler Wilson

“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.”

THE PROSPECT | 11/27/2022

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

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

Kerrie Liang

“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.”

THE PROSPECT | 11/01/2022

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

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

Tyler Wilson

“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.

THE PROSPECT | 10/25/2022

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

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

Wilson Conn

“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.

THE PROSPECT | 10/13/2022

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USG Movie Review: ‘See How They Run’

USG Movie Review: ‘See How They Run’

Ella Colby

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 PROSPECT | 10/11/2022

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

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

Auhjanae McGee

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.

THE PROSPECT | 10/09/2022

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Alternative rock just isn't so alternative anymore

Alternative rock just isn't so alternative anymore

Eric Fenno

“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.” 

THE PROSPECT | 04/11/2022

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

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

Wilson Conn

“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.

THE PROSPECT | 03/28/2022

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

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

Auhjanae McGee

“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.

THE PROSPECT | 03/28/2022

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

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

Davina Thompson

“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.”

THE PROSPECT | 02/17/2022

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

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

Nathan Beck

“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.

THE PROSPECT | 02/08/2022

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

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

Aster Zhang

 “‘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 PROSPECT | 01/30/2022

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The transformation of Adele: “30” Review

The transformation of Adele: “30” Review

Claire Shin

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.”

THE PROSPECT | 12/08/2021

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

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

Olivia Kasule

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.  

THE PROSPECT | 12/07/2021

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Lovejoy returns with EP “Pebble Brain”

Lovejoy returns with EP “Pebble Brain”

Claire Shin

“Lovejoy’s newest EP, ‘Pebble Brain,’ follows the same high-energy pop-punk-rock formula that carried ‘Are You Alright?’ to Spotify’s ‘Viral Hits’ playlist. Overall, I’m impressed with it, especially considering that Soot isn’t a professional vocalist. The lyrics might be confusing to many, but their vagueness is their strength: depending on the listener’s interpretation, they can have implications on the personal, political, or societal level.”

“Lovejoy’s newest EP, ‘Pebble Brain,’ follows the same high-energy pop-punk-rock formula that carried ‘Are You Alright?’ to Spotify’s ‘Viral Hits’ playlist. Overall, I’m impressed with it, especially considering that Soot isn’t a professional vocalist. The lyrics might be confusing to many, but their vagueness is their strength: depending on the listener’s interpretation, they can have implications on the personal, political, or societal level.”  

THE PROSPECT | 12/05/2021

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With warm popcorn and James Bond, a Princeton institution reopens after pandemic closure

With warm popcorn and James Bond, a Princeton institution reopens after pandemic closure

Isabel Kingston

“Today, the Garden Theatre is known as a community gem, a town cultural hub, and an oasis for the weary Princeton student. The theatre has kept its doors open for the past century thanks to the resolve of community members who kept it afloat through various ups and downs — most recently, the COVID-19 pandemic.” 

“Today, the Garden Theatre is known as a community gem, a town cultural hub, and an oasis for the weary Princeton student. The theatre has kept its doors open for the past century thanks to the resolve of community members who kept it afloat through various ups and downs — most recently, the COVID-19 pandemic.”

FEATURES | 12/05/2021

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Popular YouTubers MrBeast, Mark Rober partnered up on #TeamSeas to help save world’s oceans

Popular YouTubers MrBeast, Mark Rober partnered up on #TeamSeas to help save world’s oceans

Claire Shin

The premise is simple: the two YouTubers teamed up with two prolific ocean cleanup organizations: Ocean Conservancy and Ocean Cleanup. Each dollar donated equals a pound of trash removed from the ocean, and the campaign seeks to raise $30 million by Jan. 1.  

The premise is simple: the two YouTubers teamed up with two prolific ocean cleanup organizations: Ocean Conservancy and Ocean Cleanup. Each dollar donated equals a pound of trash removed from the ocean, and the campaign seeks to raise $30 million by Jan. 1.  

THE PROSPECT | 12/01/2021

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