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The bittersweet paradox of ‘Parasite’ and the Oscars

Cameron Lee

A closer examination of the politics of “Parasite” and its Oscar success reveals the extremity of Western culture’s global influence and Hollywood’s domination of the film industry, and it inadvertently sets a standard for foreign countries that desire inclusion in the glamour and prestige of the Academy Awards.

THE PROSPECT | 02/20/2020

‘Does anybody know how to box braid?’: Identifying resources for Afro hair care at a PWI

‘Does anybody know how to box braid?’: Identifying resources for Afro hair care at a PWI

Auhjanae McGee

How are you supposed to get your hair braided in Princeton when most local shops haven’t seen the hair type chart or even heard of the word “porosity”? Looking for Beyoncé-inspired “Lemonade” braids? Good luck getting them done here.

THE PROSPECT | 02/19/2020

The desk chair and the rear: A dormitory war

The desk chair and the rear: A dormitory war

Zoya Amir Gauhar

It is a known fact, by anyone who has attempted to get work done while sitting in one, that the dorm desk chairs do not do a good job at the one thing that is expected from a desk chair: being a comfortable place to sit, which would allow the user to get their work done.

THE PROSPECT | 02/18/2020

“Women in Film” features in special installation of Black Maria Film Festival

“Women in Film” features in special installation of Black Maria Film Festival

Noa Wollstein

Screened at the James Stewart theater, the short films ranged across documentary, animation and experimental genres. Despite the stylistic diversity, all four works explored time, particularly in relation to family and the complications of intergenerational relationships.

THE PROSPECT | 02/17/2020

Welcome back to The Prospect

Welcome back to The Prospect

Benjamin Ball and Elizabeth Parker

Whether you’ve been reading us for years or you’ve just started now, welcome back to the Prospect section.

THE PROSPECT | 02/16/2020

'Sister Mok-rahn' elevates artists of East Asian descent through story of North Korean defector

'Sister Mok-rahn' elevates artists of East Asian descent through story of North Korean defector

Paige Allen

The Lewis Center for the Arts’ Program in Theater will present the first full English-language production of “Sister Mok-rahn,” a critically acclaimed contemporary Korean play written by Eunsung Kim and translated by Dayoung Jeong. The production is the senior thesis project of Jenny Kim ’20, who provided dramaturgy, lighting design, and set design, while Carol Lee ’20 plays the title character, Jo Mok-rahn.

NEWS | 02/13/2020

Sexpert: female ejaculation

The Sexpert

Dear Sexpert, Basically, my boyfriend and I were in bed. He was going down on me while simultaneously fingering me. When he was doing that I felt like something was going to be released, but I thought it would be squirting. My body did become a little tensed up, and my muscles felt stuck. When we finished having intercourse, he said that there was some liquid that had flown down my vagina. He thought it was cum. I have a history of white discharge, but this one seemed a lot more liquid-y. I don’t know if I came or if it was white discharge. Could you help me out? –Fluid Detective

THE PROSPECT | 12/03/2019

Between fiction and reality: a review of Frankenstein at McCarter Theatre

Between fiction and reality: a review of Frankenstein at McCarter Theatre

Isabel Griffith-Gorgati

Matthews Theatre transforms into a haunted playground for humans and monsters alike. There is no telling who or what might suddenly leap from a balcony or crawl out from under the floor.

THE PROSPECT | 11/18/2019

On grilled cheese sandwiches

José Pablo Fernández García

When I took the first bite, I instantly knew I was home. Much like the scene in “Ratatouille” where the food critic Anton Ego has a flashback to his childhood upon tasting the ratatouille served to him, I remembered all the previous times I had eaten grilled cheese at home. The warm, gooey center of cheese between the buttery, crispy-on-the-outside-but-soft-on-the-inside bread slices brought me a sense of inner warmth and joy.

THE PROSPECT | 11/12/2019

“Where can I find a Denman brush?”: How to navigate Afro haircare in a PWI

Auhjanae McGee

So, here’s your guide for black haircare here at Princeton: set aside a specific day to take care of your hair, and develop a thorough wash day routine. If you are transitioning to a natural style, focus on highlighting other aspects of your appearance that make you feel confident. While you are natural, stick to one brand that works for you. And finally, whether you are in need of a particular product or hair for your protective styles, your best bet is to find them online, probably Amazon.

THE PROSPECT | 11/10/2019

Princeton's afterlife

Princeton's afterlife

Sreesha Ghosh

Princeton is no stranger to pop culture—from serious literature to comedy television, from admiration to derisive dismissal, references to the university run amok.

THE PROSPECT | 11/07/2019

Thriving together: Princeton’s 8% reflects on the impact of Thrive last weekend

Thriving together: Princeton’s 8% reflects on the impact of Thrive last weekend

Maya Houser

Spaces like Thrive that enable black people to be unapologetic and at ease in their space are imperative, especially at a place like Princeton.

THE PROSPECT | 10/22/2019

Taking a break in the Tiger Tea Room

Katie Heinzer

The Tiger Tea Room in Firestone is a hidden gem for studying students, especially during midterms season.

THE PROSPECT | 10/20/2019

The Princeton Reject Club

Juliana Wojtenko

But for all of those of you who are still lamenting your rejections, I propose a new student group: The Princeton Reject Club. It’s completely normal to be rejected. Princeton is a highly selective school to get into in the first place. And here we are, existing as a pool of extremely talented, ambitious, (slightly) competitive people, and we’re all fighting to belong.

THE PROSPECT | 10/16/2019

Tiger Confessions' fantastic evolution towards live performance

Tiger Confessions' fantastic evolution towards live performance

José Pablo Fernández García

Spann said she was open to holding future evenings of live Tiger Confessions, so long as the demand is there for it. I, for one, would be very excited to see where these ideas lead, as “Tiger Confessions: An Evening of Song and Dramatic Reading” was a wonderful way to blow off some steam at the end of a week of classes and enjoy the start of the weekend.

THE PROSPECT | 10/15/2019

What to do in Princeton this week

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A curated list of arts and culture events in Princeton this week.

THE PROSPECT | 10/14/2019

Dazed, confused, and mildly inept

Dazed, confused, and mildly inept

Sreesha Ghosh

Not only does Princeton have a club for almost any extracurricular you can dream up, almost half of these clubs concern sports or performance arts almost none of us has tried before. So, whether you’re looking to diversify from the extracurriculars you did at high school, trying to find a squad, or have no idea where to start, here’s a (far too) brief list of some of the hidden gems you can find on campus.

THE PROSPECT | 10/10/2019

Mama didn’t raise a quitter: a lamentation in five parts

Monique Legaspi

I hope you’re not overcommitting yourself the way I am. If you are, though, I hope you’ve found comfort in knowing someone else has it the same way.

THE PROSPECT | 10/08/2019

The power of naps

Ashley Nurse

I know doctors say we’re supposed to get at least seven hours of sleep a night, but with our schedule, it’s a blessing if we even get four. Adding naps throughout the day will give us that boost of energy we need to stay up during the night.

THE PROSPECT | 10/08/2019

Sexpert: missing birth control pills

The Sexpert

Hi Sexpert, I’ve been on birth control the past two weeks, and being new to it, I’ve either missed a day or taken them hours late numerous times. I’ve had unprotected/no-pull-out sex about five times this week, including today, which was my original ovulation day (before I started BC). Am I at risk for pregnancy? — Forgetful

THE PROSPECT | 10/01/2019

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