Monday, July 6, 1998 Another day, another list of great films ‘for the ages’ COLUMN: AFI’s Top 100 next from line of critics bent on appearing smartBy Lonnie Harris Recently, the American Film Institute (AFI), yet another organization predominantly made up of "Hollywood establishment," compiled what it believes is the authoritative listing of the top 100 best American films of the last 100 years. Read more...
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July 5, 9:00 pm
Another day, another list of great films ‘for the ages’
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July 5, 9:00 pm
Heavenly Bodies
Monday, July 6, 1998 Heavenly Bodies FILM: In a world where destructive asteroids are fodder for blockbuster movies, ‘Armageddon’ stands out as a thrilling 150-minute collection of cliches By Louise Chu Daily Bruin Staff Again a movie is set in a disaster situation of epic proportions. Read more...
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July 5, 9:00 pm
Los Angeles rocks amidst hot summer acts, venues
Monday, July 6, 1998 Los Angeles rocks amidst hot summer acts, venues MUSIC: Newcomers, old favorites thrill audiences with innovative concerts KROQ’s Weenie Roast Irvine Meadows June 20 Welcome to a virtual alternative music smorgasbord. Read more...
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July 5, 9:00 pm
Biography in tune with Sondheim
Monday, July 6, 1998 Biography in tune with Sondheim BOOK: Author manages to depict struggle without any undo sensationalism By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff Biographer Meryle Secrest titled her comprehensive exploration of musical theater’s most talented voice "Stephen Sondheim: A Life." A more appropriate name, however, might be, "Stephen Sondheim: A Mind." After devouring a very readable 407 pages, the lingering impression is not one of chronology or adventure, but of the complicated psyche that can alternately bestow songs upon Cinderella, a stripper or a serial killer. Read more...
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June 28, 9:00 pm
Family torn by tragedy, revolution
Monday, June 29, 1998 Family torn by tragedy, revolution BOOK REVIEW: Cuban sisters tell story of estranged family with contrasting voices By Megan Dickerson Daily Bruin Staff Cuban ornithologist Ignacio Agueero is a naturalist of a forgotten breed, a once-renowned scientist who shoots rare birds to preserve them. Read more...
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June 28, 9:00 pm
Endless summer not enough time to enjoy hoard of tours, concerts
Monday, June 29, 1998 Endless summer not enough time to enjoy hoard of tours, concerts MUSIC: Festivals provide variety of entertainment, celebrity for every genre By Michelle Zubiate Daily Bruin Staff Restless students need something to keep them busy during those coveted months between June and September. Read more...
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June 28, 9:00 pm
Break away from Westwood
Monday, June 29, 1998 Break away from Westwood GUIDE: The Daily Bruin compiles a guide to the sights and sounds that put the glitz in Los Angeles By Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Senior Staff Music Most recognize Los Angeles for its glamorous film industry. Read more...