Monday, February 2, 1998 Soundbites Various Artists "Great Expectations: The Album" (Atlantic) Just by watching those trailers on TV, you know that this seemingly angsty flick has got "alternative pop soundtrack" written all over it. Read more...

Monday, February 2, 1998 Finding fun when you’re alone – an insider’s guide COLUMN Sleep with the meter man and get high on vitamins and aspirin Once in a while you get a break from your tough life to just sit back and smell the flowers. Read more...

Friday, January 30, 1998 Band in motion MUSIC: The forces of (local) stardom are acting upon members of Bruin-alumni band Inertia, who have yet to quit their day jobs By Jeremy Engel Daily Bruin Contributor All great bands eat cookies shaped like cats. Read more...

Friday, January 30, 1998 Major Decisions THEATER: Some students majoring in theater feel confined, but many determined actors find other ways to get onstage By Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Staff UCLA’s School of Theater, Film & Television ranks No. Read more...

Friday, January 30, 1998 Tortilla Grill serves up favorites at friendly cost RESTAURANT: Simplicity, charm, traditional Mexican food mix well at Venice grill By Jessica Holt Daily Bruin Contributor Pastel-colored houses line a cobblestoned street. Read more...

Friday, January 30, 1998 Live music, comedy brings Westwood to life PERFORMERS: Restaurants, clubs bring professional bands, host open mikes to lure UCLA students By Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Staff Tonight, you have no tests to study for or papers to write. Read more...

Friday, January 30, 1998 Screenscene FILM: "Four Days in September" Directed by Bruno Barreto Starring Alan Arkin, Pedro Cardoso and Fernanda Torres It’s rare when an audience sympathizes with the kidnappers, the victim and the government’s secret agent/torturer all in one film. Read more...