Monday, October 14, 1996 The American Experience (above) "The Battle over Citizen Kane" FILM: UCLA presents a series of acclaimed documentary films that reach beyond the realm of mainstream moviesBy Carrie Rosten Daily Bruin Contributor Amid a sea of forgettable Hollywood blockbusters lies a small but powerful oasis in film, the documentary. Read more...
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October 13, 9:00 pm
Out of Hollywood
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October 13, 9:00 pm
Coming of age: ‘Vanities’ mirrors growing pains
Monday, October 14, 1996 THEATER: An endearing play portrays three friends and their journey of self-discoveryBy Alicia Cheak Daily Bruin Contributor Remember those high school vows between friends to stick together and never change? Read more...
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October 13, 9:00 pm
The Cow’s End has down-home atmosphere
Monday, October 14, 1996 FOOD: Cheerful clutter and delicious pastries make for cozy hangoutBy Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Contributor Saltwater-worn wooden cutouts of coffee cups, smoothies, and a bi-level airplane junkily decorate what at first glance seems the site of a rickety, old barn. Read more...
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October 10, 9:00 pm
Bringing the story of Joan of Arc to life through music
Friday, October 11, 1996 MUSIC: Medieval group, composer join forces to create innovative scoreBy John Mangum Daily Bruin Contributor Accidents happen. And, for composer Richard Einhorn, an accident brought him the greatest success of his career  a work inspired by a film about the final trials of Joan of Arc. Read more...
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October 10, 9:00 pm
Making History
Friday, October 11, 1996 FILM: Neil Jordan brings Ireland’s tumultuous history to life in his fact-based film By Emily Forster Daily Bruin Senior Staff onday’s bombing of a British military base in Northern Ireland was a devastating tragedy for the families of the 31 victims, a shocking setback for Irish peace advocates and a phenomenal round of free press for director Neil Jordan’s ("The Crying Game," "Interview with the Vampire") latest film, "Michael Collins." Not that the movie, based on Irish political and military activist Michael Collins, needs the help. Read more...
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October 10, 9:00 pm
Finding the next Tarantino at Laemmle’s Sunset 5 theater
Friday, October 11, 1996 FILM: Independents rule at multiplex, where unknown talent often sees its first lightBy Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Contributor Sterile white paint glares out from beneath strips of purple formica. Read more...
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October 10, 9:00 pm
Power of rock and roll drives Jaguares
Friday, October 11, 1996 CONCERT: Rock group spreads social, political message through musicBy Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Contributor The Smashing Pumpkins’ keyboardist dies of a heroin overdose at the onset of a worldwide tour. Read more...