Cast, fans face the facts of ‘so-called life’ Ratings overrule quality in determining fate of critically acclaimed television program By Gaby Mora Daily Bruin Staff On the ABC television show "My So-Called Life," lead character Angela Chase (played by Claire Danes) is in love with an unattainable guy, questions the authenticity of life and is […]
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Portrayal of Shakespeare relationship short on comedy
Portrayal of Shakespeare relationship short on comedy ‘Dammit’ crams too many of bard’s works in show in failed try at lighthearted biographical sketch By Jennifer Richmond Daily Bruin Staff One of the most-read playwrights of our time is William Shakespeare. He’s studied, he’s revered and he’s honored with several festivals around the world. But how […]
Pryor, Radner shine in Warner Bros. comedy album re-releases
Pryor, Radner shine in Warner Bros. comedy album re-releases Other releases, however, are not worth the price By Michael Tatum Daily Bruin Senior Staff "Let’s talk dirty to the animals!" coos the woman in her most Mary Poppinsesque voice. A cheesy, chipper musical arrangement, framed by a piano straight out of "Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood," bounces […]
Reeling in the year
Reeling in the year With the recent wave of independent films such as Clerks and Hoop Dreams bringing both public and critical acclaim, the Sundance Film Festival has become the premier American movie showcase. The Bruin was there and offers a sneak into the future of cinema. By Michael Horowitz Daily Bruin Senior Staff Although […]
Angles through
Angles through the eras For 160 years, the photograph has been able to make time stand still. The Armand Hammer Museum’s exhibit "Arrows of Time" displays the best of these moments frozen on film. By Kristen Fiore The morning mist rises from the rolling hills of Gettysburg, revealing the slaughtered and deserted bodies of young […]
Garver helps find constant ‘improvement’ on top-rated show
Garver helps find constant ‘improvement’ on top-rated show Creative consultant for show speaks tonight as part of Extension series By Rodney Tanaka The writers of "Home Improvement" once approached Tim Allen with an idea for a show where his wife Jill wants to buy him an emotional birthday gift. They suggested she give him a […]
Linklater’s third film reaches new heights
Linklater’s third film reaches new heights Director departs from ‘Slacker’ past By Lael Loewenstein Daily Bruin Staff Richard Linklater can have his cake and eat it too. Linklater, the 33-year-old director of the cult hits Slacker, Dazed and Confused and the new feature Before Sunrise, is in the rare position of being able to make […]