Monday, April 13


Selling British movies to U.S. like shooting fish in a barrel

Wednesday, April 29, 1998 Selling British movies to U.S. like shooting fish in a barrel FILM: England’s quirky style creates vernacular, captures cash at American box office By Lonnie Harris Daily Bruin Contributor By now, just about everyone knows what it means to do "the full monty." America was introduced to this quirky catch-phrase, which means "to do anything in an extreme manner," by the British film of the same name, which created quite a splash during its American release last year. Read more...


Soundbites

Wednesday, April 29, 1998 Soundbites Vitreous Humor "Posthumous," (Crank!) It’s a shame Vitreous Humor’s only full-length disc has come – well – posthumously. It’s also a shame that the three original members’ post-VH minimalist outfit, named The Regrets (who appear on the last listed track), has also prematurely disbanded. Read more...


Impromptones take cues from audience

Wednesday, April 29, 1998 Impromptones take cues from audience MUSIC/THEATER: Improv lyrics, spontaneity make for wacky performance By Stephanie Sheh Daily Bruin Senior Staff When the night begins with "I’m wealthy and I’m good in bed," things are bound to get interesting. Read more...


A little from their friends

Wednesday, April 29, 1998 A little from their friends The students behind ‘Jack or The Submission’ and ‘A la Porte’ at UCLA’s Little Theater look to lighting designers, alumni and the French consulate to aid their repertory By Terry Tang Daily Bruin Contributor Moments filled with slapstick and drama unfold on one set in one pivotal hour of Jack’s life. Read more...


Comedy and courage

Tuesday, April 28, 1998 Comedy and courage CAMPUS: Accepting the Jack Benny Award, Ellen DeGeneres enjoyed being acknowledged for her comedy, not just the controversy it’s created By Louise Chu Daily Bruin Contributor Her television show was recently cancelled, and she’s been under heavy scrutiny from the media and the public for the past couple years. Read more...