Anthology captures Smokey Robinson at his best Motown’s Jackson, Gladys Knight selections limited By Michael Tatum Daily Bruin Senior Staff The first thing that strikes you about Smokey Robinson is his voice. Read more...

Cassidy breathes life into ‘Assassins’ Adrenaline-charged role in Sondheim’s musical inspires actor By Jennifer Richmond Daily Bruin Staff Stephen Sondheim. The renowned composer and lyricist, best known for his musicals "Sweeney Todd" and "Into the Woods," has an affinity for the bizarre and twisted. Read more...

‘Bar Girls’ falls flat despite intriguing lesbian premise By Lael Loewenstein Daily Bruin Staff In the trailer for this film, a narrator enthusiastically bellows, "If you see one lesbian movie this year, make it Bar Girls." A better piece of advice: If you see one lesbian movie this year, make sure it isn’t Bar Girls. Read more...

Career opportunities Getting your big break in the ‘industry’ isn’t always as easy as it seems in the movies. The UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television kicks off Career Week ’95 with a host of panel discussions including noted alums and entertainment professionals. Read more...

Festival of Preservation restores classic films Old feature films, animation and shorts all renewed By Barbara Hernandez Daily Bruin Staff Imagine seeing all the old grainy movies you grew up with, clear and restored, some with their original endings. Read more...

Aussie star of ‘Muriel’s Wedding’ doesn’t hear real-life wedding bells Actress plays part with perfection despite personal views on marriage By Lael Loewenstein Daily Bruin Staff Toni Collette doesn’t believe in marriage. Read more...

Van Halen stands the ‘test of time’ Band proves that tried and true can still please crowds By Michael Horowitz Daily Bruin Senior Staff Pity the Van Halen fan who threw something onstage Wednesday night and didn’t get to see Sammy Hagar wear it for at least a song or two. Read more...