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The Doctor (PG-13)
Like Regarding Henry, except it's good. With
William Hurt, Christine Lahti and Mandy Patinkin.
(At Showcase: 12:00, 2:30, 5:00, 7:35, 10:05,
12:30)
. . . . . .*
The Fisher King (R)
Another fall release with potential for greatness,
the latest from Monty Python alumnus Terry

Gilliam (The Adventures of Baron Munchausen,
Brazil) stars Robin Williams and Jeff Bridges. (At
Showcase: 1:15, 4:15, 7:20,10:05, 1235; at
Briarwood: 10:00, 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, 9:50, 12:05)
Freddy's Dead (R)
This film promises to be the last in the series.
With Mr. and Mrs. Tom Arnold. (At Showcase:
1:10, 3:30, 5:25, 7:50, 9:20, 9:45, 11:40; at Fox
Village: 5:00, 7:00, 9:30)

Hot Shots (PG-13)
The usually moronic Charlie Sheen plays it
hilariously straight in this military satire. (At
Briarwood: 10:15, 12:30, 2:45, 4:45, 7:30, 9:15,
11:30; at Showcase: 1:50, 3:35, 5:20, 7:55, 9:45,
11:50)
Late for Dinner (PG)
Comedy about lovers who get back together after
20 years. We've never heard of it either. (At

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Showcase: 12:20,3,00,5:15, 730,9:35,1205; at
Briarwood: 10:15, 12:30, 2:45, 4:45, 7:00, 11:30)
Livin' Large (PG)
We don't need no blaxploitation... a Black man gets
a job at a TV station and tries not to lose his
identity. (At Showcase: 12:40, 2:35, 4:45, 7:45,
9:40, 11:45)
* * - - - 9
My Father's Glory (NR)
The lush French countryside stars in the latest
from the director of Jean de Florette. Already one
of the most popular French films of all time. (At
Ann Arbor 1 & 2: SattSun/Tues: 12:00, 2:20,
4:45, 7:00, 9:20; all week: 4:45, 7:00, 9:20)
* * * * - -9
Necessary Roughness (PG-13)
You've seen the ad on the sports page, now see the
moviel A football comedy starring Sinbad. (At
Showcase: 12:15, 2:40, 4:55, 7:30, 9:50, 12:10; at
Briarwood:10:00, 12:05, 2:15, 4:30, 7:00, 9:30,
11:45)
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101 Dalmations (G)
Pure pleasure. All together now - Cruella De Vi,
Cruella De Vi...
(At Showcase: 12:30)
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (PG-13)
Watch Kevin's British accent waver one more time.
(At Briarwood: 10:00, 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, 9:30,
11:50; at Showcase: 12:55, 7:15)
Rocky Horror Picture Show
If only they showed Heavy Metal with it... (At
Briarwood: Fri & Sat 12:00)
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (R)
Mindless Hollywood entertainment at its best.
Don't wait for the videotape. (At Fox Village:
4:45, 7:15, 9:45; at Showcase: 2:05, 4:40, 7:20,
10:05, 12:35)
. . . . . -9
Thelma and Louise (R)
The best buddy flick since Midnight Run, and the
only one to be accused of fomenting fascism. Hint:
you can see it on campus for less money this
weekend. (At Showcase: 4:20, 10:00, 12:25)

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Cinemascope, 3-D pornography.
(Norm De Plume, 1977)
Aud A 7:00, 8:35 & 10:15
The Gold Rush
One of Chaplin's best features is an inventive
comedy about the Yukon.
(Charlie Chaplin, 1925)
MLB 4 7:00
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The Great Dictator
Chaplin's first all-dialogue film is preachy and
overlong, but includes some inspired satire - and
a great scene involving a haircut and the film's
soundtrack.
(Charlie Chaplin,1940)
MLB 3 8:30
Thelma and Louise
If you missed it this summer, here's your chance to
catch up with the rest of the world. Hot fun.
(Ridley Scott, 1991)
MLB 3 7:30 & 10:00
A Soldier's Story
Gripping drama about the murder of a Black
officer at a military base during World War II.
(Norman Jewison, 1984)
Hillel 9:00
23rd Tournee of Animaton
Yet another new compilation of innovative animated
shorts. And the 23rd looks like it may be the best
since the 17th.
(Various directors, 1991)
Mich Th. 7:00
L'Atalante
Wonderfully accessible and entertaining, this
restored French classic is the only feature film by
Jean Vigo. 'You miss this revival at the PERIL OF
YOUR SOUL!" - London Times
(Jean Vigo, 1934)
Mich Th. 9:30
SUNDAY
L' Ata lante
Your last chance to see what ismaybe the
greatest film ever made" - Village Voice.
(Jean Vigo, 1934)
Mich Th. 6:45
23rd Tournee of Animation
See Saturday.
Mich Th. 7:45
Wife.and Auto Trouble
The Ann Arbor silent film society presents more
great silent features, starring W.C. Fields, Fatty
Arbucke and many more.
(Mack Sennett, 1915)
Sheraton 3:00
MO N D A Y
Wild Strawberries
If you've never seen a film by Ingmar Bergman (or
if the only Bergmans you know of are Ingrid and
Dave), this is the place to start: a serene, enjoyable
film about a professor confronting his past.
(Ingmar Bergman, 1958)
MichTh. 7:00
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23rd Toumee of Animation
See Saturday.
Mich Th. 920
TUESDAY
Wid Strawberries
See Monday.
Mich Th. 7:00
23rd Tournee of Animation
See Saturday.
Mich Th. 9:05
W E D N E S D A Y
23rd Tournee of Animation
See Friday.
Mich Th. 7:00
Truth or Dare
Fascinatingly self-serving Madonna concert film is
more enjoyable than it sounds.
(Alex Keshishian, 1991)
Mich. Th 9:30


Matador
Black comedy from the director of Tie Me Up! Tie
Me Down!, and possibly his best.
(Pedro Almodovar, 1986)
MLB 3 7:00 & 10:15
El (aka This Strange Passion)
Not for the squeamish, this is one of Bunuel's most
intense - and best.
(Luis Bunuel, 1952)
MLB 39:00
Hakakiri (aka Seppuku)
The Japanese period film series continues with this
story about a samurai defending his family's pride.
Admission free.
(Masaki Kobayashi, 1962)
Lorch 7:00
Desire
Marlene Dietrich and Gary Cooper in a comedy
produced by Ernst Lubitsch... who could ask for
more?
(Frank Borzage, 1936)
MLB 4 7:00
The Awful Truth
Wonderfully hilarious screwball comedy with Irene
Dunne and Cary Grant as a divorcing couple who
really love each other.
(Leo McCarey, 1937)
MLB4 8:45
Hallelujahl I/Bright Road
The third in the series of 'Race" films presented
by FilmNideo, these present a more typical
Hollywood view of African Americans.
(King Vidor, 1929 / Gerald Mayer, 1953)
Aud A 7:00

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