The Michigan Daily - Weekend etc. - Thursday, October 7, 1993 - 7
VILMS OPENING: THURSDAY
T H U R S D A Y T H U R S D A Y
Tue SEvmuy Nauazm A sure-to-be huge hit. Still, "Green Acres" was a
better show. At Showcase: 12:20, 2:30, 4:40, 7:15, 9:25, 11:30.
JuDomem New I've got three words for Denis Leary: Martha Quinn. MTV
is no showcase for talent. At Showcase: 12:50,3:20,5:35,8:00, 10:10,
12:20.
MR. WowfhMuL The third installment in the Mr. Whatever trilogy stars
Matt Dillon, Annabella Sciorra and Mary-Louise Parker. At Showcase:
12:40,3:10,5:25,7:45, 10:00, 12:15.
;tUDY I think if there is one hero from this year's Notre Dame team, it
would be Kevin McDougal. He's got a strong arm and is really mobile too.
At Showcase: 12:10, 2:35, 5:05, 7:35, 10:10, 12:30.
JAUShZENEN Aus NIEDERAVERN
(HUmn.. Seves FnoM LowE
BAVARIA) (1968) A stage to film
adaptation about prejudices towards
outsiders. German with English
subtitles. Nat Sci 7:00
ONa of Us (1992) Film sponsored
by the American Movement for
Israel concerning a three way
friendship put to the test in the
Israeli Army. Hillel 7:30
F R I D A Y
TuE BRuAD of rn. Jo (1903)
Tale of a woman forced into the Old
West and into living as a man to
avoid violence. Mich Th 7:00.
TE NEmaurno's WI AN MINE
(1931) Japanese film about a
playwright with a deadline and his
noisy neighbors. Lorch 7:00. Free.
TAxI DRIVER (1976) Possibly the
greatest Scorsese/ DeNiro team-up
of all time. Aud A 7:00.
MEwouous (1927) Oldtime silent
film looks at the future, accompa-
nied with a modern techno/experi-
mental soundtrack. MLB 3 8:00
Tu. lmw mut (1993) Another
documentary looking into non-
mainstream Americans. Mich Th
9:25.
RAOES Nuu (1580) If "Taxi
Driver" isn't the greatest DeNiro/
Scorsese film, then this certainly is.
Aud A 9:30.
S A T U R D A Y
Vlsuows o Lm (1992) Oscar-
nominated documentary about the
underappreciated cinematographer.
Nat Sci 7:00,8:40, 10:20.
TAxi DmmE (1976) See Friday.
Aud A 7:00.
AMm.ss (1992) Docu/bio pic
about a Chinese film star whose
career is brought down by scandal.
Lorch 8:00.
RAm Buu. (1980) See Friday.
Aud A 9:30.
SUNDAY
TW UN. TO Corn (1936) Early Sci-
Fi film adapted by H.G. Wells from
one of his novels. Nat Sci 7:00.
Free.
M O N D A Y
T=rn INeowerru (1993) See Friday.
Mich Th 7:30.
T U E S D A Y
Te Tni MAN (1949) Tale of an
American writer who faces reality as
he delves into a mystery. Mich Th
7:00.
Tactir nwewmi (1993) See Friday.
Mich Th 9:25.
WEDNESDAY
Turn IvNeomnmu (1993) See Friday.
Mich Th 7:00.
Tu Twumn Mm (1949) See
Tuesday Mich Th 9:25
Matt Dillon may be "Mr. Wonderful," but he's Mr. Beautiful to us.
FILMS HOLD I NG:
An O INNOCENCE Scorsese returns with an impassioned look into love and
lust in pre-depression New York. Dubbed by Daily critics as the premiere
film of the decade (as if that meant anything at all), the picture bristles with
seamy sex, without having to slap you in the face. At Showcase: 1:00, 4:00,
7:00, 9:50, 12:30. At Ann Arbor 1&2: 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, 9:50.
BSowx TALE DeNiro's directorial debut was embraced by the critics, but has
truggled to find an audience of its own. At Showcase: 7:10, 9:40, 12:10.
IpO RUNNINGS Anne Rice may have some trouble with the casting of Tom
Cruise as the androgynous vampire in the upcoming "Interview With The
Vampire," but chances are that the better part of North America has some
trouble with John Candy as an ex-Olympian bobsledder hired to train the
now infamous 1988 Jamaican bobsled team. At Showcase: 12:15, 2:25,
4:35, 7:05, 9:15, 11:20.
DEuowuoN MAN Rocky Balboa's latest contribution to art house cinema
also stars peroxide warrior Willie "Mays" Hayes. Hayes may run like Mays,
but he acts like shit. At Showcase: 12:30, 3:00, 5:25, 7:50, 9:45, 10:20,
2:10,12:40.
on LonE Oa MoNEY Hi, I'm Tina Yothers, I'll work for food. With
Michael J. Fox and "Scent of a Woman's" Gabrielle Anwar. At Showcase:
12:00,4:40,7:00.
TOE FkwmvE The best film of the summer is also the best film of the fall.
At Showcase: 2:00,9:10, 12:00.
GETTYsoURe Historical sap from Ted Turner. Only Jeff Daniels shines. It is
a sad commentary on the state of American creative juices when filmmakers
can strip every possible intelligent theme from such an obviously auspicious
idea. At Showcase: 1:20, 7:00.
SoN Fortunately for 12-year-old star Mac Culkin, he isn't old
enough to buy a ticket for his miserable-looking movie. At Showcase: 1:00,
3:15, 5:10, 7:20, 9:20, 11:15.
TOE Joy LuCK CLUB This film, based on Amy Tan's utterly unintelligent
novel, is an affront to every talented writer who can't get published. At
Showcase: 12:40, 3:40, 7:10, 10:00, 12:35. At Ann Arbor 1&2: 1:00, 4:00,
7:00,9:50.
MAUCE Alec Baldwin, in no huge break from real life, plays an asshole. At
Showcase: 12:00, 2:20, 4:45, 7:30, 9:50, 12:10.
Mm. Jow Maybe it was cute in "Prince of Tides," but Richard Gere's
Vtest project is the fourth recent picture which glorifies therapist-patient
affairs. Such relationships undermine the role of psychiatrists and make a
mockery out of mental illness. Read Freud, boycott Mr. Jones. At Show-
case: 12:15, 2:40, 5:10, 7:45, 10:10, 12:25.
Ma. NAww Eight years after CBS demoted America's most irate dry
cleaner to re-run heaven, George Jefferson has returned with yet another
spin-off of "All In The Family." Also stars Hulk Hogan in a tutu. At
Showcase: 12:15, 2:40, 5:10, 7:45, 10:20, 12:40.
SECOND RUN Fas:
RooKiE of THE YunA At Fox: 12:30, 2:45, 5:00, 7:00 (Monday-Thursday).
2001: SPACE ODYsSEY At State: 11:15 (Friday & Saturday)
ORIANDO At State: 2:00, 4:30, 7:00, 9:15.
SEAmcmune FoR Bonsy Fusme. At State: 2:00, 4:30, 7:00, 9:15.
TOE Fae At Fox: 1:00 (Saturday & Sunday only); 4:00,7:00, 10:00
AL HNu. Sip your frappes and capps to the sounds of Al Hill, a soul and blues-
based musician who will tickle your fancy with his guitar and piano tricks. Hill
will be at Cava Java at 9 p.m.
Li. CoLOUR With their latest album "Stain", Living Colour jumped off of the
soapbox and earned their spot on the cutting edge of modern rock. Special guest
Candlebox kicks off the show at 8 p.m. at the Michigan Theater, $17.50, $14.
STEADY EARNEST These ska mad-men from Boston will blow the roof off of
Rick's. See article, page 4.
UNREST & STEREoLAS D.C. -based Unrest have an entrancing, original and
catchy indie-pop sound all their own. Stereolab's ambient washes of sound
provide a fitting underground counterpart. Doors open at 7:30; this all ages
show costs a measly $6.50 at St. Andrews.
VERVE PPE This acclaimed and currently unsigned band is popping its way into
the Blind Pig with its dominating vocals and "alternative" sound.
F R I D A Y
Row BRoocs Tmuo Eddie Russ tickles the ivory, with Gerald Cleaver on skin,
at the Bird of Paradise. 9:30, $5.
CHUcREumA One word: obscure. If you have a taste for the unusual, take a look
at Chucklehead. This 18-and-up St. Andrews show starts at 8 p.m and costs $7.
STEVE NARDEUA Rocker Steve Nardella, a native to Ann Arbor, is releasing
a new record. Come celebrate with him at Rick's. Support your local musicians
and listen to some genuine blues-based rock 'n' roll while you're at it.
DEtorr SywmPfo ORCHESTRA Paavo Berglund conducts Ravel, Brahms'
Symphony No. 2and Vieuxtemps Violin Concerto No. 4with soloist Geoffrey
Applegate, Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall, 10:45 a.m., $15-50, 833-3700.
S A T U R D A Y
Au, Doww By LAw AND M NAME A triumvirate of hard-core champs is formed
for a show at St. Andrews. Headlining is All, a Descendant-based California
punk-pop band who have survived an astonishing 13 albums without going
completely deaf. Following in their wake are Down By Law and My Name.
Make sure to wear the biggest pair of pants you can find for this one. The
slamming starts at 7:30 for a mere $9.50., all ages.
ADRIAN BELEw Yet another unplugged extravaganza, this time from Bowie/
King Crimson guitarist extraordinaire Adrian Belew, who's touring solo. Ex-
Blaster Dave Alvin opens the show at 8:00 at the Majestic. Tickets are $13.50.
Bts DAVE AND THE ULMASONICS Check out some rippin' rock with Big Dave and
the Ultrasonics, and throw in a touch of jazz for good measure. At the Blind Pig.
Dow McLEAN If you're from planet Earth you've probably heard "American
Pie". See the man behind the classic tune, not to mention 25 years of folk rock,
at the Ark. The double-header commences at 7:30, with a second show at 9:30.
Tickets are $20.00.
PAxToN NooD Mosh yourself dizzy with the heavy metal sounds of Paxton
HooD. Keep the chiropractor's number handy. Catch them-at Heidelberg.
THE RoN BRooKs TIo More of the same from the Bird of Paradise. See Friday.
CorimmPoRA DREcTowns ENswuBmE U of M's most avant-garde ensemble will
perform mind-broadening music under the direction of H. Robert Reynolds,
Rackham Auditorium, 8:00 p.m., free, 763-4726.
CuAMBER CuoiR Theodore Morrison conducts, Hill Auditorium, 8:00 p.m., free,
763-4726.
ANN ARoR SymPmowy ORcuEsmA Samuel Wong directs four different versions
of "Romeo and Juliet," by Berlioz, Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev and Bernstein,
Michigan Theater, 8:00 p.m., $14-$22, 668-8397.
WyNwoN MARsAUS SEPTET Trumpeter Marsalis teams up with choreographer
Garth Fagan and sculptor Martin Puryear in a new dance piece, "Griot New
York," Toledo Museum of Art, 8:00 p.m., 1-800-374-0667.
DETRoIT Sywxuowy ORCHESTRA See Friday, except this concert has Itzhak
Perlman in Sibelius's Violin Concerto instead of the Vieuxtemps, 8:30 p.m.
S U N D A Y
THE JoSHUA REDMAN QUARTET wim PAT MmmnAy, CNRISAN McIR. AND BILLY
H"m.Em.
Greenback Joshua Redman toots his tenor sax along with acclaimed guitarist
Pat Methany, bassist Christian McBride and drummer Billy Higgens. Doors
open at 7:30 at the Michigan Theater. $20 and $14 reserved, $10 students.
MicmA CuAMER PuEms University faculty play in their second October
recital, School of Music Recital Hall, 8 p.m., free, 763-4726.
DEmoIr SyMPeowY ORCHEsTRA See Friday, except this concert has Itzhak
Perlman in Sibelius's Violin Concerto instead of the Vieuxtemps, 3:30 p.m.
M O N D A Y
Prus & Tue MELVINs Primus, the great stylistic enigma of alternative music,
spent last year touring with U2, and this summer they headlined the
Lollapalooza tour. One thing is for sure; Primus can play some funky shit.
Melvins are astounding with their bewildering volume and feedback-laden
rage. This date is sold out,. All is not lost, however; check out Tuesday. The
show starts at 7:30 at the State Theater; All ages are welcome.
FIRsT La.r Reggae fans: stash your hemp and catch First Light at Ricks. This
Cleveland reggae entourage will satisfy, if temporarily, all those suffering from
Marley withdrawal (Marley the elder, that is). Catch 'em at Ricks.
Tbomis CHAPIN Tmo Alto saxophone at Performance Network, 8:00 p.m., $8
students, 663-0681.
T U E S D A Y
THE JAuS They're playing with Zug Island Quartet at the Blind Pig.
M.E. JoHNsoN AND JOHN SELENIs A duo specializing in bluesy acoustic folk: at
the Espresso Royale on Main Street.
THE PHANToM CHORDS Just when you thought'70s punk champions the Damned
had entered eternity; they have been exhumed as The Phantom Chords. At
Industry at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $9.50, for those who are 18 and over.
PMMUs & MELVINS See Monday, 7:30 p.m.
UNVERSITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA & UNIVERSITY PruluRMoNwA ORCHESTRA
Schoenberg and Schubert on the same concert is cause for rejoicing: Schubert's
popular "Rosamunde Overture" is remarkable for its energy and vigor, and
THE RoweU' TRIAL This satirical
University Productions season
opener is guaranteed to bring forth
more than a few chuckles. Written
by Brazilian playwright Ariano
Suassuno, the play is based on the
ballads and folktales of Northeastern
Brazil. Directed by Jerald
Schweibert. Trueblood Theater, 8
p.m. General admission tickets are
$10, $6 with student I.D., 764-0450.
See story on page 3.
QUARTET Brought to you by the
same director as "Yankee Dawg
You Die," the Performance Network
in conjunction with Ned's Book-
stores presents a Heiner Nuller play
set after the Third World War. The
play includes two actors (Mary L.
Pettit and Mark Randemacher) who
trade roles. Performance Network, 8
p.m., Thursdays are Pay-What-You-
Can days, 663-0696.
Gwiu at Pnwew Buo m Before
Carol Channing was doing "Hello,
Dolly" (and she still is at 73), she
did this great 1930s musical
comedy. She then went on to sing its
famous song, "Diamonds are a
Girl's Best Friend," on "Love Boat."
This production stars Stella Parton
(yes, Dolly's Sister). Birmingham
Theatre (211 South Woodward), 2
p.m. and 8 p.m., $20 and $30
respectively, 644-3533.
42ND STREET Come and meet those
dancing feet on the avenue I'm
taking you to 42nd Street! Continu-
ing with its Broadway series at the
Fox, Cadillac presents the quintes-
sential song-and-dance musical
about a young chorus girl rocketed
to stardom when the haughty
leading lady gets injured. Be
prepared for some intense tap
dancing. Fox Theater (in Detroit), 8
p.m., $15-$37.50, call 645-6666 for
tickets.
THE FonewNte This comedy by
Larry Shue ("the Nerd") which
involves a shy young man who
pretends to be a foreigner so people
will leave him alone. But it gets
sticky when the "foreigner" hears a
little too much about a evil plot,
Meadow Brook Theatre (Oakland
University), 8 p.m., $20, call 377-
3300 or 645-6666.
F R I D A Y
THE RoeUES' TAw. See Thursday. 8
p.m.
QuAmrEE See Thursday. $10 general
admission, $7 students/seniors.
GENTUMmEN PREFER mBLNDES See
Thursday, 8 p.m., $35.
42ND STREET See Thursday, 8 p.m.
THE FoREIGNER See Thursday, 8
p.m., $24.50.
S A T U R D A Y
LES BALLETS AFRICAINS of GuINEA
The University Musical Society
presents this company of 35 dancers
and musicians who perform tradi-
tional dance, music, acrobatics and
story-telling, Power Center, 8 p.m.
(family matinee, 4 p.m.), $16-$25,
764-2538.
THE RooUs' TwiA. See Thursday. 8
p.m.
QuARTET See Thursday. 8 p.m.
GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES See
Thursday, 8 p.m., $35.
42ND STREET See Thursday, 2 p.m.
and 8 p.m.
THE FOREIGNER See Thursday, 6
p.m., $28.50.
S U N D A Y
LEs BAuzrs AFRICAINs oF GUIEA
See Saturday, 4 p.m.
THE RosuEs' TRIAL See Thursday. 2
p.m.
QuARTEr See Thursday. 2 p.m.
GENTLEMEN PREFER BLoNDEs See
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