RTS Everyone wins with 'Quiz Show' ,With his latest directorial effort, Robert Redford hits the jackpot By SARAH STEWART Considering the magnitude of the nowclich6 0.J. Simpson case, the rela- tively mild scandal that is the focus of Robert Redford's newest film, "Quiz 4 I Quiz Show Directed by Robert Redford; with Ralph Fiennes, Rob Morrow and John Turturro. Show," risks being trivialized. Instead, this tale of the corrupt 1950's game 0how, "Twenty-One," digs deeper into he human psyche than any white Bronco could ever hope to. From the outset, Redford insists that his audience have as big a stake in his film as the viewers of "Twenty- One" had in the stardom of its contes- tants. With "Mack the Knife" blaring as we're lead behind the scenes of the show, no time is wasted in preparation for what's to come - namely, the true story of a series of deceptions that devastated the lives of those involved and the American people's naive faith in television. Herbert Stempel (John Turturro) is a stereotypical loser until his success as a contestant on "Twenty-One" makes him a winner. But as it turns out, he's been supplied with the answers by the show's creator, Dan Enright (David Paymer), and is eventually coerced into "taking a dive" because his popularity has supposedly reached a "plateau." Enter Charles Van Doren (Ralph Fiennes), a good-looking, Gentile Co- lumbia literature professor whose fa- ther (Paul Scofield) happens to be a famous poet. Exit Herbie, who promptly " Q u i z Show"'son-going display of corrup- tion is so multi- layered that its al- most overwhelm- ing. Van Doren cheats as Herbie did, Enright has no qualms about put- ting the contes- tants into posi- tions of dishon- esty by enticing (Ralph)Fienn should have Supporting A his role as A in 'Schindler plays the pa Doren with p takes his story to the grand jury which finds its way into the capable hands of attorney, Richard Goodwin (Rob Mor- row). them with financial perks. Even Goodwin's failed attempt at protecting Van Doren's good name seems wrong. Or at least it should. This hesitancy is part of the film's brilliance. Redford generally makes you despise the acts of corruption but also forces you to imag- ine yourself in the same face of temp- tation. As Stempel asks, what would you do if you were offered 25 grand? Similarly, es, who Redford under- won Best stands, almost too well, what's at the kctor for heart of these mon Goeth moral issues. In a conversation with 's List,' Van Doren, rt of Van Goodwin talks of a man who re- erfection. vealed his unfaith- fulness to his wife eight years after the affair had ended; "it was the getting away part he couldn't live with." Stuff like this makes audiences think. Even in less psychological terms, "QuizShow" is agreatmovie. Fiennes, who should have won Best Supporting Actor for his role as Amon Goeth in "Schindler's List," plays the part of Van Doren with perfection. It's appro- priate that Van Doren grasps his star- dom with vigor yet never assumes the despicable air his corrupt behavior would imply, and it's completely con- ceivable to imagine oneself behaving just as he does. While the role of Mark Van Doren, Charlie's father, is a relatively mar- ginal one, Scofield avoids the easy trap of becoming preachy by masterfully creating a character whose dignified morality is a refreshing contrast to his son's self-destructive dishonesty. The elder Van Doren just wants Charles to stay focused on his teaching, which ultimately becomes impossible. To Redford's credit, "QuizShow"'s stylistic elements are as intriguing as all the boring suits, greased hair and black glasses could possibly allow. His artistic use of cinematography seems to play on the fact that when "Twenty- One" aired, television was still virgin territory."Quiz Show" is a reminder of how quickly it became adulterated. QUIZSHOW is playing at Showcase. r 1994 HALLOEEN CONCERTS Sunday, October 30 at Hill Auditorium 5:00 p.m. & 8:30 pam. Due to long lines in past years, tiket sales for this year's Haloween Concerts will be handled by mail order. No standing in line! No phones! No hassles! UAll orders will be filled in order of receipt. with the best available tickets in the seating section you indicate (orders are generally filled from the center out). ,EgPlease indicate a second choice in case seats are not available in the area you select. gIlf both concerts are sold out, your check will be returned to you. CAll tickets are reserved seating. No one will be admitted without a ticket' gi'In person sales (for tickets that remain after mail orders are filled) will start at the League Ticket Office on Monday. October 17 at 10:00 am. INCLUDE WITH YOUR ORDER: * AN ADDRESSED, STAMPED ENVELOPE so we can mail the tickets to you. * Your full payment by chEk or toney order (payable to University of Michigan). * Your fully completed order form. MAIL TO: Halloween Tickets League Ticket Office 911 North University __a__-_-_-_- _ - _ _ _ -_-_-__ A nn Arbor, Ml_48109-1265 1994 Halloween Concerts Mail Order Form Orders will be accented October 3 through October 14! John Turturro and Rob Morrow En an intense moment in "Quiz Show." I Name _Phone_ LIMIT 6 TICKETS PER ORDER! PERFORMANCE LOCATION # TICKETS TOTAL S SUNDAY MATINEE L7 Main Floor @ s6.00 October 30, 1994 ^ 1st Balcony t %S.00 5:00 p~m. 2nd Ba cony @ S4.( ____ _____ SUNDAY EVENING N Mai Floor t $.00 October 30, 1994 1st Balcony ( q)'6.00 8:.) p.m. { 2nd Balcony a 54.00 PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SECTION-THE BEST SEATS SELL QUICKLY! If my first choice is unavailable, please: 7J substitute ______(time), and/or (location). return ny check. Special seating request (no guarantees!.) alph Fiennes and John Turturro (left and right background) play contestants on a popular '50s quiz show. I I Innovation YAh T ,4 1 yS , . 4.. 'A." ZS Associates is a rapidly growing, entrepreneurial management consulting firm driven by creativity and enterprise. Just 10 years old, we work in 49 countries, employ 125 professionals, and have offices on both sides of the Atlantic. 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