THEBEHKEND BEACON
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16,2001
Another helping of Hannibal ft ’£/’/
To Go
by Jacob N. Boring
staff writer
Hannibal Lecter has come out of
retirement. Ten years after 1991 ’s
The Silence of the Lambs , Hannibal
is back, and he hasn’t changed a bit.
That’s more than I can say for FBI
agent Clarice Starling, who is no
longer played by Jodie Foster, but
by Julianne Moore.
Anthony Hopkins captures the
persona of his character, Dr.
Hannibal “The Cannibal” Lecter
perfectly, keeping the mad doctor a
killer with a love of irony and a dis
taste for the impolite. I hoped for
more of a serial killer vibe from
Lecter, however. It seems as though
all his brutal murders in the film are
his way of punishing those who at
tempt to hunt him. This doesn’t set
Lecter up as the predator he was in
the original film. Here, the brutal
ity of his character is captured
through flashbacks prior to his es
cape. It seems as though Lecter is
the evil hero of the film-he doesn’t
kill anyone who I would feel sorry
for.
Of course, then, this makes Agent
Starling the “good” hero. She’s
bolder and more confident in herself
than she was ten years ago, though
that can be expected as she grows
into her FBI position. What I did
not like was the new arrogance
which is added to the character.
Clarice seemed much more likable
Fashion Alert!
Spring goes black and white
by Kristi S. Holliday
staff writer
Fashion fanatics beware! Baggy
sweats and Tommy jeans might cut
it here on campus, but not on the run
way of what's in for 2001.
From large hoop earrings and
bowling ball bags, to the black and
white explosion, this is the look that
seems to be back this Spring.
Black and white combinations
defy classification because they are
so versatile. Black and white isn't
recent news, however. This born
again trend boasts a rich history,
from spectator pumps of the 1920 s
to mod prints of the 19605.
Unlike strong colors, such as the
empowering purple, black and white
doesn't overpower the outfit. Instead
these two trendy colors allow the cut,
fabric, and detailing of the design to
stand out. In a tailored suit, black
and white is ready for ladies who
lunch. Dash right into a night on the
town in a one-shouldered black top
and white pants. Throw on specta
tor shoes and you're ready for work.
Although it eminates a clean and
fresh appearance, black and white
Movies
Recess
Quills
Sweet November
Crouching Tiger,
Hidden Dragon
Feb.l6
♦Release Date: 2/20
Arts & Entertainment
Anthony Hopkins, left, and director Ridley Scott work on Hannibal, the sequel to 1991’s chiller, Silence of
the Lambs.
when she was not so arrogant. While
Lecter appreciates intelligence, 1
doubt that he would have found
Clarice quite as charming if he had
met her for the first time ten years
into her career. In addition, Julianne
Moore’s acting style is a bit too dif
ferent from that of Foster’s. I have
trouble accepting Moore as the same
person that Foster played.
doesn't have to be minimal. Embroi
dery, embellishment, layering and
rich fabrics all seem to catch the eye.
Black on the top and white on the
bottom provides for the modem look.
Get bold and add a splash of color,
however be sure not to add anything
strong like a fuchsia or a bright yel
low.
Add a pair of silver hoop earrings
and large handbag to your slick new
look to spice things up even more.
Hoop earrings, which have been
around since the third millennium
8.C., seem to be the sexy diva night
club look. During the day, delicate
jewelry won't overwhelm, while ex
otic earrings look special for night.
An oversized bag lacks the pre
ciousness of the little numbers and
doesn't scream out status, however
it smacks of serious fashion. This
hip handbag look has hit everyone
from Prada to Hogon in shapes from
bowling bags to satchels to totes and
doctors bags.
Have no fear to put your money
where these hip pieces are this sea
son. Although they are high on the
must-have list right now, they have
lots of staying power.
Video *
Clifford:
Fun with Friends
Clifford:
The Big Start
Dragon Ball Z:
Imperfect Cell
Dragon Ball Z:
Perfect Cell
The film is full of taboo and vivid
deaths, as is to be expected, but some
of the film comes across as just too
far-fetched. I expect that Lecter
would have been smarter than he
was here, or maybe just less reck
less. There is more exploration into
the madness of the characters in the
original Silence of the Lambs, than
in Hannibal where Lecter’s appetite
Miss Jackson:
Janet Jackson gears up for first
release since ‘Velvet Rope’
In preparation for the release of Janet Jackson's next single, "All 4 U"
from her yet-untitled upcoming album, the artist began filming the song's
video. The video is being directed by Dave Myers, according to the Miss
Janet fan club (miss-janet.com). It will be released around the same time as
the single in March.
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are producing the new album, which is much
softer than her 1997 release, Velvet Rope. It will also feature production
stylings from Rockwilder (Jay-Z, Busta Rhymes), according to mtv.com. It
will be released in April.
The Miss Janet fan club also reported a photo shoot for the album cover
was done recently with Michael Biondo and Sante D'Orazio. However the
new album isn't all Jackson has accomplished recently.
She has won Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award for Favorite Movie Ac
tress for her role in The Nutty Professor II: The Klumps, as well as the
American Music Award of Merit in January. American Music Award orga
nizers honored Jackson as the 28th recipient of the award. Previous winners
include Jackson's brother, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Kenny Rogers,
Paul McCartney, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Prince and Whitney Hous
ton. Inscribed on the award is "Because of her finely crafted, critically ac
claimed and socially conscious, multi-platinum albums...and because of
her spectacular performances on music videos, television and worldwide
concerts, the American Music Award of Merit is presented to Janet Jackson,
January 8, 2001," according to mtv.com.
Music*
No
New
Albums
for killing comes from a hatred of
rudeness and imperfection in the
world. The sequel also fails to link
the madness of Lecter to the meth
ods used to track him, as the first film
did.
Overall, Hannibal was definitely
enjoyable, but I expected more
from the sequel to Silence of the
iMmbs
I'm ready.
by Joanna M. Carman
staff writer
DVD*
Clerks
(uncensored)
The Doors
Highlander:
Endgame
Jackie Chan is
the Prisoner
The Watcher
by Erin McCarty
You’re a good man,
Charles Schultz
Well, Valentine’s Day has come and gone, and I'm sure that mo-t o! as
passed an enjoyable day exchanging expressions of love and friendship Hu 1 ,
am equally expectant that I am not the only one who has been laced with
disappointment on at least one Valentine's Day. It may have been an elemen
tary school exchange that resulted in an almost empty Valentine box. or
simply the lack of a special Valentine from a particular person Whaler ei the
case may be, most of us have felt at times like Charlie Brown stal ing into the
vast recesses of the empty mailbox and willing a Valentine to materialize.
Few comic strips have been able to approach the profound insights which
Peanuts provided into the heartache of daily life. It seems appropriate then
that Charles “Sparky” Schultz died on the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, lor
he truly was a leader in the world of cartooning. And so. as we mark the first
anniversary of the departure of Sparky, I think it fitting to offei a tribute ti-
the man and his characters who have helped so many of us during a dnlicult
Fifty years ago, a round-headed kid called Charlie Brown made his
newspaper debut, and Schultz wasted no time in establishing him as a pitiabl
individual. In his very first strip, Charlie Brown is walking down the street
and being observed by two “friends,” one of whom comments. ''Weill I lore
comes of Charlie Brown! Good of Charlie Brown...yes. sir! Good ol' Charli
8r0wn...” At this point, Charlie Brown has disappeared from \ icw, and
Shermy finishes speaking, clarifying his true feelings, "How 1 hate him!
Charlie Brown, the original star of the strip w ho may have been outclassed
by Snoopy, is an everyman. He tries to do right but usually ends up disap
pointed. He represents us at our most vulnerable, when nothing seems to be
going our way. His kite is always getting stuck in a tree. Lucy is always
pulling the football away from him. His baseball team is on a perpetual
losing streak. He never gets to eat lunch with the Little Red-haiied (m l
Failure, cruel friends, losing teams, unrequited love. Such is life.
Linus, on the other hand, exudes the wisdom of childhood. 1 1c can quote
the Bible from memory and always has good advice for his friend ( bailie
Brown. Granted, he is bullied mercilessly by his big sister, still clings t. his
security blanket, and he believes in the Great Pumpkin. There are iwo sales
to every coin.
Lucy is bossy and narcissistic. She represents us at our worst, The ad\ ice
she doles out for a nickel at her psychiatry stand is generally msiiliiii.v ami
when she’s not working, she is busy picking on her little brother or ’ai ine
Charlie Brown’s hopes only to crush them again. I.ucy does sot ten up once u
a while, though, usually while sitting at the piano listening to Sc hroeder play
Beethoven. Love can do amazing things.
Schroeder is obsessed. He eats, sleeps and breathes Beetho\ en and w iil not
tolerate anyone who puts the great composer down. Sally. Charlie Brow n\
little sister, is clueless about the way the world works but know how she
wants it to work. Pig-pen is followed by dirt wherever he goes. IVppeimint
Patty is a tomboy with a tendency towards narcolepsy, w Inch leads nei to get
bad grades in school. Marcie is her devoted, bespectacled pal. a good natured
nerd who insists upon calling Patty “sir.” Woodstock the bird is the little guy.
the underdog, whose woes are always given attention through the concern oi
Snoopy.
And, finally, the hound himself. Snoopy represents us at our very best
Though not without his own faults. Snoopy is loyal, carefree and imugma
tive. He has been to the moon and been pursued by the Red Baron He dance
through the day when the rest of the world is gloomy. A bow l of dog food
becomes fine dining when given to Snoopy. Snoopy is a dreamet. content to
sleep atop his doghouse despite the chill, and stargaze His exploits are both
entertaining and encouraging. We may feel like Charlie Brow n most o‘ the
time, but we know that we are capable of being like Snoopy
Such was the connection between Charles Schultz and his creations that he
died on the eve of his final comic strip. The main panel featured Snoopy at
the typewriter, upon which he was typing the farewell of the cariot mst.
“Dear Friends, I have been fortunate to draw Charlie Brown and ho. friends
for almost 50 years. It has been the fulfillment of my childhood ambition 1
have been grateful over the years for the loyalty of our editors and the
wonderful support and love expressed to me by fans of the comic strip.
Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy... How can I ever forget them... Charles
Schultz.” How could we? Forget Sparky and his strip? Good Grief!