Page 6 - The Behrend College Collegian Thursday, October 24, 1996 NYPD Blue: Give by Adria Kovaly Collegian Staff Detectives Simone and Sipowitz chase an armed man up the stairs of a New York apartment building. The man charges through one of the flats, causing the women there to scream in terror. Sipowitz comes through the doorway and time slows. He sees the man raise his gun and flue two shots. The officer stumbles back, just as Simone enters. "Andy!" he cries, rushing to check on his partner who is shaken but unharmed. So begins another season of Steven Bochco's NYPD Blue, the police drama that follows the lives of the detective squad of the 15th Precinct The show begins with a homicide call that sends Detectives Andy Sipowitz (Dennis Franz), Bobby Simone (Jimmy Smits), Greg Metavoy (Gordon Clapp), James Martinez (Nicholas Turturro), and Diane Russell (Kim Delaney) to investigate a body found stuffed in a clothing trunk. During their search, it is discovered that the trunk was moved from one side of the street to the other, thus changing it from the jurisdiction of the 13th Precinct to the 15th's. Tempers escalate when two detectives from the 13th show and their stunt is revealed. Despite this, the detectives get to work on solving the case, which they do with the help of a few key witnesses. If that seems unlikely, know that cases that span one show Cayhall to By Sheila L. Bickel Entertainment Editor In 28 days, convicted killer and white supremacist Sam Cayhall, the oldest inmate on death row in America, will die in the Mississippi gas chamber for the 1967 bombing murders of two small children. While counting down his final days, Sam is visited by a stranger Young, inexperienced law associate Adam Hall, who comes to Parchman Prison to try and save the unrepentant racist and find meaning in his own life. Adam finds himself caught in an emotional legal battle- Adam is Sam’s grandson. John Grisham’s thriller, The Chamber , starring Chris O’Donnell (Adam Hall) and Gene Hackman (Sam Cay hall), tells the compelling tale of an idealistic lawyer who is forced to confront the secrets of his family’s dark past As the days, hours and minutes swiftly tick by, Adam uses every legal strategy he knows to save his new-found grandfather; but to no avail. There is only one possibility left: a pardon. Adam’s appeals eventually reach Governor David McCallister (David Marshall Grant), who fought UNIVERSITY 2 by Frank Cho tIMOMon fljndiwu. he. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! ECO-ACTION is looking for some volunteers to take a Gorge hike tomorrow from 10:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The fourth grade class from Diehl Elementary will be taking a Gorge hike with ECO-ACTION and they would love for you to come along! If interested, meet at the Engineering Building at 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning. For more information, call Neil Tator at x 6858. it a chance arc a common occurrence. Even though the show is only an hour, it docs tend to transpire over a span of a few days. Serving as mediums between the investigation scenes are ones involving the personal lives of the detectives. Some of the situations they arc dealing with this season appear to be Simone's marriage proposal to Russell, a diet contest between Metavoy and Sipowitz, a building willed to Simone, and Sipowilz's concerns for his wife, Sylvia (Sharon Lawrence), and his newborn son, Thco. Blue is an excellent series that viewers can really enjoy. The stories reference previous ones, but not too much to cause confusion. The filming is exceptional, especially the "slo-mo" way that many action scene are done. Time cuts in half and the sound either disappears entirely or cuts to music only, with no dialogue until the scene resumes normal pace. The characters seem real as well. They have problems that affect both their work and personal lives, some that can be resolved easily, and some that take a bit more. Charismatic characters, great film techniques, and a good mix of action, drama, and occasional comedy make NYPD Blue one show that you will definitely want to catch this season. You can do that on Tuesday nights at 10 p.m. on NBC. Take if from a follower since the beginning-this is a great show and worth your time if you give it a chance. against Sam as a lawyer before his political position. Adam’s realizes that a governor’s pardon is his grandfather’s only hope and befriends the Governor’s legal aide, Nora Stark (Lcla Rochon). She may be the only one who can find the proof to save the old inmate's life. Will Adam save his grandfather’s ■Bov TVe Seen MAny rmce IPS HOT Yooßr HAge 7b EE -me wowt. ujho in -mei* f?wirr mi»id would aajeve that You'Re * SP-V6ARoU> Biacc LAfy FRoM Mlffooßl NAMepciney. £ | v \rr die life? Go see the movie and find out for yourself. The film steers away from the action aspect of earlier movies such as. The Firm and The Client and pays special attention to the people and their relationships within The Chamber. The Chamber is rated R and is already out in theaters. ★★★★★★THlS WEEK’S HOROSCOPES★★★★★ ARIES (March 21 to April 19) After initial delays at the start of the week, career prospects improve. It could be difficult to juggle both busi ness and personal life at this time. If you prioritize, you can achieve a comfortable balance. You’re in a party mood as the weekend hits. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Things could move more slowly than you’d like early in the week, a time when you should force issues. Shop ping for the home is a delight. The weekend favors time spent catching up with friends. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Suc cumbing to distractions this week means there’ll be a lot of catching up to do. A pep talk from a close ally perks you up. However, be sure you understand exactly what’s expected of you before agreeing to do some thing. It’s not wise to compromise your principles. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The financial picture brightens consider ably, thanks to new job respon sibilities. Work efforts pay off handsomely. Curb a tendency to be impulsive when shopping for the OUT ON A UMB by GARY KOPERVAS Mf »*• "y SflCC*l JAZZ AT PITT BAG SESSIONS Wednesday October 16 AT NOON. Pitt Jazz Ensemble William Pitt Union Atrium Wednesday October 23 AT NOON. Pitt Jazz Ensemble Litchfield Towers Lobby Benny Bailey - Trumpet SEMINAR SERIES 3 ‘ 4:3 ° p m ''**" P,tt Unio " Tuesday October 29, 1996 Rev. John Gensel "The Jazz Priest" Religion and the Music of Duke Ellington 7 - 8:30 p.m. Heinz Chapel Wednesday October 30, 1996 Marvin Witofsky, former vice president and legal counsel for Sony Corp. The Music Industry 7-8:30 p.m. Heinz Chapel home this weekend SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) It’s a quiet but happy week for you. You’ll enjoy spending time alone with either a hobby, a creative project, or a romantic inter est. The weekend should find you tending to your health and getting enough rest. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A confidential busi ness meeting is on your agenda early in the week. You’ll ultimately work things out to your satisfaction. An insight comes through a special friendship. A weekend party finds you kicking up your heels. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Brush up on your Shakespeare and make sure you are taking advantage of local cultural opportunities. Friends help each other out. The weekend accents romance and leisure activities. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) At first, a partner is dead set against a financial invest ment that you desire and believe in. However, your tact and persuasive- Friday November 1, 1996 Saturday November 2, 1996 ness will win out. Be friendly and charming while out and about this weekend. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You need some time by yourself this week to find an answer to a prob lem. Behind-the-scenes support is yours for the asking. A lucrative financial deal awaits your approval over the weekend. LEO (July 23 to August 22) A party mood prevails in general. You'll attract romance at a group function. Travel is imminent and financially appealing with a surprise twist. Perhaps a weekend getaway to a special romantic spot is in order. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You’ll speak from the heart during a private moment early in the week. Some late changes in business require you to be flexible. Use shrewd and sensible judgment. Weekend activities tend to be boisterous and spontaneous. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You’re popular this week and will meet with love, affection and good will from others. Don’t spoil things with eccentric behavior. Use common sense as much as is possible T.S. Monk - Drums 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m, William Pitt Union Herbie Mann - Flute 1-2:30 p.m. William Pitt Union Abraham Laboriel • Bass 4:30-6 p.m. William Pitt Union Johnny Griffin • Saxophone 10-11 a.m. William Pitt Union Mulgrew Miller - Piano 11 a.m.-noon William Pitt Union Wallace Roney • Trumpet 1 -2 p.m. William Pitt Union All Pitt Jazz Seminars are FREE! 26th Annual Pitt Jazz Concert 8 p.m. Carnegie Music Hall Saturday, November 2, 1996 Concert tickets are SI7 General and SB.SO with valid Pitt student ID. Tickets are available' at the William Pitt Union Box Office or through ' Ticket Master by calling (412) 323-1919. Far Pitt Jazz information, call (412) 624-4187. The Greek tragedy, Antigone, will be performed at the Behrend Studio Theatre next month. This classic, the story of Oedipus’s daughter, was originally produced approximately 2500 years ago. Tony Elliot’s narrative version is the tale of Antigone, a girt who would rather face death than succomb to the evil king and her uncle, Creon. . The play opens on November 15 and will run until the 24. ’Reservations will be , taken staring November 4 and can be made by calling 898-6016.
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