Collegian Page 6 George Michael as a Father Figure? Father Figure - Video 00 1 / 2 by Vail Weller Feature Editor George Michael, formerly of Wham!, has been enjoying a recent resurgence in popularity. His latest single "Faith" (from the album of the same name) is number one on the charts. Michael says that this al bum is all about sex (ever seen his video for the smash "I Want Your Sex"?) but also about caution, mistrust, and broken hearts. (Rolling Stone, issue 518, January 28th, 1988 by Steve Pond.) The plot for his latest video release, "Father Figure," definitely in corporates all of these. The video is based on Martin Scoresi's film Taxi Driver, and appropriately enough it begins with Michael driving a Taxi. The tone is almost somber, with city shots and muted colors. We switch from the taxi to Michael ripping an ad out of a magazine; a pic ture of a beautiful woman. Then we see a model (this same beautiful woman) on a runway and after a few steamy clips from George's bedroom, we get the idea that she is his girlfriend. It shows this woman during a photo session, posing. The photographer is offering her tips and then kisses her, giving us the impression that they have more than a professional relationship. Meanwhile, guess what? Michael has come to see her at work and wit nesses this. He is heart broken and during the next scene they are in his bedroom pursuing various enamorous endeavors when he must say something about what he saw, because she hauls off and belts him. Cut to the photographer trying to get close to her. She hauls off and slaps him around. Obviously the woman is confused, right? We see her at work making up her face and she is upset. In the meantime, Michael is singing "All I've ever wanted is in your eyes and love can't lie." Then we are shown the model triumphantly giving a show where she is greeted by a standing ovation by an enthused audience. Michael is a member of the audience, but he is just standing, silently watching. The video ends with Michael pinning up the magazine ad in his room - we, I guess, are left with the feeling that the relationship is over and he is left with only pictures. My personal feeling is that music should not be over-analyzed; that it should only be enjoyed. I enjoyed this song and the video, but that could just be because I enjoy looking at George Michael. Trivia Bonus What is George Michael's real name? The answer: Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou Movie Review- "Hidden" 000 by Brett Taylor Collegian Staff Writer A man who could be Harrison Ford's stunt double robs a bank, then reduces a Ferrari to scrap met al while leading the police in a high-speed chase ever the crowded sidewalks of Los Angeles. This ultra-violent sequence serves as the initiation into the cinematic roller coaster ride that is The Hidden. Before long we arc introduced to the cause of Harrison 7 .l's sudden turn to a brief life of crime: an alien being, looking not unlike a giant mole glazed with honey, inhabits human bodies and drives them around until, like the Ferrari, they are too damaged to serve as vehicles. The space mole, a living, breathing id (check your Psych 002 notes), then sets up housekeeping inside another host. Exactly how it accomplishes this maneuver is graphically demonstrated for us, in a scene which would make even the stomach-beasties from Alien wretch. STUDENTS $ NEED EXTRA CASH $ helping save lives is a good reason to donate plasma - - earning up to $96. a month is another . Receive a $2.00 bonus for first donation with this ad. PLASMA- TEC, LTD. 111 W. 9TH ST. Call for Appt. 454-0070 NOW EARN EVEN MORE MONEY ! I Join our new "BRING A BUDDY PLAN" For each buddy you bring in to donate, you will earn an extra $1.00! The plot of The Hidden has been lifted directly from bits and pieces of other science-fiction movies. If you've seen The Ter minator, Prince of Darkness, In vasion of the Body Snatchers, and Critters, you have already seem The Hidden, only with the scenes rearranged somewhat. What distinguishes The Hidden from these movies is its superb sense of humor and self-parody, most of which is provided by Kyle MacLachlan (of Blue Velvet and Dune), playing a quirky FBI agent who is obviously not from these parts. Michael Noun, as Mac- Lachlan's harried partner, is flat, predictable, and humorless; this is fine, because his non-presence leaves more space in the film for the expressionless, off-beat Mac- Lachlan and his space mole prey, which has traveled countless light years to Earth simply so that it can drive our sports cars. This is not of say that The Hid den is a comedy. The film is creepy and violent, and director Jack Shol der presents plenty of uncomfort able, lingering close-ups that draw 0/ ( i 9 t :ctr.w o e ' i d ACROSS 1. Well being (archaic) S. Dog or cat 8. Celestial body 12. Stanley Gardner 13. Dined 14. Story 15. Take property to pay debt 16. Cooking vessel 17. Region 18. Want 20. Disposition 22. Paid for services 24. Associated Press (abbr.) 25. Representative 28. Mistake 30. Hold back 33. Direction 34. Age 35. Draw toward 36. Elevated railroads 37. Envelope (abbr.) 38. Sleepy 39. Either 40. Dash 42. Sell 46. Program 50. Alight (p.t.) 51. Answer (abbr.) 53. Varian of eon 54. Stringed instrument 55. Perceive with the eye 56. Government (abbr.) 57. Emergency (abbr.) Hidden us closer to the action than we want to be. The horror and the comedy mix well, however, comprising a movie that is pure, unbashed enter tainment. In the aerobic, Nutras weet Eighites, where people are so desperately concerned with the preservation of their bodies, it's refreshing to sec a creature which wears out bodies as quickly as pos sible...even if that creature happens to be a glazed mole from outer space Wma,G6 Movie Reviewer - Video Reviewer - Play Reviewer - Book Reviewer - Art Reporter - Anyone who would like to write stories on musical events, for example, the Grammies. Anyone may contribute articles anytime through out the semester. If you have any enter tainment news information or reviews feel free to submit! If interested call Matt 6662 or leave your name and phone number in the Collegian office. Thank you. on Eno ono is in a mom tai THIS COUPON GOOD FOR A SINGLE 1 / 4 lb.* HAMBURGER AND A MEDIUM (16 oz.) SOI, FOR ON llGood at all participating Wendy's. Not valid wilt 111 any o n ot ng ha oroOnHe coupon er.Ple per ep cu re st se o n mw mt present couponwhei. Cheese and Tax extra. 'Net weight before 111 cooking. 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Review Ratings 0 Poor 00 Average 000 Above Average 0000 Excellent someone to write a review on a movie every two weeks. someone to review music ' .videos -must have access to MTY-at least one review every two weeks. someone who actively sees plays - contribute reviews wheneverpossible. someone who actively reads new books. - contribute as many as possible. someone to report on art events, galaries, showings etc. Best Burgers in the Business: A Entertainment (e&tie/I•4MiY t'Let*?te'74•M—V4.' J) - • Feb. 2 Def Leppard and Tesla at Coliseum, Cleveland. 3 Def Leppard at Cleveland Aud. 3 White Snake and Great White at Civic Arena, Pittsburgh. 5 Gene Loves Jezebel and Flesh For Lulu at Syria Mosque, Pittsburgh_ 6 Joe Walsh at Syria Mosque, Pittsburgh_ 7 Gene Loves Jezebel at Fantasy Theater. 13 Dio, Megadeth, and Savatage at Public Hall, Cleveland. 14 Earth, Wind and Fire at Civic Arena, Pittsburgh. 16 Yes at Richfield Coliseum ; Cleveland_ 17 Sting at Public Hall, Cleveland. 19 Earth, Wind and Fire at Richfield Coliseum, Cleveland. 25 Frank Zappa at Syria Mosque, Pittsburgh. Apr. 9 & 10 Oak Ridge Boys at Front Row, Cleveland. New Order New Order, Substance 1987 00 3 / 4 by Matthew Filippi Entertainment Editor New Order's album, Substance 1987, is a double album filled with singles recorded by the band bet ween 1981 and 1987. This album seems to be following in the footsteps of the Cure's singles al bum, Standing on a Beach. Al though New Order is new to me, I found the album very much to my liking. The album consists of ex tended versions and remixes which make excellent dance music for any party. If you like the Pet Shop Boys, you'll find New Order even better. If you're like me and find the Pet Shop Boys' vocals monotonous and their music lack ing dynamics, New Order brings in a new dimension. New Order's lead singer's voice is pleasing to the ear. Their lyrics are worth listening to and very melodic. Although their music is still somewhat "techno," their songs don't sound the same like much of "techno" music, Good Monling'.Vietnam Good Morning Vietnam - Movie 0000 . by Darrell Freund Collegian Staff Writer The stories and themes from the Vietnam war are selling a lot of tickets for today's movie industry. With recent movies such as Platoon, Full Metal Jacket, and Hamburger Hill, the American public might finally be coming to terms with a war that was known as a conflict. Americans like a winner. Unfortunately for the Vietnam veteran, the bravery and courage displayed in South-East Asia never enthralled Americans like the escapes of John Wayne or Audie Murphy. This new wave of "Vietnam awareness" was inspired by the advent of movies such as the three previously mentioned. But, with the recent opening of the film Good Morning Vietnam, the American public has been given the opportunity to see the war in the eyes of one man. Not in the eyes of an infantry grunt, helicopter pilot, or big-wig general but rather in the eyes of a man who tried to make the hell of war more bearable. In his finest role, even rivaling his role in Moscow on the Hudson, Robin Williams plays an Air Force private who his the propensity to make people laugh. His character, Adrian Cronauer, is plucked from a cushiony radio job in Crete and given the opportunity to allow his voice to be heard over the air waves of Vietnam. Robin Williams humorous exchange, bordering on the insanity of his "Mork and Mindy" days, permeates the soldiers' radios and movie's dialogue with some of the most original comedy to be. heard in years. Yet, Williams presents himself in a very mannered and human way. His compassion for the war torn people of Vietnam and the victimized American youth forced to fight presented dimensions in acting that Wil liams lacked in previous movies. • Adrian Cronauer's "Good Morning Vietnam," heard by the soldiers over the radio each morning inspired them to wake up and face a new day. Good Morning Vietnam will inspire movie goers to get out and see an emotional comedy reflecting upon the ideas of another enlightening "war comedy," MASH. Are you artistic? Do you work well on computers? If so, the Collegian is still in need of .a Layout Editor If interested contact Lisa or Jim at ext. 6221 or Nancy McGartland at ext. 6241 for more information. Come to the books - tore for aft. of your Valentine's Day' neecf4 We -have cards-, gifts etc. You can _find something for that special; someone in your fife at the. BEHREND BOOKSTORE. The album consists of twelve songs in which, most are of con siderable length. It contains such singles as "Blue Monday," "Per fect Kiss," and "Bizarre Love Tri angle." The album also contains "Shelishock," a release from the Pretty in Pink sound track. "Shelishock" has my vote for being the best song . on the album (ask anyone who lives in Niagara dorms-it sounds great cranked!). Substance 1987 also contains new releases like "True Faith" which might have drawn your attention if you have seen it on MTV. The video shows dancers bouncing around in big colorful foam-like suits performing fighting techni ques which are supposed to be moves in a new kind of dancing. This might be another fad like break dancing, but let's hear it for - innovation.
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