Monday, June 8, 1998 Film develops themes of love, photography FILM: ‘High Art’ avoids lesbian stereotyping; reveals depth, maturity By Michelle Baran Daily Bruin Contributor The door cracks, and a groggy-eyed, Australian blonde emerges from the dungeon of her hotel bedroom, where she had escaped for an afternoon snooze. Read more...

Monday, June 8, 1998 ‘Broadway Damage’ tunes movie musical FILM: While predictable, comedy manages to show loveable characters who win audience’s sympathy By Cheryl Klein Daily Bruin Senior Staff We knew they were out there – twentysomethings who read the Sondheim Review and revel in the simplicity of a happy ending, but refrain from launching into campy reprisals of, well, anything from "Funny Girl." They’re suffering Broadway damage of the best kind. Read more...

Monday, June 8, 1998 Soundbites MUSIC: The Smashing Pumpkins, "Adore" (Virgin) For those of you awaiting a sequel to the Pumpkins’ classic, "Siamese Dream," the Chicago threesome have created "Adore" to obliterate such expectations. Read more...

Monday, June 8, 1998 Aesthetic alternative FILM: UCLA filmmaker Robin Larsen finds cinematic success with her surreal, Student Academy Award-winning ‘Sombra’ By Michelle Baran Daily Bruin Contributor Robin Larsen’s first-quarter film assignment: write a screenplay. Read more...

Friday, June 5, 1998 Corridos and controversy ART: Mexico’s most debated musical form speak for itself during Fowler exhibit By Terry Tang Daily Bruin Contributor Adultery. Read more...

Friday, June 5, 1998 Screenscene FILM "A Perfect Murder" Directed by Andrew Davis Starring Michael Douglas and Gwyneth Paltrow "A Perfect Murder" is a surprisingly sharp psychological thriller, using its predecessor, Hitchcock’s "Dial M for Murder," as a blueprint for exceptionally witty dialogue and high dramatic tension. Read more...

Friday, June 5, 1998 Stunting growth FILM: Competition and high tech effects keep stunt doubles’ adrenaline pumping By Michelle Zubiate Daily Bruin Contributor In the air! Read more...