Friday, October 11, 1996 FILM: Neil Jordan brings Ireland’s tumultuous history to life in his fact-based film By Emily Forster Daily Bruin Senior Staff onday’s bombing of a British military base in Northern Ireland was a devastating tragedy for the families of the 31 victims, a shocking setback for Irish peace advocates and a phenomenal round of free press for director Neil Jordan’s ("The Crying Game," "Interview with the Vampire") latest film, "Michael Collins." Not that the movie, based on Irish political and military activist Michael Collins, needs the help. Read more...

Friday, October 11, 1996 FILM: Independents rule at multiplex, where unknown talent often sees its first lightBy Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Contributor Sterile white paint glares out from beneath strips of purple formica. Read more...

Friday, October 11, 1996 CONCERT: Rock group spreads social, political message through musicBy Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Contributor The Smashing Pumpkins’ keyboardist dies of a heroin overdose at the onset of a worldwide tour. Read more...

Thursday, October 10, 1996 CLUB: Founder meshes modern sounds with a multicultural flare By Sona Stepanian Daily Bruin Contributor When Ed Pearl, founder of the original Ash Grove club, opened his doors to the legendary folk and blues acts of the ’60s, he did it not only for the love of music, but also for the love of a particular woman. Read more...

Thursday, October 10, 1996 DANCE: Experimental group portrays America in its glories and foiblesBy Elizabeth Bull Daily Bruin Senior Staff Last year German choreographer Pina Bausch came to L.A. Read more...

Thursday, October 10, 1996 MUSIC: Cesaria Evora’s style highlights minor-key ballads charged with raw emotionBy Susan Lee Daily Bruin Contributor A gentle whisper. Glamorous and sensual, yet motherly. Read more...

Thursday, October 10, 1996 DANCE: Student group seeks new members to continue traditionsBy Kathleen Rhames Daily Bruin Contributor Dance is a universal language. It sounds like a cliché, but without saying a word a gesture can relate a feeling, and a sequence of steps can communicate across cultures. Read more...