Tuesday, October 15, 1996 BOOK: Bly interweaves stories with commentary on growing up, values and imaginationBy Susan Lee Daily Bruin Contributor Everyone knows the story of "Jack and the Beanstalk." He was a poor boy living with his mother who chanced upon three magical beans and became an overnight success. Read more...

Tuesday, October 15, 1996 FILM: Veteran indie-film actor Steve Buscemi makes debut as director in ‘Trees Lounge’By Emily Forster Daily Bruin Senior Staff Some people are better at keeping secrets than others. Read more...

Monday, October 14, 1996 THEATER: An endearing play portrays three friends and their journey of self-discoveryBy Alicia Cheak Daily Bruin Contributor Remember those high school vows between friends to stick together and never change? Read more...

Monday, October 14, 1996 FOOD: Cheerful clutter and delicious pastries make for cozy hangoutBy Vanessa VanderZanden Daily Bruin Contributor Saltwater-worn wooden cutouts of coffee cups, smoothies, and a bi-level airplane junkily decorate what at first glance seems the site of a rickety, old barn. Read more...

Monday, October 14, 1996 COLUMN: Concert venues should not be blamed for random violence Sneak a nose pick during rush hour on the 405 freeway; poke all the elevator buttons and piss off those of us on our way to the 32nd floor; but stop pointing those darn index fingers at the innocent ­ despite the assholes they may be. Read more...

Monday, October 14, 1996 The American Experience (above) "The Battle over Citizen Kane" FILM: UCLA presents a series of acclaimed documentary films that reach beyond the realm of mainstream moviesBy Carrie Rosten Daily Bruin Contributor Amid a sea of forgettable Hollywood blockbusters lies a small but powerful oasis in film, the documentary. 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...