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Show unema Synthetics and Silk and Famous. Directed by Cukor. Starring George Jacqueline Bisset and Candice Bereen. Rated Rich R. Rich and Famous is the story of Merry Noel and Liz friends Flamilton, two with a relationship that presents itself more superficially than superfluously. Obviously the two women are supposed to be dearest friends, but jealousy and competition surface more often than kindness and empathy. Their relationship is not convincing because it lacks life-lon- g Rich and Famous iMommie Dearest emotional depth and so does the movie. Both women seek careers in writing, but their styles differ as much as plastic and silk. And so do their lifestyles. Merry is synthetic; Liz is more genuine. Candice Bergen is Merry Noel, a southern belle with a husband, a kid, and a house in Malibu. She gets bored with the beach so novels begins writing third-rat- e in the afternoons." They become big sellers and make her rich and famous. Merry Noel lacks substance. Her motives and values are strice tly from soap operas. (Even is Bergen's accent synthetic at Can-dic- Rich and Famous, and Possibly Cruel By Debbie Curry Directed by Starring Faye and Diana Scarwid. Mommie Dearest. Frank Pfcrry. Dunaway Rated R. rich and famous." times.) In my opinion, she is miscast for this part. On the other hand, Liz Hamilton, played by Jacqueline Bisset, is a believable character. made her Bissets acting is superb are expressed sincerely. up. No significant issues are developed and no feelings are significantly tapped. There are moments of gratification, but there are more moments of disappointment. Perhaps riches and fame just isnt what it's cracked up to be. Instead Hamilton too is a recognizes strips. Liz seriously; of emotions Liz spun silk. She writer, but one that classics from comic takes her craft quite it too, however, has synthetic, is finely Rich and Famous is a movie with potential that never measures is not the Mommie Dearest kind of movie one escapes to for a thrill or jovial entertainment. It is a film that deals with a deadly serious issue child abuse. Whether the movie is true or on Cristina not depends Crawford. She wrote a about her life with her famous mother, Joan. If the film is true, starlet it depicts this as mentally disturbed and capable best-sell- once-adorn- X V er of violence. From a broad perspective, Mommie Dearest is a statement about the illusionary life of a movie star and the struggles and pleasures inherent in that lifestyle. Joan Crawford was plagued with troubles, in spite of riches and fame. She had a bout with alcoholism and had few, if any, gratifying relationships with men. She was quite aware when her beauty and career began to miserably fade, and so was her boss, Louis B. Mayer. When the big bucks at the box office dropped, he treated her with as much disdain as Joan treated her children. Joan, however, is depicted in this movie as a domineering woman who had to do everything her way. She took excruciating pains to mold a perfect image, and she existed solely for this. The truth behind this image is what Mommie Dearest is all about. In a turbulent scene where Cristina is literally fighting for her life, she confronts her mother with whether she was for good publicity. adopted Maybe just a little, Joan admits. Technically, the movie is not so powerful as the subject. While the acting by Faye Dunaway as Joan and Diana Scarwid as Cristina is to be commended, the pace of the movie drags at times. It is mainly the subject matter that holds our interest. School News Cyprus High Last week at Cyprus was Freedom Week." During this time there were demonstrations and exhibits of equipment and the use of the equipment used by the Army National Guard. There were also contests on stories and essays about freedom. Also, on Wednesday, October 14, there was an assembly held in the Cyprus High School auditorium, when the winners of the contest were announced. Among these winners were: Sherry Hilton, Jill Rushton, Kyle Johns, Dwaina Thompson, and Greg Jones. Also, the first place winner was James McCalister. Also held on October 14, the FBLA members had a guest speaker. The speaker was Jerry Egan, the vice president of marketing at the Merchant of Flowers. This was held during second period; all FBLA members were invited. There are many more activities planned for the future which will be coming up soon. -- Webster Elementary Theres an extra day of trick of Magnas fun for Webster year. A School this carnival will be the highlight of the day on Friday, October 30, beginning with a d costume parade on Magna's Main Street at 11 a.m. (weather perElementary Halloween police-escorte- Matioral gas; tin efficimt energy Natural gas has always been the most efficient energy source available. Thats because gas is ready to heat your home, your water, cook your meals and dry your clothes, as soon as its found. No energy is wasted in a conversion process. New advanced gas appliances and heating equipment make gas even mitting). most m eartlh more efficient. Youll conserve energy everyday, whether youre taking a shower, washing the clothes or cooking your meals. And saving energy means youre saving money. Visit your gas appliance dealer today and see why gas is the unbeatable energy system. ' The parade will be followed by the carnival at the school, which will include a fish pond, cakewalk, and other games. A bake sale will also be there. The carnival will be from noon to 1 :20 p.m. Everyone is invited. Parents can obtain tickets in advance through their school-age- d children. Others may purchase tickets at the door. Scout News . Pleasant Green 1st Ward will hold its monthly Cub Pack Meeting Wednesday, October 28, at 7 p.m. in the ward house. Cubs' parents and friends are invited to attend. MOUNTAIN FUEL Magna water budget meeting Oct. 28 MAGNA A public meeting for the Magna Water Company will be held at 7:30 p.m. October 28 at 8940 West 2700 South to discuss the budget for 1981. A derision on the budget is scheduled for November IS at 7:30 p.m. i |
