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Show PWd "S' Page The Dixie Sun 8 S' sf? " jW'rv "X r t'VT V JhNTEraAINMENT By Chaundra A&E Editor even humorous at times. Sharon Stone is unusually in top form, straying from the path of the super model turned actress, portraying a role that is both deep and Stewart Crichtons Sphere brings a new an ominous connotation to the phrase I am happy. Following in the ten footsteps of Jurassic Park, the new science fiction thriller again uses the special effects and monsters that are a signature of Crichtons work. During a past presidential administration, Norman, a psychologist, wrote a report about the encounters. psychological effects of Norman also leads a hypothetical team of scientists, that will later follow him to the depths of the ocean, on an expedition to the unknown. At the oceans floor, the team explores a foreign space craft that has brought back an unusual item, a giant metallic sphere. Each, in turn, the team members explore their discovery, that brings disaster, and a realization about mankind. The team of actors was assembled with extreme precision, compiling a list of names that is sure to attract a wide spectrum of audiences. Dustin Hoffman plays the role of the psychologist, Norman. Though there is nothing spectacular about his performance, it was satisfying and novel-base- d or-fill- extra-terrestri- al 1 - exciting. Samuel Jackson was the savior of the film. He opens with an almost comic air, and following his character transition, was the lurking face of doom, reminding his fellow teammates of his previous death predictions. Straight from the Scream series, Schreiber Ted, whose foreshadowplays the before it befalls him on lines his reveal fate far ing film. Once off screen, the movie lost its comic relief, and remained too tense through the resolution. Much like a scream, a movie must have climbs and falls to be thoroughly effective. Sphere, though entertaining, was a constant pressure with very little release that was actually uncomfortable. The brief and few moments of comedy were entertaining and needed similar to scripting enhance the film. In the tradition of A & E February qJ 17, N' Editor: Chaundra Stewart Crichton novels, the film includes the chapter head ings. Though effective in novels, their inclusion film was more distracting than helpful, and actual ly led from the cohesiveness of the film, leaving rather broken. The special effects were espe daily the giant sphere. Resembling mercury in sok and moving form, the sphere was a dominant film character, and as much an active star as the cast. The technical elements were as enthralling as the plot and the actors. The lighting was inven tive and exciting. The cos tumes were futuristic, on u u g, functional. habitat was an success-obsesse- d Jen Featur A closin Satur raenj and more The interesting setting, and the 3y animal life was intriguing anc magical. The only disappoint ment to this film is the ending. Though logical, it drags the preceding scenes down. With the actior and details of the rest of the movie, an ending with the captivation, creativity, and excitement of the rest of the film would be fitting. Sphere is an overall success and a step up from Crichtons motion picture failures of Congo and The Lost World. The cast is dynamic and the effects are the perfect background to an exciting science fiction thriller. T stude for ishinj theat walki the p men of th gun get t eyes, Talk event 1 tie T to th ofth Dixit-coi.i.r- cr Events Calendar PRS-N- TS Faith, a black gospel singing group from Las Vegas will pein front of the Gardner Student Center. It is expected to be a rousing and entertaining program. If weather does not permit an outdoor concert, the program will be moved to the Graff Fine Arts Auditorium. rform The Tragedy of Doctor Faufu r s by Lop! it- p ""prir'peij b'.j pr uvoo-'t-vr' ;elk h emtx e v S'OL.i y.p-r-r- Justin Hansen and Victoria Hoy will be performing a recital of the works of Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Prokofiev, Schubert, and Stamitz. The recital will be held in the Nelson recital hall in the Cox Auditorium, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. l.carlove ; to toe j3e'.! p in the o Ln Thur 19, Fri 20, Sal 21, Mon 23, Thurs 26, Fri 22, Sal 28. 1998 tdini.iry 125 Wed 18, GRAFF ARENA THEATRE S 200 E - SI. George, IT Reb plac 51, i non- The Tuacahn Swing Set Band, formerly the Tuacahn Power Band, will be featured at the St. George Opera House, Friday, Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. Come dance to the sounds of Big Bands. A suggested donation of $5 is appreciated. turr The St. George barbershop harmony singers will present their 15th Annual Spring Show, in the Cox Auditorium at the Dixie Center, March General seating tickets are $10 and available at R&K Bookstore, Merrill Carpets One, Cox Auditorium Ticket Booth and from any member of the Color Country Chorus. first Lad mte thei Dix 20-2- 84220 lickds call Ad nils $6.00$cn!ors $5.00 Youili $3.00 435-652-28- jx B'C for j and Bac ear |
