The Weekly List

By The Michigan Daily  On  February 14th, 2002

Films opening Crossroads Britney spears makes her film debut in a remake of Delta Blues feature from a couple years back. Wax on, Britney. At Showcase: 12:50, 2:55, 5:15, 7:20, 9:25, 11:25 (Fri. and Sat.) Hart"s War A trial in a POW camp yeah, this is about as realistic as the Michigan basketball team winning a easy road game in Colorado. At Showcase: 1:45, 4:30, 7:35, 10:10, 12:30 (Fri. and Sat.) John Q Denzel celebrates the Oscar nomination by taking a hospital ER hostage, that"s not gonna help him take down Russell. At Showcase: 12:00, 12:30, 2:30, 3:00, 5:00, 5:30, 7:30, 8:00, 10:00, 10:30, 12:30 (Fri. and Sat.) Return to Neverland A sequel to "Peter Pan" arrives in theaters this week and is going straight to video next week that"s not a good sign. At Showcase: 1:00, 3:05, 5:05, 7:00, 8:45, 11:00 (Fri. and Sat.). Films holding A Beautiful Mind As expected Ron Howard picked up his first Oscar nod for this flick. It still sucks! At Showcase: 1:15, 4:00, 6:45, 9:30, 12:05 (Fri. and Sat.). HHH Big Fat Liar That is what you call the guy who says this film is good. At Showcase: 12:10, 12:40, 2:10, 2:40, 4:25, 4:55, 6:10, 7:10, 8:05, 9:05, 11:10 (Fri. and Sat.). H Black Hawk Down It didn"t get nominated for Best Picture the voters must have remembered "Hannibal." At Showcase: 12:45, 3:40, 6:40, 9:35, 10:05, 12:15 (Fri. and Sat.). HHH Brotherhood of the Wolf It is the anti-"Amelie." "Amelie" is good, and "Wolf" is not. At Showcase: 9:00, 11:50 (Fri. and Sat.). HH Collateral Damage Arnold capitalizes on all the Sept. 11 hatred of terrorists by killing one on-screen. At Showcase: 12:25, 2:45, 5:10, 7:25, 9:15, 9:45, 11:30 (Fri. and Sat.), 12:00 (Fri. and Sat.). HHH The Count of Monte Cristo Did you know Jim Caviezel was in "Pay it Forward"? Yeah, I just lost all respect for him. At Showcase: 1:30, 4:15, 7:15, 9:55, 12:25 (Fri. and Sat.). HHH Gosford Park If you go see this film and fall in love with Altman and want to see all his movies, that"s cool, but stay away from "Secret Honor"! You will thank me later. At Showcase: 9:50, 12:20 (Fri. and Sat.). HHHH I am Sam Sean Penn surprised us all by getting an Oscar nom because we all know that spot was reserved for Tom Green in "Freddy Got Fingered." At Showcase: 1:25, 4:10, 6:55, 9:40, 12:15 (Fri. and Sat.). HHH In the Bedroom The filmmakers say, "Take that Lasse Halstom, we are the best Miramax film this year!" At Showcase: 1:05, 3:45, 6:35, 9:10. HHHH The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring May not have gotten as many nominations as "Gladiator" but Frodo could still kick Maximus" butt. At Showcase: 1:10, 4:45, 8:15, 11:40 (Fri. and Sat.). HHHHH Monster"s Ball P. Diddy and Mos Def star in a two hour long hip-hop video about redemption. At Showcase: 12:05, 2:25, 4:40, 7:00, 9:20, 11:45 (Fri. and Sat.). HHHH The Mothman Prophecies Gere guarantees that Costner"s soon to be released "Butterfly" won"t make a dime by releasing his creepy pic first go Gere! At Showcase: 12:20, 2:50, 5:20, 7:50, 10:20, 12:35 (Fri. and Sat.). HHH Ocean"s 11 How in the hell is Steven Soderbergh dating E!"s Jules Asner?!?! At Showcase: 10:25, 12:35 (Fri. and Sat.). 4 stars Rollerball What"s funny about this action movie? Everything. At Showcase: 1:20, 3:30, 5:40, 8:10, 10:15, 11:40 (Fri. and Sat.), 12:10 (Fri. and Sat.). H The Royal Tenenbaums The Academy shafted Wes Anderson"s classic except for one category I can"t make any jokes now because I"m crying. At Showcase: 12:10, 2:20, 4:35, 6:50. HHHHH Snow Dogs It was a shock to see that Cuba"s name was not among those nominated for this year"s Oscars. Oh wait, he sucks now. Nevermind. At Showcase: 12:15, 2:15, 4:20, 6:30, 8:30. H A Walk to Remember Mandy, watch out because Britney is on your stiletto heels. At Showcase: 12:15, 4:50, 7:05 Thursday CAMPUS CINEMA Amelie The Academy robbed Audrey Tautou of a nomination in favor of Renee Zellweger we must now boycott the Bridget Jones sequel. State Theater, 6:45 p.m. Gosford Park Altman"s flair for working with actors is present again as he is the favorite for the Best Director award, rightfully so. State Theater, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Monster"s Ball No matter what this paper advertises, P. Diddy is not the star in this flick, it is actually Mos Def. Michigan Theater, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Romeo & Juliet Baz Luhrmann"s Shakespeare classic that high school kids everywhere watch so they can avoid the actual play. State Theater, 9:15 p.m. MUSIC Ron Brooks Trio Everybody"s favorite jazz trio busts out a special Valentine"s party for all the ladies. 8 p.m., Bird of Paradise, 312 S. Main St., $5 662-8310. Garnet Rogers Not to be confused with the Timberwolves" "Kid," this Canadian guitarist delivers smooth songs and folk-tastic fun. 8 p.m., The Ark, 316 S. Main St., $13.50 661-1451. Blues Night: Elmore James, Jr. Son of Elmore James, Elmore James, Jr. delivers classic slide guitar. 8 p.m., Firefly Club, 207 S. Ashley St., $12 665-9090. Collegium Vocale Gent Founded by Philippe Herreweghe, this ensemble performs polyphonic Renaissance music and German baroque, including Bach and Schtz. 8 p.m., St. Francis of Assisi Church, 2250 E. Stadium, $25-30 764-2538. THEATER Landscapes of the Body Told in flashbacks, this Basement Arts play weaves a complex tapestry of modern life through one family"s tragedies. 7 p.m., Arena Theatre, Frieze Bldg, Free 764-6800. Elizabeth Rex A runaway hit at Stratford, this play centers on the meeting of Ned Lowenscroft, Shakespeare"s genius player of women and Elizabeth I, England"s genius player of men. 8 p.m., Performance Network, 120 E. Huron, $20 663-0681. Friday BOOKS Fred de Fauw De Fauw signs copies of his book "Fishing the Back Country." 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble Bookstore, 3245 Washtenaw, free 677-6475. Richard Ford Reads Ford reads from his book "A Multitude of Sins." 8 p.m., Michigan Business School, Davidson Hall, D1270, 701 Tappan, free 662-7407. CAMPUS CINEMA Amelie See Thursday. State Theater, 6:45, 9:15 & 11:45 p.m. Evil Dead Sam Raimi"s low-budget horror classic is back with a special new print seriously, if you never seen it on the big screen go this weekend! State Theater, Midnight. Gosford Park See Thursday. State Theater, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Monster"s Ball See Thursday. Michigan Theater, 7 & 9:30 p.m. MUSIC The Afro-Rican Ensemble The critically acclaimed jazz ensemble brings down the house with loud, soulful jazz. Bird of Paradise, 9 & 11 p.m., 207 S. Ashley St., $15 ($10 for students). The Original Brothers and Sisters of Love The eclectic ensemble of Appalachian progressive rock. 10 p.m., The Blind Pig, 208 S. First St., $5 996-8555. San Francisco Symphony Under the direction of Michael Tilson Thomas, the SFS will perform two Schoenberg works as well as Mahler"s "Das Lied von der Erde," joined by opera singers Michelle DeYoung and Michael Schade. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium, $20-56 764-2538. THEATER You Can"t Take it With You The RC players present this hilarious play about a wacky family in the 1930s and their carefree attitudes that get them through life. 8 p.m., East Quad Auditorium, $3 for students, $5 non-students (available night of show) e-mail rcp.board@umich.edu for info. Landscapes of the Body See Thursday, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. Elizabeth Rex See Thursday. Saturday BOOKS Author Reception Celebrate the publication of local author and physician Dennis Chernin"s new book "How to Meditate Using Chakras, Mantras and Breath." 4 p.m., Crazy Wisdom, 114 S. Main St., free 665-2757. Robert Cohen Reads Cohen reads from his book "Inspired Sleep." 8 p.m., Shaman Drum Bookshop, 315 S. State St., free 662-7407. CAMPUS CINEMA Amelie See Thursday. State Theater, 1:45, 4, 6:45, 9:15 & 11:45 p.m. Bandit Queen Part of the Dynamic Women Film Series. Michigan Theater, 2 p.m. The Endurance A retelling of Sir Ernest Shackleton"s ill-fated expedition to Antarctica in 1914-1916, featuring new footage of the actual locations and interviews. Michigan Theater, 4:45, 7:15, 9:45 p.m. Evil Dead See Friday. State Theater, Midnight. Gosford Park See Thursday. State Theater, 2, 4:30, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Monster"s Ball See Thursday. Michigan Theater, 4:30, 7 & 9:30 p.m. MUSIC The Afro-Rican Ensemble See Friday. 9 & 11 p.m., $15 ($10 for students). San Francisco Symphony For this performance, the SFS will be joined by the UMS Choral Union in presenting two Berlioz pieces, Six Traditional Hymns and "Symphony No. 4" by Ives. 8 p.m., Hill Auditorium, $20-56 764-2538. Smokestack Funk and bluegrass collide for an outstanding night of rock. 10 p.m., The Blind Pig, 208 S. First St., $5 ($7 under 21) 996-8555. THEATER You Can"t Take it With You See Friday. Landscapes of the Body See Thursday, 7 p.m. Elizabeth Rex See Thursday. Sunday BOOKS Feed the Poets Poetry reading featuring Steve and Deb Marsh this month. Open mic readers welcome. 1:30 p.m., Del Rio Bar, 122 W. Washington, free 761-2530. CAMPUS CINEMA Adio Kerida A premiere screening followed by a Q & A with the director. Free Admission. Michigan Theater, 7 p.m. Amelie See Thursday. State Theater, 1:45, 4, 6:45 & 9:15 p.m. The Business of Strangers Julia Stiles and Stockard Channing star in of the past year"s biggest Indie hits that finally hits Ann Arbor. Michigan Theater, 4:45 p.m. Gosford Park See Thursday. State Theater, 2, 4:30, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Monster"s Ball See Thursday. Michigan Theater, 4:30, 7 & 9:30 p.m. MUSIC Uncle Earl CD Release Party Old-time traditional farm kitchen music from bluegrass sweetheart K.C. Groves and sublime, bluesy guitarist Jo Serrapere, with Lansing fiddler Tamineh Gueramy. 7:30 p.m, The Ark, 316 S. Main St., $11 661-1451. Phil Ogilvie"s Rhythm Kings Almost as smooth as the sweet duo of C-Webb and Peja. 5 p.m., Firefly Club, 207 S. Ashley St., $7 665-9090. From the Diary of Sally Hemings Soprano Harolyn Blackwell performs song cycles from "Hemings," a piece composed by University professor William Bolcom and written by Sandra Seaton. Mezzo-Soprano Florence Quivar will also take center stage with "Honey and Rue," composed by Andre Previn to a text by Toni Morrison. 4 p.m., Mendelssohn Theatre, $30-40 764-2538. THEATER Elizabeth Rex See Thursday, 2 p.m. ALTERNATIVES Women Who Ruled: Queens, Goddesses, Amazons (1500-1650) This new exhibit focuses on the representations of powerful females during the 16th and 17th centuries, a time when numerous states and kingdoms were led by women. Michigan Museum of Art, 525 S. State, Free 764-0395. Monday CAMPUS CINEMA Amelie See Thursday. State Theater, 6:45 & 9:15 p.m. The Business of Strangers See Sunday. Michigan Theater, 9:20 p.m. Don"t Look Now The horror masterpiece from 1973 starring Julie Christie and the one and only father of Kiefer, Donald Sutherland. Michigan Theater, 7 p.m. Gosford Park See Thursday. State Theater, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Monster"s Ball See Thursday. Michigan Theater, 7:10 & 9:30 p.m. MUSIC "Avant Mondays: Still Life" Improv. jazz highlighted by trumpeter Tal Kopstein blowing the house down. The Firefly Club, 207 S. Ashley St., $5 665-9090. ALTERNATIVES Women Who Ruled: Queens, Goddesses, Amazons (1500-1650) See Sunday. Tuesday BOOKS Laura Kasischke Signs Kasischke signs copies of her new novel "The Life Before Her Eyes." 7 p.m., Nicola"s Books, 2513 Jackson, free 662-4110. Sam Quinones Reads Quinones reads from his book "True Tales from Another Mexico." 8 p.m., Shaman Drum Bookshop, 315 S. State St., free 662-7407. CAMPUS CINEMA Amelie See Thursday. State Theater, 6:45 & 9:15 p.m. The Business of Strangers See Sunday. Michigan Theater, 7:15 & 9:45 p.m. Gosford Park See Thursday. State Theater, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Monster"s Ball See Thursday. Michigan Theater, 7 & 9:30 p.m. MUSIC Blind Pig Showcase Night Open mic featuring Gray, The Bandits The Original Heavy Hittaz and Twist of Nothing. The Blind Pig, 208 S. First St., 10 p.m., Free ($2 under 21) 996-8555. Celtic Fiddle Fest Former Bothy Band member Kevin Burke highlights a night of Irish fun only rivaled by a night at the Fleet Center. 8 p.m., The Ark, 316 S. Main St., $17.50 661-1451. Timmy P"s Tuesday Tickler Hilarious stand-up comedy with music on the side. 10 p.m., The Heidelberg, $5. ALTERNATIVES Women Who Ruled: Queens, Goddesses, Amazons (1500-1650) See Sunday. Wednesday BOOKS Anthony Bourdain Reads Bourdain reads from and signs copies of his book "A Cook"s Tour." 12:30 p.m., Borders Books & Music, 612 E. Liberty St., free 668-7652. Poetry Group Meet with other area poets, beginners and professionals, at this monthly meeting where ideas are shared and work is critiqued. 7:30 p.m., Barnes & Noble Bookstore, 3245 Washtenaw, free 677-6475. CAMPUS CINEMA Amelie See Thursday. State Theater, 6:45 & 9:15 p.m. The Business of Strangers See Sunday. Michigan Theater, 7:15 & 9:45 p.m. Gosford Park See Thursday. State Theater, 9:30 p.m. Monster"s Ball See Thursday. Michigan Theater, 7 & 9:30 p.m. MUSIC Rufus Wainright Hopefully he will play his Beatle-esque hit, "Across the Universe." 7:30 P.M., Michigan Theater, $25 668-8463. Los Gatos As Robert Goulet would say, "These cats will rock you!" 9 p.m., Bird of Paradise, 312 S. Main St., $5 662-8310. The Paul Keller Ensemble Not to be confused with Paul Weller, this brass jazz sextet will not be playing with Oasis. 8 p.m., Firefly Club, 207 S. Ashley St., $5 665-9090. Boys Choir of Harlem Dr. Walter J. Turnbull leads this popular vocal ensemble in a performance of jazz, gospel, spirituals and popular song. 7 p.m., Hill Auditorium, $12-30 764-2538. ALTERNATIVES Art Video: "Reputation: The Rape of Artemisia Gentileschi" This film documents the accusation of rape made by Artemisia Gentileschi against a fellow artist in 1612, connecting it to themes of the male-dominated art community in the 17th century. 12:15 p.m., Michigan Museum of Art, 525 S. State St., Free 764-0395. Women Who Ruled: Queens, Goddesses, Amazons (1500-1650) See Sunday.

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