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Thursday, February 12, 2004
Charlotte
(Scarlett
Johansson) a
recent Yale
graduate
traveling with
her husband,
speaks with
Bob Harris
(Bill Murray)
in the hotel
bar at the
movie
“Lost in
Translation.”
The movie
was nominated for three
Oscars,
including
“Best
Picture”.
wire photo
‘Best movie’ in 2003
erupts with chemistry
Jennifer Mason
for the Index
“Lost In Translation” lacks
what a lot of other movies had
in 2003: action, drama, big
budgets, racy sex scenes and
high-speed car chases.
This movie is the most real
thing to come out of
Hollywood in years. So it
should be no surprise that
mainstream movie theaters
chose to run instant classics
such as “Cheaper by the
Dozen” instead.
“Lost In Translation” is
light, witty and touching
without a daunting plot to
take away from its magic.
“Lost In Translation” is a
hilarious story about two people with different yet seemingly perfect lives who have
become bored by the excitement of their own worlds.
They somehow manage to
find peace with each other.
The true genius of this film
is found in the unrestricted talents of writer and director Sofia
Coppola, who captures the
humor in everyday life.
This is a movie that can recognize the hilariousness of a
Japanese prostitute attempting
to seduce a man by saying “lip
my stocking” instead of “rip my
stocking” all the while emphasizing the importance of meaningful relationships.
The story follows Bob
Harris (Bill Murray) and
Charlotte (Scarlett Johansson),
who are Americans in Tokyo.
Bob is an aging celebrity who
has gone to Japan to do a
whiskey commercial, and
Charlotte is a recent Yale graduate traveling with her workaholic husband.
First sighting each other in
an elevator because they are
taller than the Japanese people,
the two eventually exchange
introductions in a hotel bar as a
result of their inability to sleep.
Repeated chance meetings lead
to an unexpected friendship.
As the story continues, a
new concept is introduced to
Hollywood: an intimate relationship without sex.
Their hilarious experiences
at strip clubs and karaoke bars,
right down to the “Pretty
Woman”-style room service
and a movie, display the happiness these two intellectuals
find with each other.
This story proves that relationships need last but a few
moments to have an effect on
someone’s life forever.
The movie is filled with
laugh-out-loud situational comedy highlighted by the contagious
chemistry
between
Murray and Johansson. Their
irritation with the world and
sole joy in each other force
audience members to feel as
though they are on the “in” of
an inside joke.
Many movies are popular
because audiences are allowed
to take a step out of their lives
Movie Review
“Lost in Translation”
Director/Writer/Producer:
Sofia Coppola
Starring: Bill Murray,
Scarlett Johansson, Anna
Faris, Giovanni Ribisi
Rated: R
Hot or Not?
to enjoy a better one. Instead,
“Lost In Translation” relates to
people and allows them to recognize the humor in their own
lives and reflect upon the relationships that truly matter.
Performances by Giovanni
Ribisi and Anna Faris are brilliantly funny. The art direction
in this film is astounding, highlighting the beauty in technology
and in nature, which ultimately
captures the essence of Tokyo.
Concert
Connection
Feb. 13 to
Feb. 19
Chicago
Feb. 13
Cyndi Lauper
Feb. 19
Enrique Iglesias
Cadiillac Pallace
Th
heatre
Ariie Crown Th
heatre
Mest
Chuck Berry
Miissiissiippii Niigh
hts
Bllueberry Hiill
St. Louis
Feb. 17
Feb. 18
Columbia, Mo.
Feb. 19
Super Furry Animals
Bllue Note
Around the ’Ville
A Celebration of Black Music
At 8 tonight in Baldwin Hall, Wolfpack, Hazard to Ya Booty,
Unique Ensemble and Illusions Danz team and others will
perform in a celebration of Black music.
V-D
Day Activities
A benefit production of Eve Ensler’s “Vagina Monologues”
will be at 8 tonight and Friday in Baldwin Auditorium.
Tickets are on sale in McClain Hall this week for $2 or $5.
A student speak-out will be at 8 p.m. Saturday in the SUB
Governors Room. Men and women are encouraged to
write their own monologues or perform a favorite piece.
‘Love Actually’
SAB will show “Love Actually,” starring Liam Neeson, Hugh
Grant, Emma Thompson and Laura Linney at 6:30 and 9
p.m. Friday in Violette Hall 1000 and at 3 p.m. Saturday.
This event is free to all students who present their student
ID. Guests without student IDs are admitted five minutes
prior to the start of the movie if seats are available.
My Brothers and Sisters Help Uplift Me: A Forum
Illusions Danz team, NPHC, ABC, CAAW and CB are sponsoring this event at 7 p.m. Monday in Violette Hall 1110.
This event is part of Black History Month Events.
Self-titled CD displays maturity
Ryan Forristal
for the Index
Here is another fun punk rock
teen angst CD from Blink-182.
That’s the listener’s first
impression after listening to the
first track from the self-titled
release from Blink-182. What college student doesn’t love the classic awkward relationship song?
This album differs, however,
from the typical Blink-182 album.
Most songs stay true to the formula of “guy likes girl,” but the way
the band presents the songs is
darker than previous albums.
The first track of the album,
“I’m Feeling This,” has been
spread far and wide by MTV. It
combines the voices of Tom
DeLonge and Mark Hoppus alternating verses and mixing harmonies. The difference in their
voices is one of their more power-
ful tools and really works for 182 sound, saving the song.
them, as it does for other bands
The song “Go” is more of a fast
like 311 and Linkin Park.
paced in-your-face punk song that
Some hardcore
will be sure to
Blink-182
fans
knock the listener
may not like some
out of bed in the
of the more experimorning.
The
Blink-182
mental tracks on
song “All of
“Blink-182”
this album.
This” is sung by
“The
Fallen
Robert Smith of
Genre: Punk rock
Syndrome” starts
The Cure, and
Label: Geffen Records
with more than a
most people like
minute of off-kilter
The Cure.
Best song: “I Miss You”
piano introducing a
The
track,
Album length: 49:42
watery guitar with
“Lost Without
Tracks: 14
basic lyrics. This
You” has a pleasHot or Not?
song breaks up the
antly
smooth
flow of the album
vocal track.
with a style that
Don’t misdoes not fit the
take this for a bad
band or complement the album in album just because they have a
any way.
few weird songs or tried a few dif“Asthenia” has an ambient ferent techniques.
minute-long intro but quickly
The best song on this album
regains tempo and classic Blink- would have to be “I Miss You.”
Music Review
Horoscopes
Feb. 15 to Feb. 22
By Miss Anna
ARIES: (March 21 to April 20)
Don’t believe everything you
hear. Make sure to check sources
and facts. Work at staying debt
free. There may be a confining
relationship that has been on
your mind for some time. Give
yourself some breathing space to
think about which approach you
want to take.
CANCER: (June 22 to July 23)
Moderation in your lifestyle is
the key to making it this week.
Spending time with children will
keep your feet on the ground and
possibly cause you to see things
in a different way. Your craving
for something new and exciting
may have a negative effect on
what you hold dear.
TAURUS: (April 21 to May 21)
This week may bring a difficult
problem. Keeping your perspective will help you to hold your
temper and avoid any unnecessary
blowups for such trivial problems.
Later, you may feel a bit unsure of
your next step, give it time and it
may take care of itself.
LEO: (July 24 to Aug. 23)
Old memories may be stirred up
this week, and you may have a
hard time putting your finger on
just why this is so. Try to explore
your feelings to the best of your
abilities, and make an effort to
look for the silver lining in that
cloud over your head.
GEMINI: (May 22 to June 21)
Love is in the air this week. It’s
quite possible that you may find
yourself in the midst of a new
and exciting relationship, or
finally see a romantic possibility
that has been right under your
nose. If you already have a committed sweetheart, the sparks are
going to fly.
VIRGO: (Aug. 24 to Sept. 23)
Your energies are magnified during the week, but be careful just
how you use the power. Don’t
use this energy for destructive
ends, or you may find these negative vibes coming back to haunt
you twofold. The weather, oddly
enough, may have a rejuvenating
effect on you.
LIBRA: (Sept. 24 to Oct. 23)
Take into consideration those
things that you value most and
put your energy behind it. Use
your financial resources responsibly. Attending to details about
money will save you from wasting time and money later on. An
opportunity for wealth has strings
attached.
SCORPIO: (Oct. 24 to Nov. 22)
This week you may be inclined to
take a deep look at your philosophical approach to life. It may
be time to shift your long held
views to come up to date with
your maturity level. Accept any
praise coming your way about a
job well done, but don’t let it go
to your head.
SAGITTARIUS:
(Nov. 23 to Dec. 21)
There may be anxieties just
beneath the surface that wreak
havoc on your physical and mental health. Look to positive longrange plans to end your anxiety.
Take changes in stride, and you
will see that something new may
just suit you better.
CAPRICORN:
(Dec. 22 to Jan. 20)
Compassion and flexibility is
essential during the week. It may
be hard for you to watch someone
you care for wallowing in self-
Although it isn’t the most played
song on the album, it is a great
example of how Blink-182 can
still rock with a more mellow
song. With lyrics like “Don’t
waste your time on me / You’re
already the voice inside my
head,” it beckons to the lovesick individual.
After coming back from a two
and a half year break since their
last album, “Take Off Your Pants
and Jacket,” it seems the band is
making an attempt to mature and
progress on its musical voyage.
Although it may be disappointing to most listeners expecting the
immature and carefree lyrics of
the past, no songs about encounters with a dog’s hindquarters or
about grandparents eating seven
hot dogs can be found on this
album. Buy this album: College
students have nothing better to
spend their money on.
pity, but there isn’t much you can
do about it. The way you
approach solutions to a problem
may not be the way others do. Set
your sights on the future.
AQUARIUS:
(Jan. 21 to Feb. 19)
A more assertive approach in the
workplace will win points with
someone higher up who is watching you. Maintain your cool and
co-workers will be impressed
also. If the information coming
to you seems confusing, take
time to analyze everything before
deciding anything.
PISCES: (Feb. 20 to March 20)
Don’t undertake a project this
week that you are not equipped
to do properly. It is very important to recognize your limitations. Don’t take yourself so seriously, or things will cease to be
enjoyable. Everything is not a
contest, no matter what others
lead you to believe.
IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS THIS
WEEK: Changes on the work
scene could bring you a promotion, but the money may not
meet your expectations. Either
hang in there and hope for
improvement, or start looking
for a better paying position. Use
your intuition to resolve differences with a mate.
ACROSS
1 Ripped
5 Wager
8 Above
12 Excited
13 Beer
14 Belonging to (suf.)
14 Rescue
15 Color
16 Fixed look
18 Number
19 Either ...
20 Jacket
21 200 (Roman)
23 Right (abbr.)
24 Wailing noise
26 Deep hole
28 Jeans
29 Also
30 Garden implement
32 Freedom
33 Jogged
34 Mend
35 Direction
36 Hat
37 Undressed
38 Prune
40 Uttered
41 Midwestern state (abbr.)
43 I had (contraction)
44 Is feeling bad (pl.)
45 U.S. territory
47 Owns
49 Roof overhangs
49 Considerate
51 Brewed drink
52 Question
55 No votes
56 Surprise
57 Table scraps
DOWN
1 Tropical plant
2 Abroad
3 Free
4 Edward’s nickname
5 Slender wooden stick
6 Dash
7 Indicates three (pref.)
8 Bone
9 Large vessel
10 Forever
11 Lease
16 Stalk
17 Reverberation of sound
20 Great lake
22 Western state (abbr.)
25 Inset
26 Prisoner (slang)
27 Piece of glass
28 River in Scotland
29 Spout
31 Finish
33 Male sheep
34 Raised platform
36 Apple drink
37 Tropical American tree
39 Southern New England
state (abbr)
40 Blockading a town
41 Below the knee
42 Authored Two Years Before
the Mast
44 Acknowledge openly
45 Saucy
46 Beams
48 Pig pen
50 Southern constellation
51 Hilltop rocks
53 Einsteinium symbol
54 At
*see page 13 for answers