Features
2 December 2005
Volume 118, Number 9
The Movie Guru
With his second directorial effort, “Good Night, and Good Luck,” George Clooney has proven that he is as much of a force to be reckoned with behind the camera as he is in front of it. While not a major box office success, Clooney’s directorial debut, “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind,” showed his potential behind the camera and is a minor masterpiece. However, with “Good Night, and Good Luck,” the former “E.R.” star proves that not only is he capable of making one of the best American movies in recent years, but he has the promise of becoming one of the best American directors if he continues to make films that are as socially and politically relevant. I can now forgive him for nearly destroying the “Batman” franchise. Read More...
Dickens classic puts MC in the Christmas spirit
If you are looking for a nice break before finals, then going to see Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” would be a good way to relax.
It will be performed Dec. 8 though 10 at 7:30 p.m. and a matinee on Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. There will be no Sunday performance due to the start of finals. Students can purchase tickets through ... Read More...
The Wellness Center
Flu shots will be given on December 6 from 2-4 p.m. in the Wellness Suite Exam room of the Huff Athletic Center. They will be $15. To sign up for an appointment, call #3626 or stop by the Trotter Fitness Complex. Appointments will be taken in 5-minute intervals. Walk-ins are very welcome. Read More...
Scotslife
Calendar
Friday, December 2
- B-Ball vs. Ripon-Women’s @ 5 p.m., Men’s @ 7 p.m.
- 7:30 p.m. - Christmas at Monm. Concert-Dahl
Saturday, December 3
- St. Jude’s Up ‘til Dawn-Glennie Gym
- 7:30 p.m. - Christmas at Monm. Concert-Dahl
Brandon’s Director of the Week
Why?: His gritty style and use of slow-motion violence was groundbreaking.
Films: “The Wild Bunch,” “The Getaway,” “Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia,” “Straw Dogs,” “Major Dundee: The Director’s Cut,” “Ride the High Country,” “Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid: The Director’s Cut,” “Junior Bonner”
Recommendations: “The Wild Bunch” and the overlooked “Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia,” which are both available on DVD, as with the rest of his canon.
