Ill 16 Concrete , Wednesday, February 16, 1994
Entertainment - In association with The Event
A scene from Reservoir Dogs
Union Films PREVIEW
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3-D mania sweeps UEA on February 16, as the Union Film Society asks you to don your coloured specs for a showing of 1950s cult film , 'The Creature From the Black Lagoon' . As the title suggests , it is the story of a scientific expedition
to the Amazon, which is menaced by a mysterious monster living in the lagoon. Directed by Jack Arnold , it has been hailed as the precursor to modern deep sea horrors such as 'Jaws' . Although 'The Fugitive' , screened on February 17, will not be coming to you in 3-D, it promises to hold the audience captive with its multitude of shocks and suspense . Directed by Andrew Davis, it
stars Harri son Ford as brilliant doctor Richard Kimble, a man on the run from the authorities after being wrongly accused of his wife's murder. Although one could not claim that the plot runs too deep, it is the film's constant action , excellent special effects and a worthy performance by Tommy Lee Jones as the wisecracking, determined Marshal! on Kimble's trail that makes the film well worth a visit.
The Monty Python team make a return with 'The Meaning of Life' , a film which sees a return to the old sketch format of their original TV shows. Directed by Terry Jones, it stars the usual gang of John Cleese, Eric Idle, Graham Chapman and eo. (not forgetting the exploding Mr Creosote !), all of whom should more than satisfy dedicated Python fans. Another older action film,
'Deliverance'. is being resurreeled on February 23. 11 tells the tale of the adventure holiday of four Atlanta businessmen, high in the Appalachian mountains, which leads to some very strange encounters. This is followed by Quentin Tarantino's immensely popular 'Reservoir Dogs'. Plotwise, Joe Cabot (played by Lawrence Tierny) and son Eddie (Christopher Penn) bring together a band of crooks, name them by colours , and plan a jewel robbery. lt is when the getaway goes wrong that the thieves are forced to stick together and wait for what is coming to them . The film is a violent thriller that is fast achieving cult status . After 'Benefit of the Doubt' , shown on February 25 , another recent box office success, 'Naked' comes to UEA. This compelling insight into contemporary London life tells the story of a youn g unemployed Mancunian and his attempts to persuade his London gi rlfriend Sophie to return north with him. His task is made more difficult by his attempts to fit into London life, and his unfortunate habit of sleeping around. Superb performances by all British actors concerned make this a highly watchable film.
Ruffian on the stair PREVIEW The Rough as Guts theatre company will shortly be arriving in Norwich to present their interpretation of Joe Orlon's first play, 'Ruffian on the Stair'. The play is set in a goldfish bowl where, according to the company, "laughter is a serious business and comedy a weapon more dangerous than tragedy." The play is an example of Orlon's absurd work and is certainly visually extraordinary, right down to the creative costumes. Norwich Arts Centre is hosting the production on Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th of February as part of its programme committed to promoting innovative new work. Tickets cost £5 (£4 cones.) •Furthur information is available from Alison Smith on Norwich 660387
Compiled by Chrlst/anne Ward
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