lie SafetyRep

A student and a public safety officer had a verbal altercation in the apartment complex. There was no physical contact.

10/14199,Harassment

A resident of the apartment complex reported that her ex-boyfriend threatened to harm her friends with a baseball bat. Public safety officers responded. While interviewing the complainant, the boyfriend called and was advised not to return to campus or he would be cited for trespassing by Radnor Police. Extra patrols were conducted in the apartment complex for the remainder of the night.

10/14199,UnsecuredArea

A public safety officer found the door to House 4 propped open. The officer secured the door and resumed patrol.

10/14199,UnsecuredArea

A public safety officer found the rear door leading to the second floor of House 5 propped open with toilet paper. The officer removed the toilet paper, secured the door and resumed patrol.

Door Alarms

Public safety officers responded to six door alarm calls. Three occurred in the apartment complex, two occurred in Sullivan House, and one occurred in Woodcrest hall.

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Searching for the right fright this Halloween? Tired of renting or watching scary movies that just don't deliver the guts? Well, check out these horror flicks and you probably won't be disappointed. Most are a must have for any Halloween gathering, so slip them into your treat bag.

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staff writer f.,., 11,,~ 1-,~ l •.,, .• ..r , t .:., ,go w "Halloween H20" (1998) It's Halloween again, twenty years later. Jamie Lee Curtis returns in this seventh installment (but the third has nothing to do with the saga, so it's really the sixth) to the "Halloween" series. "H20"earns bonus points with me for taking place on a deserted, creepy, woodland campus. Does that sound like any place you know of? Michael Myers returns again and hunts down Curtis's character, who has tried in vain to start a new life and get away from him. But, yet another promising movie is ruined by a stupid ending. See it anyway though. Overall rating: Three skulls.

"Night of the Living Dead" (1968) It's silly but it sure is scary. Check out this cult classic of flesh eating zombies that take over the earth and zero in on a country house where a few stranded humans are barricaded within. It's a simple premise, and it works well. It's an overall fun, if sometimes corny film, which is often alluded to or imitated in modern cinema. Overall rating: Four skulls.

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"Dr. Giggles·• (1992) If going to the doctor is already a particularly scary experience for you, this movie will reinforce your fears. Many things are causing stress on Holly Marie Combs· heart and she needs an operation. She decides to go to the new doctor in town, but little does she know that be is a psycho out for revenge. ''Dr. Giggles" is definitely one of the more humorous of the horror films, but it is not recommended for those with a weak stomach. Overall rating: Three skulls. ~"tt f.,..,.t 1 •~ l •'Q'. ·:;;

Urban Legend" (1998) If you're looking for a movie chock full of hot young stars, this is the right film for you. «urban Legend" is about a serial killer who finds delight in recreating the goriest myths at a quiet Maine college. rt contains all of the typical horror cliches, but manages to keep the suspense levels high. The film makers also do a great job of keeping you fooled until the very end about thekiller'sidentity. Oval racing:Fourskulls.

"Halloween" (1978) An excellent thriller from John Carpenter, suspenseful fright doesn't get much better than this.

"Halloween" made Jamie Lee Curtis a star and inspired the rush of slasher films that followed. A deranged killer (Michael Myers, of course) escapes from an institution, puts on a creepy mask and decides to paint the town of Haddonfield red. There is little gore and a small number of killings, and who can forget that haunting musical theme? Though it has its share of goofiness (Annie walking around the street eating popcorn with no pants on) it is one of the best horror films ever. Overall rating: Five skulls.

"Dead, Alive" (1992) A side-splittingly funny satire of horror movies, this goofy sampling of dark humor may instantly repel some while holding others spellbound. It follows the basic "zombies versus humanity" story line with numerous salutes to many horror films. But, it is extremely gory with amazing mutilation effects. Limbs, decapitations, blenders and lawn mowers galore! If you are squeamish, try to get the edited version. It also wins the award for best quote from a horror film. A priest snaps into karate mode to fight zombies and declares, "I kick ass for the Lord!" Overall rating: Four skulls.

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"The Exorcist" (1973) Another famous, often imitated flick, it's a must see for any horror enthusiast. With impressive (sometimes a bit too realistic) special effects, this thriller tells the story of poor little Regan, who is invaded by that nasty old antagonist, Satan. 'The Exorcist" is quite graphic and has some really nasty language that would cause a stir of discomfort from even the roughest ruffian. Can a priest in need of a leap of faith save Regan's life? Will the church stop being so secretive about exorcisms, and will Regan ever stop spinning her head? Overall rating: Five skulls.

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''Scream" ( 1996) The students at WoodsboroHigh have been living on edge ever since their two colleagues were found disemboweled. Can you blame them, though? It's a little scary to have to worry that every time the phone rings there might be a maniac with a creepy voice on the other end out to get you. This movie has a "whodunit'' theme that keeps you wondering who the kil1er is until the very end. It is a favorite of many, therefore an excellent fiJin to show at continued on page 6 all photos obtained from video covers

'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" (1974) Five teens traveling on a sweltering Texas highway get a lesson in horror from a family of deranged serial killers. Tobe Hopper, who would later go on to direct "Poltergeist," is responsible for the direction of this chilling, realistic examination of gruesome terror. Yes, we've all heard the legends of how people ran from the theaters screaming when this debuted, but judge for yourself. This is very graphic and not for the squeamish. It's not that gory, it's just. .. sick. You may never eat meat again. Overall rating: Five skulls.

''Friday the 13th" (1980) A little boy named Jason Voorhees drowns while be is at summer camp because the camp counselo~ aren't watching him. So, just as any other deranged mother would do. Pamela on a killing rampage to avenge her son's typical '80smovte.dllt is not continued from page 6 r~ 1!';1 v all skull's obtained from internet

"Psycho" ( 1960) Marian Ci'amfbas just stolen a lot of money to get her lover out of&t. She decides to leave town aod is driving along when it begins to rain. Since she is tired. she Bates Motel. This is where r.he has her enoounter with Nonnan Bates, the hotel's psycho owner. "Psyejo"is the classic horror film directed by Alfred Hitched that left millions afraid to enter the shower. It is full oF.$ll!~ll$C, and even though it is in black and white. it • to give you a scare. Overall rating notorious 11to esChucky, t for a ny decent ugly at the get terrors.

"Mary Shelley's Frankenstein" (1994) With an all-star cast comprised of Robert DeNiro, Helana Bonham Carter, and Kenneth Branagh (who also directs), how can this retelling of Shelly's classic go wrong? It is true to the novel. That is, until the ending. With one inexcusable, literally heart-wrenching (see it and you'll know what I mean) action, the film becomes absurd and humorous. A}l that careful following of the story is lost. What, did the writers read three quarters of the book and then break down and read the cliff notes?

Well, they do redeem themselves somewhat with a final ending reminiscent of the film "Brideof Frankenstein."

I'm still very much undecided about this film. Overall rating: Three and a half skulls.

"A Nightmare on Elm Street" (1984) Poor old Nancy is having such a bad week. Her friend was murdered, her other friend is accused of the murder, her mom is a crazy booze hound and now a scar faced guy named Fred Krueger is stalking her in her nightmares. Forget the crapfest of sequels that follow, this movie is Wes Craven's masterpiece. A philosophical horror film, it will have any viewer baffled as to what is and what isn't real. It's classy, fun and not afraid to be ambiguous and sneaky. A horror film that respects viewer intelligence? Wow! Also, isn't that Johnny Depp in his film debut? Overall rating: Five skulls.

"I Know What You Did Last Summer" (1997) Four teenagers decide to go on a joy ride one summer night on a windy back road. Unfortunately for them, they hit a man and decide to throw him into the ocean, leaving him for dead. This is a bad move on their part, because the man is not really dead, and he comes back seeking revenge with a :fisherman's hook. This movie is a typical shocker that is good for jumps, but it's not the scariest. It's also not very gory, so if gore is not your kind of thing this movie would be good for you. Overall rating: Two skulls.

What's your scary flick pick?

" 'Scream'."

--Gail Miller, 3rd year ~tudent

" 'The Exorcist.' "

--Erin Lindell. 4th year student

"I don't really like ~cary movies. They're all the same."

"Halloween II" (1981) Picking up precisely where "Halloween" left off, John Carpenter's sequel starts out promising but then is pretty slow going. Michael seems to be intent on finding interesting ways of killing people with common hospital utensils. Oh, I didn't mention it takes place in a hospital? The Halloween night slasher follows our heroine (Jamie Lee Curtis) to a hospital where he kills off all the personnel, but not her, of course. It does have some nice atmosphere, however and is worth seeing for the startling explanation it uncovers. But about that enormous, dark, understaffed Haddonfield Hospital ... Overall rating: Three skulls. r.• t l'!:i r!,\ W V

"Halloween Five: The Revenge of Michael Myers"(1989) Okay, I love the "Halloween" series, I'll admit it. While the horror genre was going through a down time, "Halloween" was still going strong. Part five is better than the average horror sequel and requires little knowledge of part four to enjoy it. Michael has a telepathic bond with his niece-she can sense where he is. While many fans of the series hate this film, it sure is scary. Terrifying, in fact. If you can ignore that annoying girl Tina and those two nettlesome cops, you'll love this flick. It has some real depth. Overall rating: Four Skulls f'~ !1'.J i:.•..:i 1~ if ~· -~

"Friday the 13th Part II" (1981) Beware of sequels that come out a year after the original movie. As if "Friday the 13th" was anything that special, here comes a sequel and for the first time, it's Jason Voorhess who is killing people, not his mother! With no plot aside from.the usual teenage sex saga, this film does have some pretty scary moments. Yet Jason doesn't even wear the infamous hockey mask yet. That comes in the third installment (please don't see it, it's wretched). "Friday the 13th Part If' is a mindless but fun film, the last fair installment before the series really goes to hell. See it if you can stand watching Jason kill people with just a pillowcase over his head. Overall rating: Two skulls. 1.._. {4.ll ~ill •jl

--Karen Urbano, 2nd year student

" 'Poltergeist."'

--Shane Chuvalas. 2nd year student

''I prefer the funnier ones, like 'The Peo• pie Under the Stairs.'''

--Gary Rupacz, 3rd year studem·•

« ''Die House of Wax.' "

-Dr. Marilyn Johnson. professor of English and commuoiCa1ions

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