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3 n NEWS: CSUF actors in the comedy “Scapin” show their improvization skills ‘K-Pax’ proves its success with 6 n SPORTS: Contraction may be necessary, but leave the Twins alone performances by Jeff Bridges and Kevin Spacey —see Detour, page 4

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in times of A team of mechanical engineer- ing stu- crisis, war dents sit at a table nDISCUSSION: The media battles next to last year’s with the government’s selective Baja Dune disclosure of information Buggy. The team By Kimberly Pierceall Daily Titan Staff Writer discusses the design “The government lies,” said Will Swaim, the editor from of their OC Weekly. own dune Speaking to a crowd composed of mainly political science buggy students, Swaim said that everybody lies and the public can’t which they afford to be a casual reader. will soon “I don’t believe 50 percent of what they (government offi- cials) say, and I’m thoroughly suspicious of the other half,” build and said Mike Dravo, a senior political science major. test before Senior Anthony Shaghoia, also a political science major, they enter said as students studying government, they “thoroughly ana- it into the lyze everything” pertaining to it. Mini Baja But Dravo said it’s potentially dangerous to tell the public Collegiate that at this time, and it was a tough state- Contest in “I don’t ment to end the discussion presented by the Political Science and Criminal Justice April. believe 50 Department. Danny Serpa/ Swaim, Orange County Register Daily Titan percent reporter Joe Ames, and Los Angeles Times reporter Jean Pasco, spent an hour TO of what yesterday discussing the media’s cover- built buggy age since Sept. 11 as a part of Political [the gov- Administration and Justice Days. n manufacturer of engines and power tools, ernment] The panel touched on the tragedy’s PROJECT: The event effect on news, anthrax scares and govern- donates a 10-horsepower engine to all teams entered so that it is fair. The rest of say...” ment censorship. will take place between However, Swaim said the government the material costs are donated from com- isn’t telling the press enough. different universities in panies who sponsor the team or research Mike Following public criticism of Gov. Utah in April 2002 grants awarded to them. Gray Davis’ warning to Californians of The students learn the design process in Dravo, their first semester, which entails project possible attacks aimed at bridges, three y anny erpa senior political B D S planning, design alternatives, design anal- members of the Orange County press ral- Daily Titan Staff Writer science major lied behind his decision. ysis and math modeling. From there, they begin to virtually build the buggy on the “Disclosure is better than nondisclo- A group of mechanical engineer stu- sure,” Ames said. computer while making sure the design is dents are grinding their gears in the class- safe for the competition and that it follows “The news abhors a vacuum,” Ames said, the same cycle room in order to prepare themselves for of news (i.e. another bombing, another anthrax case etc). the guidelines set by the SAE. the Annual Mini Baja Collegiate Design Beginning in their second semester, “We hate that, and the people that manipulate us know Contest, which will be held in April in that,” he said. the team is responsible for designing and Logan, Utah. building the buggy’s chassis, suspension, But Ames said times like these bring out the best in the The Society of Automotive Engineers journalism profession. steering, driveline, braking system and (SAE) hosts the event that features more transmission. After they have finished “When things matter, the press gets better.” than one hundred universities. Gary Condit and the energy crisis fought for front-page sta- building it, they test it and present it in Cal State Fullerton is represented by a the contest. tus before Sept. 11. Since then, the front page, back page and team of senior engineers who are part of every page in between belongs to the war on terrorism. “This emulates very closely what would Danny Serpa/Daily Titan a two-semester design course held in the be expected of an engineer practicing in “This story has dominated everything,” Pasco said. Engineering Department. The team, comprised of seniors, discusses the dimensions of the body’s frame- The L.A. Times/Orange County newsroom is gutted, now the field,” said Tim Lancey, a mechanical The team is required to design, build engineer professor who teaches the course Last year, the university placed third in “Our goal is to ensure the creation of that one third of reporters have been sent away to cover the and test a single seat dune buggy that events, she said. and advises the team. the engineering sales presentation part of the lightest possible dune buggy,” he said. is comparable with what engineers are Lancey said that the students are to the event, a 47th overall. Team member “Using aluminum to save the weight helps Ames predicted a partnership between media powerhouses designing in the real world. Then, con- like CNN, the New York Times and Chicago Tribune to save design a dune buggy like it’s a prototype Reza Elahi said he likes his team’s chances improve the frame drastically. That’s what testants are responsible for presenting a of a new product and that it should be this year. we want to focus on.” money and create combined foreign bureaus. physical and oral presentation explaining All news networks including CNN have refused to broad- marketable, safe and competitive to the “Hopefully, we will fit in the top five,” Gracie Millard is the first female to be details of efficiency and cost analysis. other schools. Elahi said. named project manager leader. She said cast bin Laden’s speech, and Swain said it was detrimental. “This is the real deal,” said Colleen Since a majority of Americans ferociously hate Bin Laden, “Their working as a team in order to Members of the team are excited about that before this semester her knowledge of Keller, a mechanical engineer major who design an off-road vehicle and make cer- the idea of using aluminum for the frame- cars was meek, but the baja project drew they won’t give much credence to what he says in his speech- is part of the six-person team. “This is es, Swaim said. tain, rather ridged specifications the SAE work of the buggy, but are unsure until her attention the most. actually a test of our knowledge and hands requires, is met,” said Lancey. “It includes analysis testing proves it can be done. “It’s one of the hardest senior design He added, “for us to close our ears to it is very danger- on experience.” ous.” roll cage design, driveline, steering, brake “It’s power to weight ratio,” said Omid Briggs and Stratton, a well-known and safety features.” Mohseni, a senior who is on the team. BUGGY/ 3 MEDIA/ 3 Political advertising course exam- Societies influ- ines enced by choices nCAMPUS: importance that advertisements have in nCOURSE: ‘Food for thought’ takes a new influencing votes. ‑ Communications 415T “Political advertising has been evolv- context when studying the history of cuisine ing in the last 50 years,” said Cooper, a is temporary, and has By Jamie Ayala courses in the subject. former U.S. Senate staff member. “The Special to the Titan first presidential campaign [that] they Daryaee will be instructing an yet to prove if it will used television was Dwight Eisenhower upper division elective course on stay in the curriculum and they used very simple kinds of adver- What does food have to do with the topic next semester. He first tising messages. ‑ They have become magic, crime, nationalism, tradi- taught history 490 or 491 a couple very sophisticated since that period of tions and religious beliefs? of years ago after proposing it to his By Michelle Lara The basic necessity is the recent- peers, because he was interested in Daily Titan Staff Writer time. ‑While they were playing a small role then, they play a major role now.” ly discovered tool for studying not just looking at what historical The course is a temporary class that those aspects. cultures ate, but why that cuisine A new course, Communications 415T, will only be offered next spring. ‑One “Food is a factor that can be was important for that society. Political Advertising, will give students a reason for this is that Cooper wanted to studied across time and provides a Roshanna Sylvester is a history new way to look at how advertising teach the class while an election cycle new perspective in trying to make professor and the current curricu- works in the political arena. was taking place. ‑The university must sense of societies from past to mod- lum chair of the history depart- This class is designed to examine deem it successful enough to become a ern times,” said Touraj Daryaee, a ment. advertising that takes place in political permanent course. professor of history. “The department wants to go campaigns and have students follow the Because the class is being offered for The once historical curiosity has beyond the idea that history is just advertisements that candidates use in the the first time ever, not many students or become a hot topic for academic about battles and politics and there primary elections of spring 2002. faculty know about it. historians within the last four years. was no question that this [history of David Cooper, professor of the Four out of five political science pro- This wave of interest in looking at food] was not a legitimate topic of Department of Communications, will fessors who were asked about the course food and drink academically has study,” Sylvester said. use his 20 years of experience in the MIchelle Lara/Daily Titan had not yet heard about it. caused many universities including This interdisciplinary course David Cooper, professor of Communications, will be teaching political and media business to combine Cal State Fullerton to start offering FOOD/ 3 these concepts and show students the Comm 415T, a new political science/advertising course. 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CCALENDARALENDAR OFOF EVENTSEVENTS Community‑‑‑ information, call (714) 704- “Devices of Wonder: From For more information, call (714) 2400.‑‑ the World in a Box to Images 567-7233.‑ Save Ferris will be perform- on a Screen” is an exhibit at the ing at the House of Blues in On Nov. 8 “Fight Night at the Getty Center in Los Angeles The “Southern California Anaheim on Nov. 17. The ska Pond” will start at 7:30 p.m. U.S. Nov. 13 through Feb. 3, 2002. Primate Research Forum” will concert will start at 8 p.m., and Olympian Jose Navarro will be The displays feature devices be held on Nov. 10, from 8:45 tickets are $17.50. For more fighting at the Arrowhead Pond that enhance visual perception a.m. to 5 p.m. in McCarthy Hall information, call (714) 778- in Anaheim. Tickets range from including mirrors, dioramas and room 1221. The Primatology ttwwoo 2583.‑ $15 to $110. For more informa- microscopes. For more informa- Student’s Association is spon- A guide to what’s happening tion, call (714) 740-2000.‑‑ tion, call (310) 440-7722.‑‑ soring the event. Those inter- Britney Spears will perform at ested RSVP by e-mailing dmu- BRIEFS the Arrowhead Pond in Anaheim The Relationship Building A live music/comedy entitled [email protected]. For more infor- on Nov. 20. Tickets range in Network is hosting their “Ha Ha That Rocks” will be play- mation, call (714) 577-0995.‑ price from $40 to $75. For more BUSINESS Expo/Trade Show ing at The Roxy in Los Angeles Or for application information, Fire drill sets off in information, call (714) 704-2700 on Dec. 4 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 on Nov. 13. Special guests On Nov. 10, there will be contact the chapter adviser at College Park Building or Ticketmaster at (714) 740- p.m. The event will be held at including the Sklar Brothers, a Cricket match against USC [email protected]. 2000.‑ the Newport Fish Company Trilambs and Metal Shop will be from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at USC. Students and staff evacu- and there is a $10 admission featured during the showcase. It will be held at the Catherine ated the College Park Building Brea Curtis Theatre The “14th annual Fullerton charge. There will be appetizers, For more information, call (310) B. Locker Track and Field. For Wednesday when a fire drill went presents “Sounds Veteran’s Day Parade and entertainment and prizes.‑‑ 276-2222.‑‑ more information, call Karun off at approximately 10:07 a.m. Better With Bells” Ceremony” will be held on Nov. Singh (714) 337-0727.‑‑ As the ringing alarm notified 12. The parade starts at 10:25 A Nutcracker Boutique will Campus‑ people to leave the building, many The Curtis Theatre’s Kids’s a.m. in the Downtown Plaza. be held at the Brea Community Self-defense classes for students were apprehensive about Culture Club Series presents For more information, call (714) Center on Nov. 17 from 9 Camp Titan is having a women only will be offered leaving because they thought the “Sounds Better With Bells,” 738-6317.‑ a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds from Holiday Toy Drive from Nov. Nov. 9 and 16 in the Physical Sunday Nov. 18. alarm was a prank. the event will benefit Brea 15 through Dec. 14. Bring an Education Building’s Fencing “I was sitting in the Nutwood Performances are 1 p.m. and The Muckenthaler Cultural Community Center Youth, teen unwrapped toy to the Titan Room. The “Rape Aggression Café when I saw everybody rush 3 p.m. Center Foundation is present- and family programs. ‑‑ Student Union Information and Defense” is a consecutive group outside,” said Stacey Bayan, a The nationally acclaimed musi- ing a Holiday Americana Home Services desk to help support of classes that teach women to psychology major. cal group , Campanile, takes the Tour, Floral Demonstrations, The City of Brea and the underprivileged children.‑ be prepared if ever faced with “I plan on staying close to stage with fast-paced, powerful Boutique & Luncheon on Dec. National Watercolor Society an attacker. For more informa- the building because I don’t and playful tunes. 1. The events will take place are presenting the 81st annual A Teacher job fair will be held tion, call (714) 278-5533.‑‑ really think that there is a fire. The performance is part of from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “National Watercolor Juried Nov. 20 from 12: 30 p.m. to 5:30 Somebody probably just pulled the Kids’ Culture Club series that Suggested donation of Exhibition” through Dec. 9. The p.m. in the Titan Student Union The Missy Hasin Trio will the alarm,” she added. offers educational, interactive, $25 per person is recom- exhibit will feature more than Pavilions. For more information, perform Nov. 13 at the Grand Corporal John Bedell, the offi- inspirational and informal produc- mended. Funds will benefit the 100 watercolor paintings from visit www.fullerton.edu/career.‑ Central Art Center in Santa Ana. cer at the scene explained that tions. Muckenthaler Cultural Center artists around the world. For Tickets are $10. Missy Hasin is the alarm had been triggered by Tickets are $6, and may be Foundation. For more informa- more information, call (714) The Ceramics Showcase a cellist who plays jazz, hip-hop something on the seventh floor. purchased online at www.curtis- tion, call (714) 738-6595.‑ 990-7730.‑‑ 2001 is on display in the Grand and rock. For more information, theatre.org. “Supposedly somebody was Central Rental and Sales call (714) 567-7234.‑‑ microwaving some food and it Tickets may also be bought by The Family Values Tour will Brea’s Curtis Theatre pres- Gallery through Nov. 25. This caused the fire alarm to go off,” phone, mail, fax or in person. be at the Arrowhead Pond in ents “Cecil B. Demille Presents” is the third annual event of its Tom Stoppard’s “Arcadia,” Bedell said. “We received a call Discount rates are available Anaheim on Nov. 10. Bands and “Campanile” Nov. 16-18. kind. The exhibit features works a romantic comedy about the and responded, but no fire crews for groups of 15 or more. There is featured include Linkin Park, Tickets are $27. For more infor- by Southern California artists life of Lord Byron, will be per- were needed so they were not a savings by purchasing the entire Staind and Stone Temple Pilots. mation, call (714) 990-7722.‑‑ like Lucy Chamberlain, Don formed through Dec. 9. Tickets called out.” series for $30. Tickets are $42.50. For more Fitzgerald and Susan Martin. may be purchased in advance. —Heather Baer Parking is free. The Curtis Theatre is located at the Brea Deadline approaches Civic and Cultural Center, at 1 for membership Civic Center Circle. Box office hours are The deadline for joining the Wednesday through Friday , from Golden Key International Honour noon to 5 p.m.; Saturday from 11 Society is approaching. It is in the a.m. to 2 p.m.; and an hour prior Dr. Planned final stages of its new member to performance. induction. For tickets or information, call For those who are juniors, (714) 990-7722. 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Copyright ©2001 Daily Titan news Thursday, November 8, 2001 3 Volunteers needed to change children’s nORGANIZATION: and to participate in many activities it is also beneficial to the campus which they may not have the chance because it shows how involved Cal Camp Titan lets “kids to participate in otherwise.” State Fullerton is with the commu- Prospero explained that Camp nity.” be kids” for a week, Titan is the philanthropic part of Prospero said that the applicants the Associated Students (AS) and is are supposed to bring their appli- offering them a stable funded not only by AS, but by a Los cation to the Titan Student Union schedule Angeles Times grant as well. Room 269 to have interviews that The Camp Titan program takes same day. By Heather Baer 150 underprivileged children, from “The program provides training Daily Titan Staff Writer Orange County, to a YMCA campsite for the counselors,” Prospero said. in the San Bernardino Mountains for “We take them up for one weekend Wanted: Outgoing students who one week. There, the children play in April for training and then they enjoy dedicating their time working games, swim and enjoy nature. return to the campsite with the kids with children. “The kids get to eat three meals in June.” Applicants must be in good stand- per day and for one week have a This year, Camp Titan runs from ing with the university, have at least a consistent schedule,” Prospero said. June 15-22. 2.0 grade point average and must be “Most of these kids come from pretty McCully said that after her years very enthusiastic bad situations and this program gives of experience with the program, she courtesy of Jim Volz Camp Titan is currently looking them a break from their lives. Here still looks forward to spending time for volunteers to act as counselors Micah Dahlberg (left) as Scapin, and Alicia Sherman as Nerine perform in ‘Scapin.’ they can play and act like the kids with the kids. and spend time with underprivileged they are.” “One of my favorite memories children. Jen McCully, a staff member, has is when I was the counselor for the The deadline for applications is been with the Camp Titan program oldest age group of girl. They came No escape from ‘Scapin’ Saturday, Nov. 17. for the past three years and says the back the following years as counsel- “Pretty much we are looking for program is not only beneficial to ors-in- training and were so happy to nREVIEW: The all- Volz compared the type of com- and playoffs of one another. people who are goofy, who can act the children, but to the university as see me,” McCully said. “This is the edy to the likes of Ellen Degeneres “The actors just play with how like kids and love to be around kids,” well. type of job where you have to love student cast spent and Jerry Seinfeld, pointing out that the audience responds,” Volz said. said Amy Prospero, co-director of “The program is great, because it what you do, we don’t get paid for these artists started their career with “Scapin is a scripted production, but camper management and training. gives these kids a break, where they our time. We are volunteers. I have seven weeks prepar- improv. ad libs are added to the improvisa- “Camp Titan offers kids the chance don’t have to deal with the pressures loved each year. I have participated Directed by CSUF graduate stu- tion.” to play with other children their age of home,” McCully said. “However, in it and look forward to this upcom- ing for the impromptu dent Todd Kulczyk, the play opens so The theater housed an active, as inspired comedy busily that by the end of the first act, well as interactive, performance two audience members were ques- Sunday afternoon. Highlights of difficult. By Elana Pruitt tioning others about who was who “Scapin” included a silly, kissing BUGGY The team seeks funding support Daily Titan Copy Editor and what was what? But as the sec- ritual between two lovers — Octave n from page 1 from research grants and companies ond act continued with a whirlwind (Frank Astran III) and Hyacinth who will sponsor them. So far, analy- Escaping the usual scripted play, of theatricality and spontaneity, the (Dena Hall), Sylvestre’s call to drama projects in the engineering depart- sis software has been donated, but the actors explored the art of comedy story line became clear and question and realization that he was born to act ment,” she said. team still needs much more funding. in “Scapin” last Sunday at Cal State marked faces turned into delighted instead of being a servant and a hilari- “I knew I wanted to be a part of The team, which also include Jessie Fullerton’s Arena Theatre. smiles. ous chase scene at the end. it when all of us talked about it last Smith and Daniel Lee, look at com- The wildly upbeat play, written Scapin, pronounced “Scuh-pan,” The musical conductor/butler year.” pleting the project as a testimony of by Bill Irwin and Mark O’Donnell, is the innocently, deceitful servant named George (Amy Drinkwater) Besides the rigorous time and ener- their hard work and dedication to the immediately opened with kooky, who embodied the story. He plays funked up the play with kinky melo- gy put into the Mini Baja Project, stu- class. jester-like dances from the all-student cupid with two men desperately dies that matched the scenes, and dents are also required to take written Best of all, when they start the cast. As the “Comedia D’ell Arte”— longing for their beloved women, dramatically did as was told by boss mid-terms on subjects like Aspects of engine that day, they can look at the a theatrical style of impromptu — as well as the liaison between the Scapin. Pulling worded signs reading Design Methodology and Professional completed dune buggy and know that was popular in Italy around the 14th sons and their angry fathers. Scapin, “duh” — hung from opposite sides of ethics and practice. as a group of mechanical engineering and 15th centuries, the presentation played by Micah Dahlberg, lies like a the theater, poked fun into her role of “There is full reporting here, and at students, school success comes in may of the play was a successful trib- pro and dances like a master of song. servitude and brought laughter from the competition site,” Lancey said. different forms. ute to its origin. Audience members With exaggerated face painting, zany, the audience. He added that the workload is not “This class teaches you how to went from confusion to amusement brightly-colored pants and matching “It has been a real challenge,” Volz easy. Funding for the project is also work as a team and get things done,” as the play progressed and interactive hat, Dahlberg plays the role of a joker admitted. “Todd took on an exciting humor kept everybody in the mood and jester and well, a comedian. adventure to delve into this kind of for entertainment. Sylvestre, played by John Wilds, theater.” “This is the first time this genre assists Scapin in his many mischie- Todd Kulczyk has previously has been performed in the last vous schemes as his companion. directed “Waiting for Lefty,” “Hello decade,” said Jim Volz, professor of Wilds continuously fed the audience Bertha,” “What I Meant Was” and Read the Daily Titan online!!! the Theatre and Dance Department. with unexpected dance grooves and “The Altruists” at CSUF. “It took seven weeks to prepare for one-liners. The chemistry between “Scapin” will continue its perfor- http://dailytitan.fullerton.edu this show, which is typical for a com- Dahlberg and John Wilds is felt mance in the Arena Theatre through edy like this.” through their friendly encouragement Nov. 11.

being delivered to me.” MEDIA Swaim said the journalist’s job is FOOD n from page 1 a little more involved now. Reporters n from page 1 must “be really patient, really investi- Newsrooms haven’t closed their gate, and despite our best efforts – not evaluates how food affects societies AA Copy eyes to the sight of anthrax scares. screw-up,” he said. in order to understand them better. While mailroom employees at the Dravo said he’s noticed the media Students delve into discussions rang- Register and L.A. Times wear rub- acting more cautious. “I think they’re ing from why fasting and feasting are ber gloves and Ames receives personal treading lightly…getting sources cor- significant to the truth, and the origin letters already opened, inspected and rect, facts correct,” he said. of food as an aphrodisiac. Daryaee 2 x 2 stamped – Pasco said anthrax attacks Shaghoia and Dravo said they would teaches the class how to use food as directed at staff writers probably isn’t like to see more from the media, such as a tool of research to understand these a good accurate account of how many Goat a priority. Still, the L.A. Times/Orange elements of societies and then allows County edition building was evacuated civilians in Afghanistan have perished students to apply it to their areas of and quarantined within 24 hours after and information on other countries interests (majors). For instance, he the attacks, when someone opened a assisting in the war on terrorism. said that one of his former students letter filled with flour. But with limited amount of writers was interested in art and evaluated The Hill The Titan Theater audience laughed and space constraints in a newspaper, Last Supper by comparing what was when Swain said, “I’m more concerned not everything can be covered. eaten and where it was placed on the about O.C. Republicans than anthrax “Newspapers can’t print every- table in depictions from various time periods. Tavern Sylvester said this kind of history science major. ‑“It could possibly give is not what students are used to being CLASS me another option in what I want to do exposed to. This sub-discipline pro- n from page 1 with my career.” vides broader aspects of human expe- The course will cover the histori- riences, she said. 1 x 6 Contractors “A brochure is going around to tell cal-political perspective of past elec- This type of curriculum is a grow- students and professors more about the tions, making it a good class for those ing and accepted trend. course,” Cooper said. “But we really students interested in politics, business, Polina Gershfeld, 18, said she was are at the mercy at the departments and history and graphic design, Cooper interested in courses that piqued her Liscense professors that want to support it,” said. interest in non-conventional ways. Communication 415T can be taken “Political advertising is a highly spe- “As long as it is not a class about as an elective for students outside of cialized field,” Cooper said. ‑“There nutrition, it sounds like a fun way to the communication department even are many people playing many differ- learn something new,” said the busi- Exam though it is a core class for advertising ent roles. ‑People have to have a good ness management major. students. grounding in the political process, as Instead of giving health advice, “I think this class could be a ben- well as understanding the principles of Daryaee said he will present films like efit to political science students,” said advertising. ‑ With this course I hope to “Tortilla Soup” for discussions on food Katie Morey, a junior and political converse these things together.” and family, in addition to providing a 2 x 8 few food tastes.

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November 8, 2001 ‘How to Succeed in Business’ a success; with- out really trying

By Trinity Powells cast and a performance that held back Finch (Brian Dawson) is the charm- J.B. Biggley (CSUF alumnus Kevin Daily Titan Staff Writer nothing from the audience, the produc- ing boy-next-door type that any mother Beaty) is an eccentric and careless tion succeeded almost as effortlessly would want their daughter to meet, but executive that golfs, cheats on his Every once and a while there is as Ponty’s rise to success. would probably want him for them- wife and knits to calms his nerves, but a name that spells success. Donald The tale is about Finch, a young selves. Dawson’s ability to be both not necessarily in that order. Beaty is Trump, Andrew Carnegie, John D. window washer that harbors loftier naïve and ingenious at once is both lively and humorous yet subtle and Rockefeller—they all had the names. dreams of success in the business remarkable and creative. entertaining. So when J. Pierrepont Finch decided world. Rosemary (Megan Grumbel), an The supporting cast is phenomenal to make it in business, success was With an unmistakably devilish smile overly forward secretary, was as lovely and their choreography is exciting in all in how he decided to spell it; F-I- and the advice he religiously follows and sweet as Marsha Brady, but pos- the musical number “Coffee Break.” N-C-H. from a small book, Ponty begins to sessed a confidence that couldn’t be And there is a surprising treat in the The Pulitzer Prize-winning climb the rungs of the corporate ladder ignored; especially by Finch. performance of Miss Jones (Valerie Broadway play, “How to Succeed at the World Wide Wickets Company. Bud Frump (Daniel James Canaday), Casey), the secretary of J.B. Biggley, in Business Without Really Trying,” Along his steady rise to corporate an irritating momma’s boy who got his whose remarkable voice, alone, was already had a name for itself when bliss, Finch encounters a hunger for his job because he was the bosses nephew, worth admission. James R. Taulli directed the Cal State affection that rivals his own ambitions was exciting to watch as he flailed With a witty script and a fantas- Fullerton cast at the Little Theatre on for success. He finds it in Rosemary about the stage reminiscent of Jerry tic musical score that has succeeded Oct. 27. Pilkington, whose motives borderline Lewis in his prime. repeatedly, the cast did not have to Considering that Matthew Broderick that of a gold digger. Smitty (Vandy Scoates) was lovable try hard to accomplish a brilliant per- played the lead on Broadway in 1995 With this added weight of a possible and spirited as Rosemary’s friend and formance—but they did. Maybe they at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in love interest and the conniving antics confidante, while Hedy Larue (Brooke read a book on how to succeed in the New York, the CSUF Department of of Bud Frump, the spoiled and overly Aston), Biggley’s newest hire and mis- theatre. If they were anything like Theatre and Dance had a considerable ambitious nephew of J.B. Biggley, the tress, possessed a spirit and presence Finch, they knew it was all in how you reputation to uphold. head of World Wide Wickets, Ponty’s all her own that caused more than just spell success—C-S-U-F. courtesy of CSUF theatre arts But with an excellent supporting climb to the top is hysterical. Finch’s career to rise. Brian Dawson (left), with Vandy Scoates and Megan Grubel (right). California Institute of the Arts goes abnormal

n Kittenfreaky, Loudboy and Sex with Loudboy, as Barnes, the Master of mance, the “Lurchettes,” started danc- HOLIDAY: Halloween Lurch celebrated a post-Halloween Ceremonies and lead singer, energized ing while a blonde stripped off her in the Hollywood Hills and Day of the Dead rock ‘n’ roll the audience with a glam punk—style cloak and wore a babyhead bra top. event. rock ‘n’ roll. Wearing light—up devil Lurch stood hidden in the background takes on a life of its At the California Institute of horns and a cape, the spotlight shined and only sometimes dancing with his Abnormal Arts, about 200 people in his eyes and they pierced straight large feather duster. own at this year’s event toured the museum and listened to an into the audience. The lead singer and guitarist, wear- eclectic array of music from gothic/ Screams followed while he gyrated ing leopard thigh highs and shiny Rita Freeman glam/surf punk to kooky-indie-nerd his hips. aquamarine boots, shook his hips Daily Titan Asst. News Editor girls. Kittenfreaky added a blend of fun to playing songs like “Glitter Bitch and Spooky Pie oozed with Los Angeles the show, with songs like “Last Supper “Space Kitty.” Hidden in the outskirts of North as it performed. With a mixture of at Denny’s” and “Stupid Girl.” The As they performed, a masked clown Hollywood, surrounded by auto dark psychedelic songs and simple women did not play that many instru- carried a sign protesting urine and mechanic shops and torn up streets repetitive lyrics, the group drew in the ments , except a bass, a keyboard and asked the audience to sign a petition lies a different dimension. audience. a baby saxophone. boycotting it. As one escapes into a world of Ellen Rocamora, 20 , of Glendale Lead singer and lyricist, Cindy Pop, Though it appeared to distract the oddities, encircled by a disturbing cof- said CIA was the perfect venue to host said when they first started out as audience, the clown added to the oddi- fin of a dead clown, a shrine to a the event. an art band, they were not musically ties of the night. dead fairy, a fossilized arm of a man “You step out of the real world and inclined. They would make noises on One audience member who waited and of a merman, a two-headed baby step in here — it’s a different time, a the keyboard and hoped it would make anxiously to see the band the entire and naked people dancing on video different world,” she said. a song. night, danced during each of its five screens, sexual energy exudes through “You see Lurch walk by. It’s like At the end of the night, the gender songs and its encore. the night. Halloween is extended a little bit lon- bender band, “Sex With Lurch” per- “They were more subdued than I emily dorman/Daily Titan And this was just the venue where ger.” formed. thought they would be,” said Bonnie Spooky Pie keyboardist, Phyllis Teen performs in Hollywood. five bands, $3 Puta, Spooky Pie, One of the main highlights was At the beginning of the perfor- Kramer, 42 of Los Angeles. “But it Get lost on ‘Mulholland Drive’ K-Pax is food for By Brandon Parris movie abounds with solid acting, strong into Betty Elms — delightfully cheery in just two hours. This understandably Special to the Titan characters and great cinematography, yet and disillusioned Naomi Watts — who leaves a lot of loose ends. Stories are makes no sense when put together. also happens to be an aspiring actress. begun but never finished, simply because thought I was there when the homeless demon Theatergoers booed, hissed and fled The girls embark on a whirlwind jour- Lynch did not have enough time. released a pair of inch high, old folks out like postal workers in an anthrax scare as ney for Laura’s identity, triggered by her Each episode within the film is mas- contrived and cheesy come out of his magic paper sack. the film wore on. But it is not a bad film. remembrance of a “Diane Selwyn.” terfully crafted with Lynch’s trademark n MOVIE: Film lets sounding pretty funny, like when I saw the strung-out lip syncing lounge “Mulholland Drive” is a masterpiece Then, the movie makes a jump into a emphasis on the bizarre. Prot reassures his doctor, “Don’t singer belt out a Spanish rendition of Roy that captured top directing honors at completely different story involving the Individually, the scenes share a loosely viewers decide the worry, I’m not going to leap out of Orbison’s “Crying.” Cannes, yet agitates movie audiences. exact same characters. held common theme, which adds to the spaced out truth your chest.” David Lynch, the master of con- “Mulholland Drive” is the tale of an Rita becomes Camilla Rhodes, an overall feel of despair and sin. Just do not His subtle gestures (slight grin fusing symbolism uses his new film, actress with amnesia trying to piece her actress forced on a project by a Mafia expect the action to flow smoothly. By Kimberly Pierceall and unwavering voice) balanced “Mulholland Drive” to bring together an life together, starting with the thousands syndicate in Hollywood; Betty becomes Lynch leaves plenty of hidden clues for The Daily Titan Staff Writer with his over-the-top antics (gnaw- amnesia—stricken lesbian actress, a Los in cash she finds in her purse. Diane, Camilla’s scorned lover. more cunning viewers to piece together. ing on a banana with the peel still Angeles cowboy, a wheelchair stricken Rita, played by a sultry Laura Elene It gets confusing. But for those of us without a doctorate in Add Kevin Spacey to the cast, attached) made him human and Hollywood mob boss and Billy Ray Harring, is in search of her identity after a Most of the confusion stems from DavidLynchology, “Mulholland Drive” and “Dude Where’s My Car” alien at the same time, a fitting Cyrus as an adulterating gardener. failed attempt on her life leaves her head the fact that “Mulholland Drive” was serves as a refreshing glimpse at the could’ve been Oscar worthy – ok portrayal of mysterious Prot. These images all appear to have noth- emptier than a cookie jar at fat camp. scheduled to be a television series. The underbelly of the Beverly Hills lifestyle. maybe Blockbuster award worthy. But Spacey wasn’t the only ing in common. This is the cruel paradox Finding refuge in a supposedly aban- movie attempts to summarize what was Point being, Spacey’s mere pres- lead. that is Lynch’s new masterpiece. The doned Hollywood bungalow, Laura runs an entire season’s worth of plot lines ence heightens the credibility and Light played a major role in charm of almost any film – includ- every scene. Since Prot travels by ing K-Pax. light rays, the cinematographers The set-up is typical: Alien had a field day accenting each Jet Li offers more of the same named Prot (Spacey) lands on scene with a colorful ray. Kudos Earth and starts telling people he to the unrecognized cinematog- By Patrick Vuong million in box office sales. is not made up of just one universe, Though this MTV style may be suf- is an alien, thus prompting them to raphers whose names should be Daily Titan Staff Writer Next Li played a framed cop in but rather many parallel universes that ficient for brutish brawlers like Jean send him to a mental institution – a listed above Jeff Bridges on the “Kiss of the Dragon,” which grossed exist simultaneously but separately Claude Van Damme, a less stylized swanky Manhattan mental institu- poster. Despite having made American only $36 million despite being a some- from our own. approach with wide-angle views is tion, no less. Instead of writing the The same goes for the music. films for almost four years, Jet Li has what better film. The Multiverse Bureau of needed to fully capture Li’s graceful guy off as simply kooky, Dr. Mark The instrumental lulls you along yet to come up with a single high-qual- Li’s newest release, “The One,” Investigation polices these alternative moves. Powell (Jeff Bridges) is intrigued with Spacey’s voice. ity box office hit. probably won’t deviate too much universes but when one of their agents, Further adding to the over-direc- and ignores his family’s advice Unless you’re John Williams, Sure “Lethal Weapon 4” was a from this pattern, though it is a slight Yulaw (Li), goes rogue, the energy tion is the fact that Li’s stunt double and obsessively tries to find out famed composer of almost every huge success, but his first Hollywood improvement from his previous balance is lost. must keep his back to the camera at whether this patient is a real alien. high profile movie (Star Wars, appearance wasn’t much considering works. The agent learns that by killing all times, so Wong is forced to switch In the meantime, a goofy cast of Titanic, Saving Private Ryan), he spoke no English lines and appeared One of the reasons why “The One” his alternate versions the remaining shots constantly to prevent the number fellow mental patients surrounds name recognition isn’t attached in only a portion of the film. is more enjoyable than his past two energy is divided among the remain- of computer-generated effects needed Prot: the obsessive compulsive, to most composers. Edward Then came “Romeo Must Die,” a starring vehicles is the intriguing ing Yulaws, giving them superhuman to graft Li‘s head onto his double. the germ-phobe and the stuck-in- Shearmur, composer of such note- predictable, barely entertaining urban premise of which it is based on: reality abilities. After killing 123 alternates of Li’s performance in “The One” the-past. All are zany and all are worthy films as Cruel Intentions action movie that garnered just $55 himself, Yulaw sets his mark on Gabe, is probably his best one yet in an infatuated with Prot’s K-Paxian and Miss Congeniality, found a real the version of our reality. American film. With his English stories. winner in creating the simple gal- If this story sounds a bit too much markedly improved, Li can finally It then makes perfect sense that axy tunes for K-Pax. like an episode of some science-fic- express an emotional range that was the doctor’s brother-in-law hap- But, do the right actor, the per- tion series, there’s good reason for that only shown in his Hong Kong films. pens to be an astronomer, so he fect look, and interesting music — scribes Glen Morgan and James And he pulls off playing the dual roles and his astronomical physics cro- translate into an overall good Wong have written for “The X-Files,” of villain and hero quite seamlessly. nies can check Prot’s stories for movie? “Millennium” and “The Others.” Surprisingly, he finally appears factual error. K-Pax emerges as many separate Though their script is far from per- comfortable handling firearms, and in And as in most, “is he or isn’t he parts with an appeal resembling a fect, the writing duo interjects enough some scenes, he even looks cool. real” movie plots, the scientists are “Choose Your Own Adventure” action, emotion and intelligence to In the past he’s looked quite awk- shocked when Prot draws a more book. make the film work. ward shooting a gun (hence the near detailed map of his solar system You can choose to take K-Pax With Morgan serving as producer absence of them in his American mov- than expected. as it is, a typical movie with some and Wong as director, “The One” turns ies), and in some cases the results The screenwriter should have style – or look deeper, much deep- out as an amusing action film, though were laughable (such as in 1995‘s taken note of the movie’s tag line er, to understand who Prot might the potential is there for it to be even “Meltdown”). and changed his view of the world be. more than what it is. With terrific co-stars Carla Gugino, – the world of film scripts. Either way, choose to change For example, working with Li, it’s Jason Statham and Delroy Lindo, Li is Good thing Kevin Spacey the way you look at the movie by apparent that Wong does not have finally showing that he might one day appeared from a beam of light. focusing on Kevin Spacey. Alien much experience dealing with martial make a first-class blockbuster; “The The actor can do no wrong. or not, his acting is not of this courtesy of revolution studios arts scenes, as he tends to use close-up One” just isn’t it. Lines that would normally sound world, and it shows. Jet Li’s martial arts action is just as solid as in his past films. shots with quick-cut edits. 5 Thursday, November 8, 2001 DEtour Filipino film makes solid ‘debut’

CSULB grad helps pen cultural film breakthrough

n writer Gene Cajayon during a Filipino- FILM: Writer takes American Film Festival at UCLA and on the daunting task the rest as they say, is history. The concept and script were com- of exposing struggles pleted in two years while the film took almost ten years to complete, due to Filipino—American lack of monetary funds. children deal with Unlike most independent films, The Debut did not receive any support from major Hollywood studios. By Abigaile C. Siena Daily Titan Staff Writer The film is the first major motion picture depicting life as a Filipino- American in modern society. There are two types of people in The producers of The Debut mar- today’s society. The first type are those keted the film at their own expense. who complain and criticize. The film’s trailers appeared on MTV, The other type consists of those who BET and the Cartoon Network as observe and try to make a difference. well as international cable channels. John Manal Castro fits into the latter Print ads appeared in the Los Angeles category. Times. Unlike most people whose dream is "If we had a lot of money, we would to become doctors, lawyers and first- want to mass market this to everybody, class athletes, Castro had something whether you’re Filipino or not," Castro else in mind. said. "Since we had a small budget, we Castro is a co-writer of the indepen- had to cater to our core audience which dent film, "The Debut." is the Filipino Community." "Growing up, I never saw any The movie was filmed in Filipinos in movies or on TV and if Montebello, CA, and received posi- there were Filipinos on movies and tive responses from residents of that TV, they weren’t playing Filipinos," community. Castro said during a screening at the Local residents provided in-kind Edwards Theatre at the Long Beach support and were cast as extras in the Towne Center. film. Castro mentioned that Filipino actors Castro mentioned that finding actors courtesy of 5 card productions and actresses are left to portray the roles to portray the parents in the film was a Joy Bisco (left) and Dante Basco (right) share an intimate moment in the Filipino-American drama, “The Debut.” of Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and difficult task. the stereotypical housemaids, exotic "The parents, grandparents and lent to the American Oscars. "We were so desperate to find the person [to play second highest grossing movie per screen in the dancers or prostitutes. the older generation [that] immigrat- "We didn’t have to audition Eddie though,” Castro the part] that we actually went to clubs that were pre- nation." Thus beating Serendipity and Training Day. This prompted him to pursue a ed here, their initial goal was not to said. “We still had to audition for the parents ‘cause a dominantly Filipino [patrons were Filipino or Filipino- "Hopefully, we get some bigger distribution by the end career in the film industry. become an actor or actress. They came lot of people could have played that role. But I think American]," Castro said. "She just happened to be of this tour," Castro said. Castro attended Cal State Long here to raise a family, survive and live only one person could have played Eddie’s character," there and she saw our flier and said "Oh, wow! I’m an When asked about his parents’ reaction towards the Beach and graduated in 1994. the American dream," Castro said. he said with a smile. actress." We auditioned her and she got the role." film, Castro responded "My parents have been sup- While at CSULB, Castro wrote With that in mind, the writers Casting the rest of the characters was not as difficult. The film has since enjoyed success in its Los portive from the beginning…now that it’s out, they’re and directed an acclaimed mock docu- and producers set their sights on the Basco brothers Dante, Darion, Derek and Dino were Angeles tour. really proud of it." mentary called "Diary of a Gangsta Philippines and their seasoned actors. the only Filipino-American actors in their age bracket "There’s still a lot of convincing to be done," Castro The Filipino community now has a movie to call Sucka." A flock of hopefuls auditioned and who were active in Hollywood. said about gaining more movie patrons for the film. their own. The film was a satire on the Filipino in the end, they found their talents. Dante Basco, the leading man of the film is best "You got to really hold their hands and guide them into "Maybe their [Castro’s parents] friends’ kids are gangster phenomenon in Los Angeles. One of the actors named Eddie known for his role as Rufio in the motion picture the movie theater," Castro said. doctors and lawyers, but they can say ‘Hey, my son "I wanted to put Filipinos on the Garcia, was a five-time Filipino "Hook" with Robin Williams. The same movie companies that refused to support made ‘The Debut,’’ which is a nice thing to say," big screen…the American big screen," Association of Movie Arts and Actress Joy Bisco who portrays Basco’s love inter- "Debut" are now battling for the rights to release the Castro said. Castro said. Sciences award winner for best direc- est in the film, was spotted in front of a night club film on video. Castro met ‘Debut’ director and co- tor. FAMAS is the Philippines’ equiva- handing out fliers. The film’s opener according to Castro "was the Movie taps into stereotypes of filipino families

nREVIEW: With a of his own identity and in denial of his his conflict with Ruben in the film. heritage as a Filipino-American. The director and screenwriters went basic story line and a The movie also introduces the audi- to great lengths in developing the film’s common theme, this ence to a very important milestone in plot as the storyline moved from one a Filipino woman’s life…the debutant character’s view to another. drama attempts to ball. The film does not have any severely blend its culture This tradition is celebrated by mark- complicated twists and turns that most ing a Filipina’s maturity into adulthood. audiences expect from an independent By Abigaile C. Siena The event is compared to a giant or mainstream film. The end of the Daily Titan Staff Writer block party, but with relatives arriving movie leaves you clamoring for more. from distant places to mark the occa- This film concludes its Los Angeles The movie ‘The Debut’ gives us a sion. tour tonight. glimpse of what life is like as a Filipino- As the family continues the prepara- It was not rated and was released American dealing with the conflicts of tions for Rose’s (Ruben’s older sister without the support of any major modern society and family values and played by actress Bernadette Balagtas) Hollywood movie studios. traditions. 18th birthday party, Ruben battles with The movie has received an award for The film takes us into the life of the the issues of attending this Filipino fam- best feature film in the San Diego Asian Mercado family as seen by Ruben, the ily tradition or conceding to another Film Festival. youngest member and the lead charac- invitation by his crush and classmate, a It also won the Audience award ter of the film. blonde caucasian girl, to a keg party. for best feature film at the Hawaii Ruben, portrayed by Dante Basco, Fast forward to the night of the party International Film Festival and a is a gifted artist caught in a conflict where Ruben encounters Rose’s friend "Thumbs Up" rating from movie critic between his father’s dream of having Annabelle (played by newcomer Joy courtesy of 5 cards productions Roger Ebert. a doctor in the family and his dream of Bisco), a damsel in distress hounded by Dante Basco (left) and Bernadette Balagtas pay respect to their grandfather Eddie Garcia (right). Despite placing ads in the Los becoming a famous animator. ex-boyfriend and Ruben’s former child- ates a bitter dispute between Ruben and from family to family). It also intro- into adulthood. Angeles Times and running movie trail- This conflict builds when his mail- hood friend, toughie Augusto (Darion Augusto. duces the family’s patriarch Lolo Carlos The grandfather’s seemingly kind- ers on local television stations, the film’s man father Roland (portrayed by Basco) who would do anything to claim The movie also showcases the efforts (Lolo is Filipino for grandfather.) hearted nature dramatically changes as success has relied heavily on word of Filipino actor Tirso Cruz III) confronts his ex-girlfriend as his trophy. that some Filipino parents go through to Portrayed by Filipino screen legend he encounters his son Roland after many mouth. his son by saying that a ‘cartoon degree’ Romance finds its way as Ruben give their child the perfect debut. Eddie Garcia, the long absent grand- years of separation. Roland’s wife Gina The chemistry between Filipino will lead to nowhere. and Annabelle’s chance meeting brings The tireless food and décor prepara- father arrives from the Philippines to (Filipino actress Gina Alajar) prevents actors and their Filipino-American Ruben is seen as a teenager in search them closer during the night. This cre- tions and dance practices (events vary celebrate his granddaughter’s journey Roland from losing his temper during counterparts shows the diversity of tal-

Superman feels rather small in newest WB television series

nTELEVISION: WB than to fit in and win over his child- mythos into “Dawson’s Creek” or Rosenbaum especially shines when powers will be revealed. In the first special effects used for his powers. hood crush, Lana Lang. “Roswell.” Lex’s good-natured deeds for Clark episode, he finds it unsettling that Some of the computer-generated TV takes a new look But because of his pussycat per- Fortunately, this new show far subtly reveal his potential for wick- he’s invulnerable. In the second show, shots look so shoddy it’s as if they’re sonality and gawky appearance, the exceeds such expectations. edness. Clark briefly discovers that he can using the techniques done almost ten at an old comic book cool kids — including Lana, label “Smallville” features a bright With a soon-to-be-arch villain in float. years ago in the previous Superman Clark a geek. cast of fresh faces, including Tom place, producers merely had to look Unfortunately, even this excellent series, “Lois and Clark: The New favorite in its latest If unrequited love and being unpop- Welling, who, despite being a good- at the source material to find a love Superman show suffers a little from Adventures of Superman.” teen-oriented series ular were not enough, the student looking actor in his 20s, convincingly interest for Clark in Lana, played by its own kryptonite. Despite these few minor flaws, reporter starts to fear what puberty plays Clark as an awkward teen-ager. gorgeous newcomer Kristin Kreuk, To give Clark meaningful chal- “Smallville” is one of the best new By Patrick Vuong has done to him. Not bad for a guy whose recent acting who dates a football captain in the lenges the villains must be enhanced one-hour shows to premiere this sea- Daily Titan Staff Writer While most kids his age worry gig was as Tom the Frat Guy in Fox’s first three episodes. as well, but Smallville isn’t exactly son. about rampant body odor and hair “Undeclared.” The pilot episode is probably one a haven for super-powered rogues, Created by Jerry Siegel and It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it ain’t growth, Clark is frightened by his Like Welling, Michael Rosenbaum’s of the best-written comic adaptations making it difficult to come up with Canadian-born artist Joe Shuster, Superman — that’s for sure. ability to survive a car crash and performance as Lex Luthor is full of for TV ever. logical explanations for their powers. Superman has entertained millions In WB’s latest drama “Smallville,” travel faster than any man or machine nuances. The evil corporate genius has It starts off with a meteor shower Borrowing liberally from Spider- for almost 70 years. Superman doesn’t exist. Only Clark on Earth. always been a fun character, but he’s that tears up Smallville, kills Lana’s Man, the second episode’s villain is Extrapolating on the pair’s cre- Kent does. At first glance, “Smallville” seems even more interesting in “Smallville” parents and leaves Lex balder than a a student who gets super bug abilities ation, the “Smallville” producers will This highly inventive show has the like nothing more than a cash cow because he’s not a clear-cut villain. baseball bat. after being bitten by insects. no doubt do the same for at least a future Man of Steel as a high school — a way for WB to mine for more In fact, after Clark saves his life, The best part about the writing This is not the most imaginative few more years to come. freshman that wants nothing more gold by transplanting the Superman Lex actually sets out to befriend him. is guessing when and how Clark’s plot device, and even worse are the Thursday, November 8, 2001

MARS SAYS... Venus says... By Danny Serpa By Melanie Bysouth Daily Titan Staff Writer Daily Titan Sports Editor C o m m e n t a r y If the rule of three applies to the NFL It’s funny how some planets just fall this Sunday, the Packers could be in a right into place and others just float off lot of trouble. Incredibly, there have only Contraction might into space. been 13 games in the history of the NFL They’re some nice match-ups this that have been decided by an intercep- week in a league that’s beginning to tion in overtime. Amazingly, two of define the more dominant teams. those have come in the last two weeks. be targeting wrong If the Bears beat Green Bay this Remarkably, they have been by the same week, I will consider them a legitimate By Brian Thatcher boost their pitching staff. team. Miraculously, they have been by Special to the Titan Super Bowl contender along with the the same player. They had two Gold Glove award winners this year in Doug Mientkiewicz Raiders and Rams. All three teams After shocking the 49ers with the A franchise that sells off all of their post a 6-1 record coming into this NFL fastest overtime interception in NFL his- and Torii Hunter, and they did this all players in a purge of salaries deserves week’s games. tory, the Chicago Bears repeated the with the lowest payroll in baseball, Week 9 to get contracted from a pro-sports 22.4 million. They’ve been running at I thought I saw the Raiders’ suc- impossible with the Browns, after two league. cess come to a halt on Monday night touchdowns in two minutes led them a modest profit in recent years, were in A team that year in and year out first place most of the past season and when Rich Gannon was hit HARD into overtime and another overtime inter- finishes at the bottom of their division while trying to race into the end zone. Buffalo at New England ception catch by safety Mike Brown. their attendance soared this year. with no signs of improvement deserves The Twins owner, Carl Pohlad, has All I saw was grass chunks sticking We may be in for another adventure to be contracted. out from his helmet that was barely this weekend. made threats over the last few years Carolina at St. Louis A team that can boast no Hall of that he would sell the team if the vot- attached to his body. But the trooper Offering some afternoon entertain- Fame players or World Championships he is, Gannon came right back a few ment, Crazy Turley and the Saints will ers did not approve a new stadium. Cincinnati at Jacksonville in their history deserves to be con- But the voters called his bluff and the plays later, throwing 3 touchdowns for be taking on the 49ers. Though the tracted. 242 yards and a Raider victory. Niners have claimed victory in 70 per- Twins stayed where they are, which is Dallas at Atlanta None of these characteristics fit the in a rent-free stadium, the Metrodome, “ How bout’ them Redskins!” cent of their meetings, New Orleans Minnesota Twins but, along with the Huh? have won the last three, but its not likely built for them by the taxpayers. Green Bay at Chicago Montreal Expos, they are rumored to If the current plans for contraction Actually, the team has won three that they will improve that record to four. be one of two teams being contracted games in a row and their offensive has Evenly matched on defense, it will all go through, more than these two teams Kansas City at NY Jets by Major League Baseball. will be affected. looked quite impressive lately. Stephen come down to offense where Frisco is Commissioner Bud Selig, however, Davis has moved into the league’s top clearly the leader. The 49ers are third The changes would call for Major Miami at Indianapolis did not make public which specific League Baseball to pay the Twins and five in rushing yards. For the last three in the league in offense, second in rush- teams were to be contracted as a result weeks, he has rushed for over three ing and fifth in scoring. And even with Expos $250 million a piece to buyout Pittsburgh at Cleveland of a vote the owners had at a meeting the franchises. The Expos owner, hundred yards. They’re starting to gain a weak offensive line, the Niners have on Tuesday. confidence as they go into their bye allowed only 11 sacks compared to the Jeffrey Loria, a New York art dealer Tampa Bay at Detroit The Expos are an obvious choice. with few ties to Quebec, would then be week. I’ll keep my eye on them when Saints’ 24. They have averaged just 7,648 fans they play Denver in week 10. If Garcia, rated 4th in the league, gets allowed to buy the Florida Marlins. San Diego at Denver per game at Olympic Stadium this The Marlins’ owner, John Henry, I’ll also keep a close eye on Venus, the time he needs to pass the ball, the year and have locally generated rev- so hopefully she won’t catch me. crowd at 3COM should have plenty to whose ownership team was originally Minnesota at Philadelphia enue of about $16 million — 8 percent based out of Newport Beach, could LAST WEEK: 12-2 LAST WEEK: 10-4 of the Yankees’ total of nearly $200 buy out Disney and take over manage- million. No progress has been made YEAR TO DATE: 74-39 New Orleans at San Francisco YEAR TO DATE: 71-42 ment of the Anaheim Angels. towards the building of a new stadi- Both the Expos and Marlins would PICKS FROM MARS PICKS FROM VENUS um to replace the antiquated Olympic then take three major league players 1. Patriots NY Giants at Arizona 1. Patriots Stadium. They have little history, with and five minor league players with 2. Rams Oakland at Seattle 2. Rams no World Series’ championships to them to their new cities. The remain- 3. Jaguars their credit. ing players on the rosters would enter a 3. Bengals But the Twins are a franchise with 4. Cowboys 4. Falcons dispersal draft with all the other major a legacy. league teams taking part. Each team’s 5. Packers 5. Bears They have two world champion- roster would expand from 25 to 27 6. Jets MONDAY NITE FOOTBALL 6. Jets ships, both of which coming in the players to help counteract the loss of 7. Colts 7. Colts last 15 years. They have hall of fame the jobs from the contraction. 8. Steelers Baltimore at Tennessee 8. Browns players like Kirby Puckett and Harmon If contraction were to happen, it 9. Bucaneers 9. Bucaneers Killebrew and Rod Carew. would be a sad day for all sports lovers. 10. Broncos They finished with a record of 85- And if the Twins were one of the teams 10. Chargers 77, the fifth best record in the American 11. Vikings 11. Eagles that were eliminated, being that they League and good enough for second are such a productive team, it would be 12. 49ers 12. 49ers place in the Central Division. When yet another example of how greed has 13. Giants 13. Giants they were in the middle of a pennant corrupted “America’s pastime” into 14. Raiders 14. Raiders race this past year, they improved their nothing more than a money hungry 15. Ravens 15. Titans roster for the stretch run by adding machine. highly coveted pitcher Rick Reed to

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nCOMMENTARY: With the season underway, while some NBA teams are off to a good start, many are already struggling but to make it to the finals its going to take practice, determination and a little luck

By Mark Villarroel “the Matrix” Marion flying through thing lacking is a quality big man Daily Titan Staff Writer San Antonio Spurs the air, I wouldn’t want to miss this in the middle, but that did not stop There is one big question for high-flying act in the regular and them from getting to the Eastern this team, who’s going to handle postseason. Conference final last year. As the 2001-2002 season begins, the rock? With Terry Porter at 38, fans and players alike can’t wait to see and Tony Parker at half that, there Utah Jazz Toronto Raptors how the story will unfold into the play- might trouble in the backcourt come With the pick n’ roll worked to With most of last season’s ros- offs. Yes, the West is tough and com- playoff time. Tim Duncan and David perfection time and time again, the ter returning this season, Vince petitive with the Kings and Mavericks Robinson stay together, thanks to the only factor that might inhibit this Carter ties his jumping boots just a improving with every stroke. Toronto Admiral’s new contract, and the addi- legendary duo is time itself. Stockton bit tighter. By picking up Hakeem and Milwaukee will make it interest- tion of Steve Smith may help consid- and Malone are nearing the end of “Once upon a Dream” Olajuwon, and ing for Philly in the East, but if Kobe erably, but is it enough? their ride, but unfortunately a ring is resigning Antonio Davis for seven and Shaq manage to play together and out of the question. more years, there is definite front stay healthy, there shouldn’t be much Dallas Mavericks security for this team. The only thing drama in the future. There is an emerging duo in Portland Trailblazers this team has to do is contribute when happy nappy Steve Nash and Dirk All that talent, all that trouble. it counts and “Air Canada” should Pacific Conference Nowitzki. If these guys keep it up, With jaw dropping talent bottled in take them to the promise land. there’s no telling where they can end a can of rage, Rasheed Wallace has Los Angeles Lakers up. Along with Michael Finley’s to stop crying before his team can Orlando Magic These guys are talking Dynasty, 7-year contract renewal and Juwan get anywhere. With stars falling off Now that Grant Hill and Tracy but unlike the TV series, the drama Howard’s solid inside play on the the bench due to lack of room, new McGrady are reunited after a year of won’t get in the way of anything. If block, they are going to be a tough Coach Maurice Cheeks will have his waiting and healing, their Rookie of Kobe and Shaq won a pair of cham- opponent to take out in the first hands full, maybe too full. the Year Mike Miller is sidelined with pionships without being on the same round. a foot ailment. Injuries killed this page, imagine what can happen if Eastern Conference team last year, so health is a must. So they decide to write a book or even Minnesota Timberwolves are patience and time. a chapter together. Other teams will These guys are off to a great start, Philadelphia 76ers try to surpass them for years to come. but how long will the pack last? These guys will do anything to Washington Wizards With the addition of sharp shooters There is just not enough talent around get a ring on their finger, even Allen Jordan’s extended career plan is Richmond and Hunter, there seems to Kevin Garnett to make a serious push Iverson tried to be a rapper. With this, make the playoffs this year and be no reason why the purple and gold for a ring. With Terrell Brandon’s Aaron McKie shooting the ball with take the championship in the next. won’t be holding the gold at the end amazing shooting display in the play- a trigger, and Coach Larry Brown That’s just too bad this is not the 98’ associated press of the playoffs. offs last year, I have a feeling they’re thinking bigger, will the Sixers beat Bulls. With a budding and talented Kobe Bryant and the Lakers are ready to go for a three-peat. going to be counting on him to pro- the Lakers in the championship or supporting cast that is still growing star level to keep this team compet- times play well, but that seems to Sacramento Kings duce as he did. will they just linger? and maturing, these youngsters may ing in the post season. be the problem. Was it the $123 million or the not be able to give his “Airness” his fact that this is one exciting team to Phoenix Suns Milwaukee Bucks ninth ring. New York Knick Indiana Pacers play for? Whatever the case, Chris This might be the perfect match This cast almost three-pointed Miami Heat Now that Allan Houston has 100 Reggie Miller can’t stay around Webber has made the right decision. for one of the league’s most dynamic their way into the finals last season. The flame is burning out for this million reasons to smile, hopefully any longer and Jalen Rose needs to With Mike Bibby pushing the ball players. With Stephon Marbury’s With Ray Allen and Glen “Big team. With Tim Hardaway jumping he can now become a true star. take the throne and become a star. on breaks and Jason Williams leav- lights-out shooting in Jersey, the Dog” Robinson leading the scoring ship towards the West and Pat Riley Latrell Sprewell has to play as con- Jermaine O’ Neal is an emerging ing and heaving 3’s in Memphis, this Wild-Wild West is a place where barrage, and Sam Cassel running coming to the end of his coaching sistent as ever since he and Allan all-star but the Pacers don’t have team seems to have what it takes to he and his game can thrive. With the show, this team is as talented as career, it is up to Eddie Jones and are the two only offensive threats enough to be more than a part-time get far in the playoffs. Penny Hardaway healthy and Shawn they are exciting to watch. The only Alonzo Mourning to play at an all- on the team. Marcus Camby can at postseason participant.

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