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DAILY TITAN WEEK OF Effect AUG. 30 - Sept. 6, 2004

EGADS! The CSUF Fall Theater preview is here!

Also in this issue: The Exorcist prequel makes heads turn, Pulley provides in San Pedro, international meals and Internet cafes What’S Inside Contents 3) MUSIC - AsI Productions Underminded, Rise Against, and an Presents: interview with Minus the Bear *every Mon.-Karaoke in the tsu pub at noon

4) FILM - Exorcist: *every Tues.-open mic acoustic acts The Beginning and Without a Paddle in the tsu pub at noon

5) PERFORMANCE - *wed. sept. 1-peanut butter wolf at

Pulley and the CSUF becker amphitheater at noon Fall Theater Preview

*thurs. Sept. 2-Minus the bear in the tsu pub at 6) FOOD - Chipotle and Plush Design Lab noon, eternal sunshine of the

spotless mind screening in the tsu 7) PITSTOP - Comics, trivia and more theater at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.

On the cover: Sarah Orr, Kristen CRYSTAL LAFATA/Daily Titan Zajac and Jason Buuck starred in Scott Radinsky, vocalist of the “Hotel Paradiso,” a CSUF produc- All events are free! band Pulley, gives it his all at a San tion from spring 2004. Check out Pedro show Aug. 20. Read the full the fall 2004 theater preview on Associated Students, Inc. Productions: 714-278-3501 review on Page 5. Page 5. (Courtesy of Jim Volz) FULL EFFECT TOP TEN VIDEO, DVD for August 28, 2004 Rentals 1. 13 Going on 30 (PG-13) Jennifer Garner (Columbia FULL EFFECT EDITOR TriStar) MELISSA BOBBITT 2. Hellboy (PG-13) Ron Perlman (Columbia TriStar) 3. Whole Ten Yards (R) Bruce Willis (Warner) EXECUTIVE EDITOR 4. Hidalgo (PG-13) Viggo Mortensen (Touchstone) MARTI LONGWORTH 5. Starsky & Hutch (PG-13) Ben Stiller (Warner) 6. Butterfly Effect (R) Ashton Kutcher (New Line) ADVERTISING SALES DIRECTOR 7. Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen (PG) Lindsay KEVIN COOK Lohan (Walt Disney) 8. The Big Bounce (PG-13) Owen Wilson (Warner Reprise) FULL EFFECT SALES MANAGER 9. Secret Window (PG-13) Johnny Depp (Columbia TrI- ERIK ALDEN Star) PRODUCTION 10. Cold Mountain (R) Nicole Kidman (Miramax) MELISSA BOBBITT, ERIK ALDEN, KEVIN COOK Sales ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES 1. 13 Going on 30 -- Special Edition (PG-13) (Columbia KIMBERLY ORR, ISIDORE GREGORIO, TriStar) CAN SENGEZER, JESSICA LEVENTHAL, 2. Hidalgo -- Pan & Scan (PG-13) (Touchstone) 3. Hidalgo -- Widescreen (PG-13) (Touchstone) COURTNEY MUES, BRENDEN SPARKS 4. Hellboy -- Special Edition (PG-13) (Columbia TriStar) The Daily Titan 714.278.3373 5. Princess Diaries -- Special Edition (G) (Walt Disney) Full Effect Editorial 714.278.5426 [email protected] 6. Bratz: Starrinʼ & Stylinʼ (NR) (FoxVideo) Editoral Fax 714.278.4473 7. Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen (PG) (Walt Full Effect Advertising 714.278.2558 [email protected] Disney) Advertising Fax 714.278.2702 8. Blue Collar Comedy Tour (PG-13) (Warner) Full Effect , a student publication, is a supplemental insert for the Cal State Fullerton Daily Titan. It 9. Starsky & Hutch -- Pan & Scan (PG-13) (Warner) is printed every Thursday. The Daily Titan operates independently of Associated Students, College of Communications, CSUF administration and the CSU system. The Daily Titan has functioned 10. Starsky & Hutch -- Widescreen (PG-13) (Warner) as a public forum since inception. Unless implied by the advertising party or otherwise stated, advertising in the Daily Titan is inserted by commercial activities or ventures identified in the ad- vertisements themselves and not by the university. Such printing is not to be construed as written King Features Syndicate or implied sponsorship, endorsement or investigation of such commercial enterprises. Copyright ©2004 Daily Titan

2 FULL EFFECT Daily Titan Week of Aug. 30 - Sept. 6, 2004 M u s i c San Diego metalheads serve up some fury By CRYSTAL LAFATA (Velvet Revolver, Limp Bizkit), Lamb of God or Atreyu, bust- Daily Titan Staff their full-length debut album, ing the fastest drum parts and Hail Unamerican, hits stores on loudest vocals outside of South Ozzfest lovers, look out for this Sept. 7. America. The title track, “Hail one. This album is packed full of Unamerican,” is undoubtedly the has re- rhythmic guitar lines and raspy, best song on the album. How- vamped its catalog with the hard- throat-hurting screams. Not to ever, all the tracks will blow you est band theyʼve signed to date: mention the hard-hitting drum so- away and cast a shadow of anger Underminded. los and double bass of their drum- over you, bringing out the same They formed in San Diego four mer, Joe Mullen. The fastest drum aggression Martin screams into years ago when their metal-based rolls are found on “Bring On the your eardrums about politics and hardcore style was unpopular Flood.” everyday life. at the time in their town. They The guitarist also shows his tal- soon went on tour and received ents for melodic punk anthems in Those who are interested in real rave reviews. Shortly after, they “Burn the Metropolis.” This one Courtesy of Kung Fu Records hardcore music can see Under- recorded a self-released EP, The shows Nick Martin can sing real The raucous sounds of Rise Against come through with full force on minded play with on Task Of the Modern Educator. music when he wants to. their debut release, Hail Unamerican. Fans of other hardcore bands such Sept. 11 at the House Of Blues in Produced by Sergio Chavez The band rocks as hard as as Lamb of God and Atreyu will dig their style. Anaheim. New Rise Against rocks politically The band’s latest and lyrically talented beyond their Culture blends the best of the first intelligent than before. Songs such years. Rise Against quickly be- two albums together, creating a as “Paper Wings” and “Rumors of album proves that came one of the most talked about harder, more polished album that My Demise Have Been Greatly passion in music bands in the punk community. is sure to please fans. Exaggerated,” clearly showcase When their second album “Revo- The first song of the 12 tracks the passion the band has for their stays strong after lutions Per Minute” was released, is possibly the hardest and fast- music. fans were blown away again. The est song in the albumʼs entirety. In the midst of so many politi- switch to major label band had clearly grown with their Obviously, Rise Against wanted cal bands whose music focuses By KYM PARSONS music by perfecting its unique to prove to fans and skeptics that on bashing the government and Daily Titan Staff hardcore/melodic style, sustaining their credibility wasnʼt going to the state of the world today, Rise its legitimacy as a band. be lost because of the move to a Against takes the route less fol- When Rise Against emerged But when Rise Against an- major label. Just by listening to lowed by offering something posi- from the Chicago hardcore scene nounced its decision to leave Fat the first couple tracks off the new tive through negativity. They are with its debut album “The Unrav- Wreck Chords for major label album, itʼs safe to say nothingʼs a pro-active band that offers solu- eling” in 2001, it was as though Geffen, some were quick to write been lost. tions rather than harping on what they had been together for years. them off as sell-outs, while others What makes Rise Against such is bad. This is what makes the And while bands such as Bad Re- remained skeptical, hoping they an engaging band is the power and band so refreshing to listen to. ligion and Minor Threat were big wouldnʼt be let down. In one of energy that singer Tim McIlrath influences, their originality was a the most anticipated releases of pours into each song. In the most Rise Against will be on tour breath of fresh air. the summer, the bandʼs newest politically charged album of the with Bad Religion this fall to pro- They seemed both musically album Siren Song of the Counter bandʼs career, the lyrics are more mote their new album. A moment with Minus the Bear By MELISSA BOBBITT “Monkey!!! Knife!!! Fight!!” and ment? Daily Titan Entertainment Editor nicknames like [guitarist Dave JS: A lot of Shudder to Think, Knudsonʼs] Funzo, are you guys some DʼAngelo and Sade, Bro- Seattle buzz band Minus the big fans of “The Simpsons”? ken Social Scene...a group called Bear will perform at the TSU JS: Yeah, I guess so. [He la- the Books. Pub Sept. 2 at noon. ments that for its time, the show Formed three years ago from was revolutionary but it hasnʼt MB: What does college radio the fragments of other estab- been as funny for years.] and playing at college campuses lished Northwestern bands, the mean to you? rock outfit fuses keyboards with MB: Other influences on your JS: We like it; we think that jangly guitars and humor. music? demographic is pretty much our I spoke via telephone with JS: Basically anything. Per- demographic in general. We try singer/guitarist Jake “Batman” sonally, I get inspiration from to play all ages shows as much as Snider about making music and rap music...The Police, Led Zep- possible. The college shows basi- monkey knife fights. pelin. cally give you potentially a lot of fans quickly. MB: With song titles like MB: Favorite bands at the mo- Their six-song EP is out now. Courtesy of www.minusthebear.com

Daily Titan Week of Aug. 30 - Sept. 6, 2004 FULL EFFECT 3 f i l m New ‘Exorcist’: horrible, not horrific By NIYAZ PIRANI his struggle with religion and re- Daily Titan Staff ality, Merrin tries to overcome Lucifer by slowly regaining faith If “Exorcist: The Beginning” to become a man of the cloth once is a new chapter of evil, it seems again. as if a lot was taken from previous The loosely-linked plot makes chapters. the film difficult to get through The movie uses the same influ- and “Exorcist: The Beginning” ences as “The Exorcist,” but the has nothing new to offer in terms images of upside-down crucified of special effects. people and voodoo rituals are The technologically advanced evidence that the filmmakers tried prequel is no match for Linda too hard to make this one as great Blairʼs spider walk or 360-degree as the 1973 original. head spin. Hired to find a lost artifact of Variances in the story, such as the spiritual world, Lancaster “The Exorcist” starting in Iraq Merrin (Stellan Skarsgard), a for- where the artifact is found and mer priest turned archaeologist, “Exorcist: The Beginning” end- travels to the mountains near Nai- ing in Africa where the artifact robi, Kenya to search through a is lost show that the film was not recently discovered underground well-planned. church. Blood and gore are full-throttle As he delves deeper into the and the Satanism is on overhaul as realm of demonic rituals, Mer- the film tries to be scary, but only rin develops a relationship with delivers a few nail-biting mo- Sarah (Isabella Scorupco). Merrin ments. begins to unravel the secrets of For a real horror experience it the church until the natives fight would be better (and cheaper) to to stop him. rent “The Exorcist.”

Merrin discovers that Lucifer If “Exorcist: The Beginning” Knight Ridder Tribune has an influence on the village has proven anything, itʼs that and he is the only person able to nothing is scarier than a prequel Stellan Skarsgard stars in Morgan Creek Productions’ prequel to “The Exorcist,” “Exorcist: The Beginning,” fight against the devil. Through done wrong. distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Seth Green and a goofy gang go camping By ANNA LOUSTAUNAU their dead friend but ending up as For the Daily Titan one last carefree adventure they want to share together. For Seth Green, Matthew Lil- And they certainly do come lard and newcomer Dax Shepard, face to face with wild adven- a trip in the woods is the ultimate tures: scary bears, stoned dogs, disaster that ends up changing wild mountain men, beautiful and their lives in ways they could naked earth-loving women and have never imagined in the new many more disasters. big screen comedy “Without a “Without a Paddle” is packed Paddle.” full of hilariously crude jokes and The story begins as the too- laugh-out-loud moments. Green cautious-for-his-own-good doctor shines as the phobic little guy who Dan (Green), the corporate com- just canʼt get a break throughout mitment-fearing Jerry (Lillard) the movie. and the wild child who never Lillard takes on a more seri- grew up Tom (Shepard) reunite at ous role than his previous Shaggy age 30 for a friendʼs funeral and part, revealing to the audience his rediscover their childhood dream surprisingly deep spiritual side of finding the treasure of D.B. and awesome surfing skills. Cooper. Shepard is uproariously funny (Cooper became infamous after as the guy who appears to be Knight Ridder Tribune disappearing into the Washington clueless but is secretly very intel- Seth Green and Rachel Blanchard star in Paramount Pictures’ “Without A Paddle.” state woods with $200,000 after a ligent. parachute escape in 1971.) “Without a Paddle” is great Reynoldsʼ role as a goofy moun- One of the funniest movies of ship and growing up. The theme The three friends vow to go for people of all ages. Adults will tain man. Teenagers will appre- the summer, “Without a Paddle” that itʼs okay to laugh at yourself into the woods to find the trea- reminisce about the old Beach ciate the dirty jokes and Greenʼs is an awesome camping flick makes this sweet story irresistible sure, starting off as a tribute to Boysʼ songs and chuckle at Burt frequent weird food encounters. that teaches the value of friend- to audiences.

4 FULL EFFECT Daily Titan Week of Aug. 30 - Sept. 6, 2004 Performance Pulley pulls off energetic set at small venue Veteran band excites down in a chair the whole time. into it, which is uncommon for They received mild and polite most punk bassists. What stood fans with a special applause but were not received out about PKG was their drum- guest drummer and well. mer. The second band, Dive Bar Sitting in for Tony Palermo was hard rocking riffs Junkies, came out with their posse Dave Raim, the drummer for Lag- By CRYSTAL LAFATA in full force. Their fans, which wagon/Me First and the Gimmie Daily Titan Staff they lovingly call “junkies,” came Gimmies. He had a nice, relaxed out from the woodwork and up flow to his hard-hitting, precise to the front of the room to holler drumming style. He learned all Itʼs not often that punk fans their favorite songs. the songs in just a few practice go to San Pedro to see a great DBJ has a style that can be de- sessions and was able to pull off show. In fact, there are only two scribed as intricately assembled one of the best Pulley shows Iʼve venues in the whole city. One, La punk and hardcore with a splash seen. Zona Rosa #2 (formerly the Wa- of something uniquely different. After getting tossed around the ters Club) holds its own against Complex guitar sounds and the pit for a while, I moved onstage many Hollywood clubs because thumping bass jams (performed to take pictures and to avoid being of the legendary acts that have by a woman named P-Nut) got the killed in the massive and violent performed there. Sublime, Agent heart pumping. pit. The stage wasnʼt much safer Orange and even Gwar have Front man Mike Fear added to with tables and beer bottles flying graced its stage. the act by mixing in funny facial everywhere. Aug. 20 was no different. More emotions and mild acrobatics. Unfortunately, most of the than 200 fans of all ages packed They were by far the liveliest mu- youthful crowd left before Pul- the venueʼs tables, bar and dance sicians at the club. leyʼs late night performance, leav- floor for the long-awaited return At all-ages shows you see all ing a small yet energized audience of Epitaph Recordsʼ own Pulley. sorts of things, but seeing a young for the band. As the fans trickled in, Kido boy ask for the drummerʼs sticks They ended with their popular Monet began their painfully short is truly heartwarming, especially song “Cashinʼ In” as an echo of set. Their ambient mix of mu- when the band is relatively un- voices repeated every word. CRYSTAL LAFATA/Daily Titan sical ballads and hard rocking known like DBJ. This was definitely a show that jams with throaty screams hardly After a long break, South Bay made you feel like you were in Bassist Tyler Rebbe shreds and sings along during Pulley’s lively set at amused the crowd. veterans Poor Kids On Glue high school again, except now San Pedro’s La Zona Rosa #2 Aug. 20. Fans had to dodge flying glass Even the lead singer/guitar- (PKG) hit the stage. They had so you could buy a $5 beer from the bottles and a violent pit but the show incited enthused sing-alongs and ist looked bored and lazy, sitting much energy, even the bassist got bar. memories of growing up on punk rock. CSUF unveils its fall theater and dance season By BRITTANY KUHN This semester, the nationally Matt Capurro, junior musical department yet unknown to most Daily Titan Staff high-ranking Theatre and Dance theater major, auditioned for this students. SCHEDULED Department proudly presents five semesterʼs shows and also said The exciting part about the When walking down the halls theater productions, offering stu- students will be able to relate to dance program is that it is all EVENTS of Cal State Fullerton, itʼs not dents a variety of entertainment this fallʼs theater selection. original work, said Gladys Kares, customary for students to hear the options ranging from dark drama “This season there is a nice dancer, choreographer and dance melody of voices piercing through to lighthearted comedy, all within mix of shows,” Capurro said. “Itʼs professor. BOOK OF DAYS the corridors and echoing off the an affordable price range. a great way for people to experi- Jim Volz, national theater con- Oct. 1-24, 2004 walls. In the Performing Arts Cen- Jim Taulli, director of this ence what they may not be able to sultant and CSUF professor said Arena Theatre ter, however, thatʼs normal. seasonʼs “Pippin,” said the pro- experience in their own lives.” he agrees. A student who is unfamiliar ductions will be great for a date, Graduate student and director “The best-kept secret at Cal PIPPIN with the eccentric qualities of dra- will not be too long and will be of “The Winterʼs Tale,” Stephanie State Fullerton is the Fall Dance Oct. 22-31, 2004 ma students would be surprised to comparable to most professional Routman said that creating ap- Theater,” Volz said. “Once people Little Theatre discover that the source of singing theaters. You may pay $10 to see proachable stories for CSUF stu- discover it, itʼs their favorite thing in the building is not usually com- a movie now. You can see live dents is the primary intention of to do on campus. THE FAMILY OF MANN ing from a choir class, but from actors on stage and see it for the directors this season. Volz said this semester there are Nov. 5-21, 2004 girls belting out tunes in the locker same amount of money. “We in the department produce all kinds of theater opportunities Arena Theatre room and guys rehearsing lines on Taulli encourages students who for the audience,” Routman said. for students. the way to class. Whatʼs the cause are not familiar with theater to at- “As a member of the audience, “The thrill of this season is itʼs FALL DANCE THEATER for this display of energy and ex- tend, particularly because this sea- you canʼt help but get involved. fresh, itʼs poignant, itʼs colorful,” Nov. 11-14, 2004 citement? son offers entertainment that stu- Itʼs a mixture of great acting with he said. “Right after baseball, next Little Theatre Auditions for this semesterʼs dents of all majors can relate to. a fantastic visual environment.” in line in terms of CSUFʼs best theater and dance productions are “I think weʼre all looking for a Beyond theatrical entertain- nationally ranked program is the THE WINTER’S TALE over. place in life, especially in college,” ment this year, CSUFʼs Theatre theater and dance program.” Dec. 3-12, 2004 Get ready, Cal State Fullerton, he said. “Pippin is a [studentʼs] and Dance Department is also Visit the departmentʼs Website Recital Hall the fall theater season is on its age. He walks out of college and presenting Fall Dance Theater, www.fullerton.edu/arts/events for way. is still lost.” which is highly acclaimed by the more information.

Daily Titan Week of Aug. 30 - Sept. 6, 2004 FULL EFFECT 5 Food Chipotle sizzles southwest style Plush provides By ANNA LOUSTAUNAU For the Daily Titan off-campus Imagine huge burritos piled with grilled meat, tons of cheese, cilantro-lime rice, fresh beans, sa- escape, Internet vory sour cream and guacamole topped with various salsas. Chic atmosphere, sandwiches, salads, cookies and Imagine gourmet food that peo- soups. But donʼt go there for the ple can eat with their hands for performing bands food. The beverages are the only under $6 per meal. things worthwhile. If you must Imagine a beautifully modern- and pleasing drinks have a snack, I suggest something sculptured, quick restaurant with make the Design simple like the soups or the pas- upbeat music, lots of air-condi- tries. The downtown area has lots tioning and cute dining tables. Lab and Cafe a hot of other great restaurants to eat at Does this type of scenario exist before or after having coffee or anymore in Southern California? spot for students dessert at the cafe. Is it possible to find gourmet Mex- For those of you who canʼt ican food at an affordable price at By CRYSTAL LAFATA stand the buzz of caffeine, they a nearby location? Daily Titan Staff have a variety of beer and wine Indeed it is very possible with that can help you unwind. the grand opening of the Chipotle ERIC TOM/Daily Titan This art deco style lounge is They also have events like art restaurant at the Village in Orange Chipotle Mexican Grill in Orange, next to the The Village mall, offers one of the most relaxing places to (formerly known as the Mall of a simple choice of ingredients in an assembly line so you can pick the get a cup of joe in Fullerton. The shows and open mic nights. A Orange) on Tustin Avenue. ingredients you want. atmosphere is the best element of conference room can also be re- Founded in 1993 by Steve Elis, the Plush Design Lab and Cafe. served. Chipotleʼs popularity has spread There is also the opportunity work. The service is both friendly Just ask the editors of the AOL Students who canʼt get away all across the country. With over to try new dishes like the burrito and fast, especially for take-out City Guide 2004 who voted the from the computer can still enjoy five locations in Orange County, bowl (a burrito or fajita in a bowl orders. cafe the best coffeehouse in Or- some live music and coffee with- the newest branch in Orange is 10 without the tortilla) and the ever- Students will appreciate the dis- ange County. out leaving the comfort of the minutes from Cal State Fullerton. famous fajita burrito (sautéed pep- counts on beverages and may also It looks like the inside of the screen. The cafe provides Inter- While Chipotle focuses mainly pers and onions replace the beans want to check out the specialty Milkbar from the Stanley Ku- net access for 10 cents a minute, on delicious burritos and tacos, in the original). beers and margaritas that Chipotle brick cult classic “A Clockwork design software and many other their ingredients list is endless: Chipotle is not only known for offers daily. Orange.” Everything inside is office and study needs. There are four kinds of meats (and vegetari- their mouthwatering food but also People who are not afraid to get red, orange, white or black and magazines and newspapers for an too), four different salsas (mild for their reasonable prices, rang- messy with their food and want to reminiscent of an IKEA catalog sale as well. 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6 FULL EFFECT Daily Titan Week of Aug. 30 - Sept. 6, 2004 Pitstop OFF THE TOP OF MY HEAD been given to me over the years. Amidst every comment there was By ERIK ALDEN one recurring idea: what you learn Daily Titan Staff in college is not necessarily what you are taught in the classroom. Donʼt get me wrong; going to There is no need to hurry class is essential to getting through through school; even after almost college, but if all you do is simply six years here I still find I have show up to class, you would prob- many lessons to learn. Neverthe- ably get a C. But I can guarantee less, over these years I have had in 10 years when you look back several people affect my life. you will feel as though your time Friends like Brian Haney taught here was wasted. The best func- me that there is a balance between tion that college provides is an en- doing what you have to do and do- vironment that allows us to make ing what you want to do; whereas real world mistakes, without fear Brandon Parris always told me, “If of total ruin. you want to party longer, you need Accordingly, the single most to start earlier.” important thing you can do in col- I was able to mentor a few and lege is to simply get involved. On- in turn watch guys like Wil Smith campus clubs and organizations take that guidance and mentor oth- impart training in leadership, pub- ers. On the other hand, there are lic speaking, and skills for getting professors who were my mentors, through school. Even running a such as Dr. Burgtorf who taught fraternity is similar to running a me there are always second chanc- business; there are bills to be paid, es. Professor Sage taught me that it workers to organize and conflicts is not what you did yesterday but to surmount. what you do today that matters. Moreover, those people you as- Last week I dispensed several sociate with will be your guides tidbits of advice that I had picked through school and partners in up from my own personal experi- life. But most importantly, they ences, as well as advice that had are places that allow you to make those mistakes that you will learn from the most. Additionally, you will be ex- posed to the best parties, life- long friendships and the greatest memories ever. Remember, in life it is not the destination that is im- portant; it is the journey that will mean the most. The point is to remember that college is the time when you mature into the person that you will be the rest of your life. Get- ting through is a struggle but how you deal with the struggle is what makes you who you are.

Erik Alden is a CSUF senior majoring in psychology. His col- umn appears every Thursday in Full Effect. He can be reached at [email protected].

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