Arts

Film festival keeps indie spirit alive

Question: What do George Lucas, Brian DePalma, Andy Warhol, Yoko Ono and the guy who created the California Raisins have in common? Answer: They all submitted work to the Ann Arbor Film Festival as budding artists before becoming the colossal stars they are now.

Notorious B.I.G. murder investigation continues

LOS ANGELES - Despite concerns witnesses would be too fearful to come forward, police investigators said Monday that a number of people have provided valuable information about the gunman who killed rap star Notorious B.I.G. "Things are moving along," said Los Angeles Police Department spokesman Mike Partain. "They haven't had a problem talking to the people they're getting a hold of. The witnesses have been very cooperative."

Ruff to bring bark, book to Borders

By now, many have probably seen the book in Borders - a hardcover with surreal cover art on a book jacket in fluorescent pink and yellow. Many have probably wondered what it is. And those who have read the book may still be wondering. Even author Matt Ruff acknowledges that his latest novel, "Sewer, Gas and Electric," is not easy to define.

Syrupy formula keeps 'Sons' from shining

Welcome to Chicago - "Chicago Sons," that is. "Sons" is yet another family show, with a twist. Instead of portraying an entire family (like "Roseanne" and "Home Improvement"), it follows three brothers living in an apartment overlooking Chicago's Wrigley Field.

03-12-97

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