The List

A weekly guide to who's where, what's happening and why you need to be there ...

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Blair Witch 2: Book of Shadows The success of the first "Blair Witch" movie destroyed my faith in the moviegoing public. Scary as hell? No, not unless you consider Heather running around with a camera yelling for 90 minutes scary. Try stupid as hell. A sequel to this is about as needed as a follow-up to "Citizen Kane." At Quality 16: 11 (Sat. & Sun.), 12:05, 1, 2, 2:50, 3:50, 4:45, 5:40, 6:45, 7:30, 9, 9:30, 11 (Sat. & Sun.), 11:30 (Sat. & Sun.). At Showcase: 12, 1, 1:30, 3, 3:30, 4:15, 5:10, 5:40, 7:15, 7:45, 8:30, 9:15, 9:45, 10:15, 11:15 (Fri. & Sat.), 11:45 (Fri. & Sat.), 12:15 (Fri. & Sat.).

Little Vampire Did you know dogs and bees can smell fear? Did you know that only 3 percent of all child actors go on to have successful careers as adults? Sorry kid, but unless they fire up "Jerry Maguire" again you're on the outside looking in. At Quality 16: 11:15 (Sat. & Sun.), 1:10, 3:10, 5:10, 7:05, 8:55, 10:45 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 12:20, 2:30, 4:35, 6:45, 9, 11:10 (Fri. & Sat.).

Lucky Numbers Hey John, what's this you say about a "Battlefield Earth" sequel? QT would like it? Make it. I dare you. At Quality 16: 12:30, 1, 2:45, 3:15, 5, 5:30, 7:15, 7:45, 9:30, 10, 11:30 (Fri. & Sat.), 12 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 12:05, 12:35, 2:25, 2:55, 4:45, 5:15, 7:05, 7:35, 9:25, 9:55, 11:50 (Fri. & Sat.), 12:20 (Fri. & Sat.).

Two Family House Sounds like it could make for some interesting mornings. At State: 2 (Sat. & Sun.), 5 (Sat. & Sun.), 7:15, 9:30.

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Almost Famous Cameron Crowe's latest has shot life back into the arm of the band Stillwater, who have scheduled a New Year's concert at Madison Square Garden. Word has it that Trey is going to jam with them, but no promises. At Quality 16: 4:40. At State: 1:30 (Sat. & Sun.), 4:30 (Sat. & Sun.), 7, 9:15 (not Sun.), 11:30 (Fri. & Sat.). B+

Bamboozled Huah, that's some sweet box office you threw down last weekend, Spike. What's that, you want to do an interview now to promote your movie ... sorry dude, we've moved on to bigger and better things. But we still like your movie, although not quite as much as when it was called "The Producers." Gotcha Lee, copying isn't cool. At Showcase: 12:55, 3:40, 6:35, 9:20, 12:05 (Fri. & Sat.). B

Bedazzled Come see Elizabeth Hurley's last performance before she gets blacklisted by the Screen Actor's Guild. At Showcase: 12:45, 2:50, 5:20, 7:25, 9:35, 11:40 (Fri. & Sat.).

Best in Show "Crazy," says Ben Fong-Torres. At Quality 16: 11:50, 2:10, 4:20, 6:40, 9:05, 11:15 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 12:15, 2:15, 4:20, 6:30, 8:30, 12:40 (Fri. & Sat.). A-

The Contender Shark-steak sandwiches, get them while they're fresh. At Quality 16: 11:30, 2:05, 4:40, 7:20, 9:55. At Showcase: 1:15, 4:10, 6:55, 9:35, 1210 (Fri. & Sat.). A-

Dr. T and the Women Come find out what Dr. T likes, besides gerbils that is. All kidding aside, this movie actually has a live birth in it which falls into the category of a little more than we need to see, Robert Altman. At Quality 16: 11:45, 2:10, 7:10, 9:45, 12 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 12:30, 6:10. F

The Exorcist Since we're getting in the habit of re-releasing everything and the kitchen sink, Hollywood, may I put in a request for touched up version of "The Apartment," no extra footage needed. At Quality 16: 1:50, 6:40, 9:25, 11:55 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 1:45, 10:20. A-

The Ladies Man Julianne what in the name of God are you doing in this shit sandwich. Doing the skit on "Saturday Night Live" is one thing, appearing in the movie is quite another. Stop by Daily Arts if you need someone to talk some sense into you. And as long as you're coming bring P.T. and J.C.F.R. and Pookie. We won't feed him cookies. Honest. At Quality 16: 12:45, 3, 5:05, 7:10, 9:20, 11:05 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 1:35, 3:35, 5:45, 8:15, 10:20, 12:20 (Fri. & Sat.). F

Legend of Drunken Master Legend has it that Jackie Chan was in some good movies before he came to the U.S., but we've seen nothing to indicate any talent on his part since he's landed on American soil. At Quality 16: 12:35, 2:55, 5:15, 7:25, 9:45, 11:40 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 12:25, 2:35, 5:05, 7:40, 10:05, 12:30 (Fri. & Sat.).

Lost Souls A movie named for those foolish enough to see it. At Quality 16: 11:55, 1:55, 3:55, 6:35, 9:25, 11:35 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 12:40, 3:15, 5:35, 7:55, 10:25, 12:35 (Fri. & Sat.). D

Meet The Parents I say this with the utmost sincerity and respect for the craft of acting - this is Robert De Niro's best acting performance since "Taxi Driver." And this is Ben Stiller's best work since "The Cable Guy." The only question left to be settled is how they will divvy up the goods come Oscar night. At Quality 16: 12, 2:30, 5, 7:20, 9:40, 11:50 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 12:15, 2:40, 3:10, 5, 5:30, 7:20, 7:50, 9:40, 10:10, 11:55 (Fri. & Sat.), 12:25 (Fri. & Sat.). B-

Pay it Forward Come watch Haley Joel Osment run around for two hours yelling "Pay it forward!" Dude, chill out - you already got your Oscar nomination. At Quality 16: 11:05 (Sat. & Sun.), 11:45, 1:40, 2:15, 4:15, 4:50, 7, 7:35, 9:50, 10. At Showcase: 12:20, 12:50, 1:20, 2:45, 4, 4:30, 5:25, 7, 7:30, 8, 9:30, 10, 10:30, 12 (Fri. & Sat.), 12:30 (Fri. & Sat.). B

Remember the Titans When it comes time to pick your Super Bowl team from the AFC. At Quality 16: 12:10, 2:25, 4:35, 6:55, 9:10, 11:10 (Fri. & Sat.). At Showcase: 1:10, 3:45, 6:40, 9:10, 11:35 (Fri. & Sat.). C+

Winding Roads Independent fare at the Q16. At Quality 16: 12, 4:30.

The Yards Come see his Dirkness in all his glory. At Showcase: 12:10, 2:20, 4:50, 7:10, 9:50, 12:10 (Fri. & Sat.).

Thursday

CAMPUS CINEMA

Dancer in the Dark (2000) Even if we're just dancing, even if we're just dancing with the camera. Michigan Theater. 7 & 9:50 p.m. $5.50.

MUSIC

Henry Rollins Spoken Word Hardcore Rocker spouts his spoken word. Michigan Theater. 7:30 p.m. $14-$16. 668-8463.

Bela Fleck and Sandip Burman Indian tabla player Burman jams with bluegrass banjo legend Fleck. The Ark, 316 S. Main St. 7:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. $20. 761-1451.

Mísia Melancholy American blues-esque fare from Portuguese fado singer. Power Center. 8 p.m. $14-$28. 763-3333.

ALTERNATIVES

Arthur Miller Symposium Celebrated University alum speaks via satellite, starting off the three-day symposium in honor of his 85th birthday. Rackhamn Auditorium. 2 p.m. Free. 615-6744.

Lisel Mueller Pulitzer prize-winning author reads in this installment of the Visiting Writers Series. Pendleton Room, Union. 5 p.m. Free. 647-6471.

Robert B. Parker Author reads from his latest, "Perish Twice." Borders Books & Music. 7 p.m. Free. 668-7652.

Richard Howard Author reads from his translation of "Charterhouse of Parma." Shaman Drum Bookshop. 8 p.m. Free. 662-7407.

Arthur Miller at Work American playwright and University alumnus Arthur Miller's work is presented in a group of photographs by wife Inge Morath. Works on Paper Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

The Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii: Ancient Ritual, Modern Muse This exhibit looks at ruins in a private residence in Pompeii. West Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Seeing is Healing? The Visual Arts of Medicine This exhibit mixes visual knowledge in art and science of medicine using tools such as anatomical drawings, diagnostic mannequins and MRIs. Box Gallery and Apse, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Friday

CAMPUS CINEMA

Dancer in the Dark See Thursday. Michigan Theater. 7:30 p.m. $5.50.

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1967) Clint Eastwood stars in Sergio Leone's western classic. Nat Sci. 8 p.m. $3.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) Come sing, dance and make new friends. State Theater. 12 a.m. $5.50.

MUSIC

Mose Allison Trio featuring David "Fathead" Newman Jazz piano and vocals courtesy of Allison and saxophone and flute provided by Newman. Bird of Paradise, 312 S. Main St. 7:30 p.m. & 11:30 p.m. $25. 662-8310.

Neko Case & Her Boyfriends Eclectic Americana from Case. Opening up with roots rock are Kelly Hogan & the Pine Valley Cosmonauts and Blanche. Blind Pig, 208 S. 1st St. 10 p.m. $10. 996-8555.

Karen Savoca, Nerissa & Katryna Nields Singer Savoca joins forces with funk guitarist/bassist Pete Heitzman. Sharp and harmonious siblings Nerissa and Katryna Nields momentarily escape from The Nields. The Ark, 316 S. Main St. 8 p.m. $15. 761-1451.

Christpuncher, The Drapes Christpuncher delivers the metal and Chicago's The Drapes bring their indie punk and blues. Elbow Room, Ypsilanti. 10:30 p.m. $3. 483-6374.

Smokestack Jazz, funk and bluegrass mesh to create a cool groove. T.C.'s Speakeasy, Ypsilanti. 10:30 p.m. $3. 483-4470.

THEATER

Wit Performance Network's play tells of the beauty of simplicity and fate. Performance Network, 120 E. Huron. 8 p.m. $17-20. 663-0681.

ALTERNATIVES

Local Authors Read Local authors read from the collection "Huron River: Voices From the Watershed." Borders Books & Music. 7:30 p.m. Free. 668-7652.

Paisley Rekdal Author reads from her collection of stories, "The Night My Mother met Bruce Lee." Shaman Drum Bookshop. Free. 662-7407.

Alumni Concert - A Salute to Elizabeth Bergmann University Dance Department welcomes former chair Elizabeth Bergmann. Pease Studio, Dance Building. 7 p.m. Free. 763-5460.

Bale Folclorico da Bahia Brazil's professional folk dance company performs sensual dancing. Power Center. 8 p.m. $18-36. 764-2538.

Arthur Miller at Work See Thursday. Works on Paper Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

The Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii: Ancient Ritual, Modern Muse See Thursday. West Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Seeing is Healing? The Visual Arts of Medicine See Thursday. Box Gallery and Apse, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Saturday

CAMPUS CINEMA

Dancer in the Dark See Thursday. Michigan Theater. 5 & 8 p.m. $5.50.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show See Friday. State Theater. 12 a.m. $5.50.

Stuart Little (1999) Come see the film that Fievel called "the most inspiring American film since 'Pulp Fiction.'" No football game today, no excuse for missing this classic. Quality 16. 10 & 11 a.m. Free.

MUSIC

Disco Biscuits Jam rock bent with rave-ish techno. Michigan Theater. 7:30 p.m. $13.50. 668-8463.

Halloween Bash: Funktelligence Local band fuses funk, soul, blues, latin jazz and hip-hop. Blind Pig, 208 1st St. 10 p.m. $5. 996-8555.

Moose Allison Trio featuring David "Fathead" Newman See Friday. Bird of Paradise, 312 S. Main St. 7:30 p.m. & 11:30 p.m. $25. 662-8310.

Lou & Peter Berryman Humorous social commentary in folk and Broadway musical form. The Ark, 316 S. Main St. 8 p.m. $12.50. 761-1451.

Thornetta Davis Soul and blues group from Detroit with vocals by Davis. Cavern Club, 210 1st St. 10 p.m. $7. 332-9900.

Carl Weathersby Blues guitar. The Firefly Club, 207 S. Ashley St. 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m. $12. 913-9900.

THEATER

Wit See Friday. Performance Network, 120 E. Huron. 8 p.m. $17-20. 663-0681.

ALTERNATIVES

Bale Folclorico da Bahia See Friday. Power Center. 2 & 8 pm. $18-36. 764-2538.

Arthur Miller at Work See Thursday. Works on Paper Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

The Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii: Ancient Ritual, Modern Muse See Thursday. West Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Seeing is Healing? The Visual Arts of Medicine See Thursday. Box Gallery and Apse, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Sunday

CAMPUS CINEMA

Beau Travail (2000) French words, English subtitles. Bring your specs. Michigan Theater. 7:30 p.m. $5.50.

Dancer in the Dark See Thursday. Michigan Theater, 4:45 & 7:45 p.m.

Orlando (1992) I'll be hard-pressed to see this movie as it brings to mind Grant Hill's exodus to the Sunshine State. Then again, he never took us past the first round of the playoffs, so take him Orlando and we'll take this movie. Michigan Theater. 5 p.m. Free.

Rocky Horror Picture Show See Friday. State, 9:15 p.m. $5.50.

Stuart Little See Saturday. Quality 16. 10 & 11 a.m. Free.

MUSIC

Halloween Concert University Symphony Orchestra performs this amusing concert. Hill Auditorium. 8 p.m. $5-8. 763-4726.

Echoes of Erin Touring collection of Ireland's best traditional singers, musicians and dancers returns for their annual show. The Ark, 316 S. Main St. 7:30 p.m. $17.50. 761-1451.

Sunday Blues Party: The Motor City Sheiks Happy danceable blues. The Firefly Club, 207 S. Ashley St. 9 p.m. $5. 913-9900.

THEATER

Wit See Friday. Performance Network, 120 E. Huron. 2 p.m. $17-20. 663-0681.

ALTERNATIVES

Judith Minty Reads Poet reads from her latest collection, "Walking With the Bear." Shaman Drum Bookshop. 3 p.m. Free. 662-7407.

Arthur Miller at Work See Thursday. Works on Paper Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

The Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii: Ancient Ritual, Modern Muse See Thursday. West Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Seeing is Healing? The Visual Arts of Medicine See Thursday. Box Gallery and Apse, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Monday

CAMPUS CINEMA

Beau Travail See Sunday. Michigan Theater. 7 & 9 p.m. $5.50

Dancer in the Dark See Thursday. Michigan Theater. 7:30 p.m. $5.50.

MUSIC

The Bird of Paradise Orchestra Bassist Paul Keller leads this in-house 12-piece jazz big band. Bird of Paradise, 312 S. Main St. 9 p.m. $7. 662-8310.

Acoustic Open Mic Step up to the mic for your couple minutes of fame. Tap Room, Ypsilanti 9:30 p.m. Free. 482-5320.

ALTERNATIVES

Chuck Collins Author reads from his book "Economic Apartheid in America." Shaman Drum Bookshop. 8 p.m. Free. 662-7407.

Arthur Miller at Work See Thursday. Works on Paper Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

The Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii: Ancient Ritual, Modern Muse See Thursday. West Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Seeing is Healing? The Visual Arts of Medicine See Thursday. Box Gallery and Apse, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Tuesday

CAMPUS CINEMA

Beau Travail See Sunday. Michigan Theater, 7:30 & 9:30 p.m. $5.50.

Dancer in the Dark See Thursday. Michigan Theater. 9 p.m. $5.50.

The Godfather (1972) I could say something cutting or funny, or I could say that this is the best movie ever and you need to be there, regardless of any prior commitments. Michigan Theater. 4:10 p.m. $5.50.

The Producers (1968) Mel Brooks' classic makes a return trip to the big screen. Michigan Theater. 7 p.m. $5.50.

MUSIC

Dan Bern Bern performs his punky folk-pop with sarcastic and topical lyrics. The Ark, 316 S. Main St. 8 p.m. $12.50 ($8 with student ID). 761-1451.

Swingset Traditional jazz and standards with pianist James Dapogny, cellist Mike Karoub, and vocalist Susan Chastain. Accompanied by guitar and bass. The Firefly Club, 207 S. Ashley St. 8 p.m. $5. 913-9900.

Ron Brooks Trio Jazz trio with Brooks on bass, Pete Siers on drums and Tad Ween on piano. Bird of Paradise, 312 S. Main St. 9 p.m. $5. 662-8310.

ALTERNATIVES

Arthur Miller at Work See Thursday. Works on Paper Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

The Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii: Ancient Ritual, Modern Muse See Thursday. West Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Seeing is Healing? The Visual Arts of Medicine See Thursday. Box Gallery and Apse, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Wednesday

CAMPUS CINEMA

Beau Travail See Sunday. Michigan Theater. 7 & 9 p.m. $5.50.

Dancer in the Dark See Thursday. Michigan Theater. 7:30 p.m.

MUSIC

All Star Latin Band & DJ Latin dancing with lessons included. Blind Pig, 208 S. 1st St. 8:30 p.m. $5. 996-8555.

ALTERNATIVES

Arthur Miller at Work See Thursday. Works on Paper Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

The Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii: Ancient Ritual, Modern Muse See Thursday. West Gallery, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Seeing is Healing? The Visual Arts of Medicine See Thursday. Box Gallery and Apse, Museum of Art. Free. 764-0395.

Henry Rollins will share his forceful spoken word performance with the crowd at the Michigan Theater tonight.