Arts

U2 redeems itself in 'All That You Can't Leave Behind'

By David Klein | November 6, 2000

Their image marred by a style-over-substance tour, Bono et al. return to the upper echelons with their new release

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'Malcolm' flourishes and proves this reviewer wrong

By John Teti | November 2, 2000

The unique series, entering its second season, has improved dramatically after its shaky initial weeks

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My obsessive use of irony makes me feel like a big man

By Sam Means | November 1, 2000

I think I speak for all Americans when I say that I really identify with "It's My Life," the new-ish Bon Jovi song.

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Arts

Hurley is a devilish Halloween treat in 'Bedazzled'

By Justin Bow | October 31, 2000

A clichéd ending does little to detract from an original film that's so funny you might break something

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Arts

The Dartmouth speaks to The Hood's new director

By Alexander Rich | October 30, 2000

Derrick Cartwright eases into his new position after a tenure at the new Musée d' Art Américain in France

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Arts

Will students lose their minds over cable TV?

By Sam Means | October 25, 2000

An Arts columnist gives his unique perspective of the future

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NBC drama-comedy 'Ed' strikes the perfect balance

By John Teti | October 23, 2000

The unique series comes close to alienating itself from viewers but is successful in endearing itself instead

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Arts

'Contender' is just contentious

By Philip David Leaman | October 18, 2000

Misguided, overwrought political film has no redeeming value

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'Dancer' a welcome surprise in a lackluster film year

By Hank Leukart | October 17, 2000

Director Lars von Trier and actress/musician Björk break exciting new ground in this Palme d'Or winner

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Arts

Hood shows experiments in modern portrait photos

By Alex Rich | October 16, 2000

'Surface and Depth' brings together an eclectic collection of works from artists reinventing their genre

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Arts

An apology

By Sam Means | October 16, 2000

I would like to formally apologize for several errors that appeared in yesterday's column, titled "High Praise for a New Yorker Cartoonist." The reference that the cartoon was making, I learned from several astute readers, was not to James Bond at all, but to Bjork. James Bond was not related to the cartoon in any way.

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Arts

High praise for a New Yorker cartoonist

By Sam Means | October 12, 2000

I was perusing a recent New Yorker magazine the other day when I came across a simply delightful cartoon.

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Arts

'Fugitive' hits ground running

By Steve Kantor | October 11, 2000

CBS tries to capitalize on success of '60s series and 1993 movie

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Arts

Badly Drawn Boy debuts well

By Carl Burnett | October 10, 2000

"Hour of the Bewilderbeast" transcends the indie pop genre

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Arts

New Hood exhibit shows 'Power of Appearances'

By Alex Rich | October 9, 2000

16th century prints chronicle the beginnings of portraiture as a tool to influence public perception

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Arts

'The King Stag' entertains but falls a little short

By Sope Ogunyemi | October 4, 2000

The puppet show benefits from Julie Taymor's design efforts but fails to showcase its rich historical roots

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Arts

An interview with Vigo, Scourge of Carpathia

By Sam Means | October 3, 2000

Vigo, best known for his work in "Ghostbusters 2," is a terrible thing to behold: 14 feet tall, with the horns of a goat, and flaming like the torch that destroys the darkness.

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Arts

'Almost Famous' is almost good -- but not quite

By Philip David Leaman | October 2, 2000

The semi-autobiographical film written and directed by Cameron Crowe lacks a clearly defined direction

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'Woman on Top' bottoms out with muddled message

By Alison Forns | September 28, 2000

Director Fina Torres can't generate her intended magic despite a talented cast led by Penélope Cruz

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Arts

The Annotated "Cookies" by Arnold Lobel

By Sam Means | September 27, 2000

"Toad baked some cookies. (1) 'These cookies smell very good (2),' said Toad. He ate one (3). 'And they taste even better (4),' he said.

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