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Billed as the most costly cinematic production in history, it seemed the producers spared no expense to ensure the film’s success. But in Hollywood, success is hardly a sure thing, regard less of how much money is thrown at a project (see: Waterworld). The Lord of the Rings succeeds. Without spoiling too much of the film, the story revolves around a mysterious “ring of power.” A young, innocent hobbit, Frodo Baggins. is chosen by fate to save the world from impending apoca lypse by returning the ring to the fires that forged it. Frodo sets out on his journey with a group of high ly trained warriors, and together they comprise the Fellowship of the Rings. With the advantage of working from a brilliant story, the entire cast delivers an excellent perform ance. Foremost among these is Elijah Wood in the role of the main character, Frodo. Ian McKellen, who portrays Gandalf the Grey, a wise old wizard who guides Frodo on his journey, turns in another I-HOIO i or hi i sh oi m u u outstanding performance. Notable memberv] supporting cast include Sean Astin (Sam. F: right-hand man), Viggo Mortensen (An helpful member ot the Fellowships Blanchett (Queen Galadriel) and Chm Lee (Saruman. the evil chief of wu The perfectly balanced combinaii action, direction and cutting edge effects add up to an incredible movie-p experience that lingers long alter theirip:; theater. Already inspiring a Star Wurs-li following, the trilogy will no doubt one of the most successful motion pic all time. The Fellowship of the Ring is< great start and now it s only a quest the next two chapters measure up to ttxj (Grade: A + ) —Go lying over - Jefense offi - But four 3n U.S. soil feir patrols r* calculation rithout then As a part ntssions be letliners int< pentagon. fork and Wi Other pu’ najor metro End jets are < lo scramble The m i 1 i >rder pilots |f necessary Officials brogram for jhat the higl ind money < Existing peo laid on cone VANILLA SKY Directed by Cameron Crowe Starring: Tom Cruise, Penelope Cruz and Cameron Diaz Paramount Pictures Before entering an operating room, David Aames (Tom Cruise) sings, “What if God was one of us?” At the end of the film, the correct question is, "What if one of us was God?” Peter Travers of Rolling Stone magazine said. Vanilla Sky is one of the top 10 films of the year [with) mind-bending secrets no reviewer should give away.” Without revealing the end of the film, the audience should be warned to prepare them selves for a movie that will haunt them long after they leave the theater. Perhaps what makes the film so great is its potential to come true. With today's rapidly developing technology, the events Cruise is faced with are believable, unlike most plots from the holiday movies such as Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter. Has anyone else been sent on a quest to throw “the ring to bind them all” into the fiery depths of its birth? Vanilla Sky is based upon Alejandro Amenabar and Mateo Gil’s 1997 film Ah re Los Ojos, which also starred Penelope Cruz. Cruz’s performance in Vanilla Sky is sweet and charming, and Diaz, s portrayalastffll lover is chilling and will leave the audirrej ing “W hat happened to Mary ?” Some believe this is Cruise’s best grabbing an Oscar. 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Did you know that the Women's Center is open until 8:00 PM on Tuesdays during thcsai* if you arc looking for a quiet place to study, just hang out or check a source for that Iasi* 1 paper, come by and see us. We offer many services and sponsor lots of great events, too 1 # 1 is a list of upcoming events for the Spring semester, if you want more infomialionot programming on other Women's Center services, see our website: http://www.tamu.edit or contact the Women’s Center at 845-8784 or wcenterfS tamu.cilu Working Group on Women’s Rights as Human Rights: Visit with Lynn Hagan and Muslim students to discuss issues related to Muslims and Arab women; Tuesday, January 22; 11:00 AM-12:30 PM; Academic 308. Co- Sponsors: Women’s Studies Program, Anthropology Department, and College of Liberal Arts Dean’s Office. Women’s Center Welcome Back Open House: Tuesday, January 22; 3:00-5:00 PM; Academic 308. Women’s Center Community Services Series: Brazos Valley Workforce Centers; Wednesday, January 30; 4:00- 5:30 PM; Academic 308. Women’s Center Film Series: Screening of Ida B Wells: A Passion for Justice, followed by discussion. Wednesday, February 6; 4:00 PM, Academic 308. Refreshments will be served. Women’s Center Spring Lecture Series: Sally Robinson, English Dept., TAMU, “Stiffed and Punch Drunk: Fight Club, Feminism, and the ‘Crisis’ in Masculinity.” Tuesday, February 11; 4:00 PM; Academic 308. Women’s Center Film Series: The Women, Dir. George Cukor. Tuesday, February 12; 7:00 PM; Evans Library Annex, Room 417B. Women’s Center Community Services Series: Phoebe’s Home; Thursday, February 14 (V-Day); 4:00 PM; Place TBA. The Vagina Monologues: Thursday- Saturday, February 28-March 2; 7:00 PM; Place TBA. W omen’s Hlstory/Splrlt Montli Presentation: Marlene Fried.Hj* College, "A Mailer of Access: Ba i; Reproductive Rights Movement*' U.S and Internationally"Mondt): March 4; 6:30 PM; Francis202.0 Sponsors: Women’s Studies Prof* Sociology Department, and Philos' Department. Women’s Center Film Series: V Voyager, Dir. Irving Rapper l March 5; 7:00 PM; Evans Library ! Annex, Room 417B. Women’s Center Spring I.ectim Series: Sara Alpcm, History Dept TAMU, "The History of Women' 1 History at A&M " Wednesday,MF 12:00-1:30 PM, Academic 308. r Women's History/Spirit Montli#’ Bag Luncheon: Lynn Hagan andh Franks. Monday, March 18,12:00# Rudder 402. Women's History/Spirit Month Presentation: Lynn Hagan and Si# Franks, “Marhaba: Greetings frnni' Western Woman in an Arab WoiW Monday, March 18; 6:30 PM. Ra^ 302. Co-Sponsors: Women's Sunk Program, Anthropology Departing College of Liberal Arts Dean'sCI# Gender Issues Education Service C offee Talk: I Imrsday, Marchil. 1 ; PM, Academic 308. Co-Sponsorf the Women’s Center. Women’s Center Film Series: ft and Louise, Dir. Ridley Scott. Tucv April 9; 7:00 PM: Evans Library A 5 ' Room 417B. Ramzi Bin; Binalshibh i been the ini of the Sept, United Staff that after Bi Sentry to the Zacarias M> U.S. author chosen as; SOURCE: FBI