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Ashley Archibald tries to trick ERWIN CHEMERINSKY into talking about everyone’s favorite living motormouth – and Chemerinksy friend and client – Stephen Yagman, with a hilarious lack of success.

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Death to LACMA Rebecca Schoenkopf says let the motherfucker burn.

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Why We Fight. Chris Morris says the NEIGHBORHOOD BULLYS are who’s best, in Sonic Nation. And cusses, like, a lot. But not in our presence, because we are a lady.

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8 JAMIEL’S LOSS What happens when good kids, drive-bys, illegal aliens and Special Order 40 ignite?

Amanda Price reports.

SOUNDS 15 Live Review. You know who’s old? Arrissia Owen Turner’s old! At least when faced with the shiny-skinned children turning the Viper Room into Romper Room for Walter Meego and friends.

STAGE 16 Hey, You! Don Shirley writes an open letter to important people who could save Secrets of the Trade. Do it! he says. Do it now!

Tarzan and Naked Chess. Kirk Sillsbee takes you in the wayback machine to when Andy (we call him “Andy”) made 12-hour movies that our mom claims were “mesmerizing” and explains how the Ferus Gallery was at the epicenter.

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Listen, so it was deep into the early 21st century before it happened, and it still ain’t gonna happen for Hillary this go around or ever – thank God she’s got those lovely piles of money to keep her warm at 3 a.m. – but as of this issue in your clammy little hands, I’m your new (acting) editor! Me, Rebecca Schoenkopf! And I’m a lady. A lady (acting) editor? With parts and such?

Baby, I got parts you ain’t even imagined.

And in our time together, you will probably hear a lot more about my parts. It’s sort of the Judy Chicago school of feminism, where it’s all about our tender vulvas and womaninity. I just like to let everyone know how my pieces are feeling.

But enough about that – for now. So Monday, when my meteoric rise to the top of Los Angeles CityBeat was announced after a solid week as its arts editor, because the gentleman who preceded me for all of four days got himself a tetch of the vapors, it just so happened that on the very same day, Carolina Garcia was announced as executive editor at the Daily News. This followed the “resignation” of the Daily News’ Ron Kaye minutes after something kind of snippy that I wrote about him in my column “Commie Girl” hit the stands! All this serendipity! You’re welcome, Carolina! I am thrilled to be of service.

So you may have noticed already – the CityBeat reader is wise and clever beyond her years – but Carolina Garcia is a lady too. So’s Laurie Ochoa, the editor at LA Weekly. She came to my house once, for a party. My catering – Vietnamese takeout – was amazing, and I kept my table fresh and pretty, like Lady Bountiful, because that’s the kind of feminine, ladylike, womanly, nurturing, vagina-bearing American I am. I can cater the bacon, put it up on a tray. Also, I can menstruate – a little something I’d like to see Russ Stanton try. Go ahead, Stanton. I’ll wait.

I don’t know Carolina Garcia, whatever, I’m sure she’s awesome. If I have another party, she can totally come!

And at the Los Angeles Times? Well, thanks to their delightfully daffy new owner, whatshis-bucket, they’re on record at least as loving pussy.

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MORE RED, LESS PINK So what’s the deal with Commie Girl? [“Listen to Me Crying,” April 3] Is she a commie or what? I saw “commie” and saw the cute blonde and got all excited, but then I started reading and … No Trotsky. No revolution. No dialectical materialism. No bitchslapping the very bitchslappable capitalism.

There was nothing red but her lipstick, another hint that she was no red.

But I kept reading because I am an optimist, only to be trapped in what felt like a mob of teenagers waiting in line to get into the Geisha Lounge with their $3,000 geisha shoes and their $4,000 Fendi boat-bags that look like skinned Long Island Housewives. It read like the work of a suburbanite 20-something girl who moved to Hollywood to be an actress, started drinking redbulls and martinis and finds it shocking to hear herself say the word fuck.

Or, I’m sorry, is that the demographic you’re aiming for? Please then, change her name from Commie Girl to Cappie Girl, because I just wasted five minutes of my life reading about the drunken nightlife of a capitalist, something I can watch on reruns of Sex and the City in my pajamas.

Not that socialists don’t like to fuck … men, women, cable guys, strippers named Cat and Fire and Genesis, British directors and telemarketers, bouncers and bartenders, people we meet in rehab or carrying cardboard coffins outside CNN, dealers from Kansas who think they are vampires because they’ve read too much Anne Rice. And speaking of Siberian Huskies, you don’t know good doggy-style until you’ve done it with an open hardback copy of the Communist Manifesto resting on your ass while someone with an accent reads it to you ... . ... So I’ve been Googling and I have to take it all back. I’m surprised I’ve never heard of Commie Girl before today—surprised I’ve never made out with her behind the tomato gardens of the South Central Farm, never seen her signature on any of my petitions. Who knew anything so good and Red could come out of Orange County. I don’t think I could have been more wrong about this. And I suspect after reading some of her columns that CITYBEAT

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Until then, sorry for calling you a capitalist. I think your name probably is appropriate, in context.

In Solidarity,

– A FELLOW (UNEMPLOYED) RED SISTER & STARVING WRITER Beyond the incomprehensibility of this column, Hank Garland continues to get nowhere near the respect he deserves, and your column does him a grave disservice. One wonder if this writer knows anything at all about his legacy and the fact that he played some of the most important guitar lines in early rock history. Do you think it was worth noting in that piece that “the Dennis Quaid type” that Schoenkopf leaves unnamed is actually Waylon Payne who, um, portrayed Jerry Lee Lewis in Walk the Line?

An important point, no? He’s also Waylon Jennings’ godson (hence his name) and the son of C&W singer Sammi Smith. Oh, well, since when is a paper supposed to INFORM its readership?? Thanks, though, for at least letting me know that this film exists, though I doubt that was your aim here.

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GET IT? Yes, I truly “dig” the fact Stephen Yagman is serving his three-year prison sentence [“Frontlines: Yagman’s New Digs,” April 3], but my sympathies are with North Carolina, where Yagman will be housed. North Carlina is the “Tarheel” State, and Yagman should’ve been “tarred” years ago!

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Buy Gas Masks, Antonio The mayor prefers the governor’s mansion over saving your lungs ~ BY ALAN MITTELSTAEDT ~

LAST WEEK WAS A HORRIBLE ONE for Los Angeles and anyone who plans to live here past 2010, when Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa dreams of commuting to his new job in Sacramento. Go ahead and pull out your Scorecard for Death and Stupidity and mark minus 10 points for clean air and a negative five for education.

For some reason, Angelenos are too fatalistic or blissfully out of the loop to revolt in the streets when the mayor blesses more heart-stopping port pollution – hooray, he forced the polluters to buy filters for public schools and double-pane windows for residents stuck in the Combat Zone of Capitalism, but why not make them pay for gas masks, too, so the kids can play at recess? – or incites more L.A. Unified political hijinks like his newest, sending his education czar into the quagmire known as L.A. Unified, to fill the No. 2 slot! Did he buy him a bulletproof vest?

You call this good government or cause for a recall? One enviro we greatly respect, the Coalition for Clean Air’s Martin Schlageter, says the deal allowing the TraPac shipping terminal to expand is actually a good one: “We’re never going to get back to the perfect starting point.

But we have an opportunity to redress some wrongs, and we’re going to seize that.” Well put, Martin, but we shouldn’t

be so accommodating to the economic growth that sickens and kills thousands of us. Maybe we’re all so content absorbing this civic drama in our comfy chairs because: (a.) We’re used to second-rate decisions that threaten our lives and our children’s education; (b.) We admire politicians whose sense of loyalty to the electorate rivals that of a horny trout; (c.) We figure we might make a buck off the bad deals and retire to Montana before it gets really bad; (d.) Our screenplay was rejected for the 14th time and we plan to leave L.A. as soon as the next standby seat to anywhere opens up on JetBlue; or (e.) We’re waiting for the Times to run a front-page retraction saying none of it’s true anyways. (Answer at the end.

Don’t skip the rest of this truly profound shit or the page will self-destruct!)

We have a mayor with his pinkie in L.A. and (most of) the rest of his body and mind thinking of his imaginary post-L.A. career. One general rule guides him: If it can’t be accomplished by June 8, 2010, the date of the primary, it’s not worth doing.

The mayor’s so obsessed with short-term results that he makes your normal Ritalin-swillers look like Dostoevsky devotees.

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Cortines returned to the top ranks of L.A. Unified and is now within a heartbeat of the top job he held for six months in 2000. Why does the mayor-controlled school board lack the balls to outright can the No.1 incompetent, Admiral David Brewer III? With the right deal, maybe charter school guru Steve Barr, the founder of Green Dot, would take the job. It’s time he declared war on the comatose school district from inside the building. Let the school board and teachers union prove they’re devoted to helping children learn before all the jobs go to China and India, and not just protecting their turf and asses. But this bad move by the mayor amounts to only a misdemeanor count.

Here’s the felony: The mayor joined a coalition of labor and environmental interests – watch out when they get together – and sold out health and community concerns to growth and campaign dollars at the Port of Los Angeles. One of the environmental mainstays – the Natural Resources Defense Council – went in the tank for the mayor, praising the deal to allow the $150 million, 67-acre expansion of the TraPac shipping terminal at the Port of Los Angeles as “green growth.”

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710 to spread their deadly fumes all the way to the Inland Empire (of Nothing!).

Perhaps the enviros have in mind the particular shade of green bodies turn when starved of oxygen in the final throes of smog-induced respiratory diseases. TraPac bought off its critics by agreeing to set up a $6 million trust fund to pay for particulate filters at public schools and other health measures created by the deadly stew it will create. Too bad the NRDC agreed to drop its lawsuit against the expansion.

So why weren’t we all marching in the streets last week? The answer: (f.) None of the above. Angelenos really want a mayor who can take his ambition out of overdrive and stick around and solve a problem or two. If Mayor V. would only listen to people rather than polls, he’d call a press conference tomorrow to announce that, if he wins re-election in 2009, he’ll serve his full term.

And if he refuses to make the promise, bring on the opposition and cook his ass; he’ll deserve to get shoved aside next year by someone devoted to the long-term interests of L.A. So long, oversized power glands.

DAYLIGHT ROBBERS HIT LAPD Anybody who’d ever heard of the corners cut by Tutor-Saliba on the construction of the Red Line subway during the 1990s might have thought twice about having the mammoth firm bid on any more public construction projects.

Few lessons are learned the first time in the city of Los Angeles. So now we’re stuck with a 10-story police headquarters already $150 million over budget.

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Jamiel’s Loss Grieving family pleads for a crackdown on illegal immigration ~ BY AMANDA PRICE ~ ~ THE FAMILY OF JAMIEL SHAW JR., the 17-year-old high school student shot and killed two doors from his house in Arlington Heights last month, sat quietly in the Los Angeles City Council chambers on Tuesday, waiting to speak about their new cause.

Charged with Jamiel’s murder is Pedro Espinoza, a 19-year-old alleged member of the 18th Street gang. Less than a day before Jamiel was killed, Espinoza had been released from jail, where he had been serving time for assault with a deadly weapon. Federal officials have determined that Espinoza could have been deported since he was smuggled into the country illegally as a toddler.

The Shaws want the police to start cracking down on illegal immigrants and approve Jamiel’s Law. “The way he was released, it just didn’t seem right, and 24 hours later, he was in our neighborhood,” said Jamiel Shaw Sr., wearing a T-shirt with his son’s picture and the words “Time for Change.” “And he just, on the way to his car, decided to kill my son.”

The father addressed the issue of race head-on: “We’re not after Hispanic people. We’re directly after the 18th Street gang that happens to be undocumented, illegal.”

Jamiel’s Law calls for a “no sanctuary” policy for gang members and an effort by the Los Angeles Police Department, immigration officials and the U.S. Attorney’s office to “identify, arrest, prosecute, imprison and deport illegal aliens who are, or appear to be, gang members or affiliate gang members.” Current law, known as Special Order 40, forbids the police to arrest someone

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on immigration violations alone.

With his arm around his youngest son, 9-year-old Thomas, Shaw shook his head, rubbing tears from his eyes. “There’s no more normal for us.”

Anita Shaw, Jamiel’s mother, was in Iraq when she heard her son was shot, and was planning to deploy to Kuwait, then Germany, on Thursday. She pressed her index finger to the podium as she urged council members to do something: “We have to make a stand and fight.” Others in the Shaw family’s corner uttered a stream of public comments, ranging from gentle support to rage at the council for not doing more.

The wife of Walter Moore, the mayoral candidate who proposed the law, addressed the scope of gang violence in

Los Angeles. “It’s not any one particular neighborhood, it’s all over town,” Judy Moore said. “So I stand here as a citizen begging you to do something about it in the name of Jamiel.”

Before the Shaw family rose to speak, the City Council discussed the proposal.

“This heated discussion in part is based on information that isn’t totally 100 percent clear,” 11th District Councilman Bill Rosendahl said as many members of the audience booed. He recommended a “thoughtful discussion” of Special Order 40 at another time to include the history of the law, why it exists “and if we should deal with it or not.”

City Councilmember Eric Garcetti, who spoke with Anita Shaw after the meeting, acknowledged a breakdown be-

tween the arrest and deportation of undocumented immigrants who commit crimes. “I think you have a lot of support here – throughout the city, not just in the City Council, but hopefully in county and federal levels – to make sure that they’re doing their jobs better than we’ve seen.”

But will the council see Jamiel’s Law as the solution? Unlikely. “If Chief Bratton, the police officers themselves, and the experts at the city level don’t see any changes that they want on Special Order 40, I don’t think it makes sense to tinker,” Garcetti said.

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jority of the reduced amount represents cost shifting and accelerated payments.”

C’mon guys, treat the people’s money like your own.

is Parks, the chairman of the Coliseum Commission.

Ridley-Thomas wants to abolish the commission and put the home to the 1924 and 1984 Olympics into the hands of a nine-member Exposition Park Authority.

Its members would include five people appointed by the state, the Second District county supervisor, the Eighth District city councilmember and two well-heeled public members selected by the nature of their donations. Sounds like a breeding ground for corruption.

County supervisors unanimously denounced the power play Tuesday, calling it “illegal” and “totally unwarranted.” RidleyThomas wants to make it seem like it’s all about saving Trojan football. “This is USCfriendly legislation.”

Screw the legislation, and screw the race.

A boxing match sounds better. Anything but involving the legislature and blowing taxpayer money on a local political vendetta.

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(Sniper cont’d) Tutor-Saliba was the sole bidder on the project in 2006. If Al Qaeda were the sole bidder to run a school of diplomacy, would the terrorist outfit get the contract?

It’s iffy. How much better is Tutor-Saliba?

I’m not sure.

But just how lousy a deal Los Angeles got came to light in an audit released

by City Controller Laura Chick, the meanest woman in L.A. Chick urged the city to do a better job on outreach – that is, let the goddamn companies know a massive building about to go put out to bid. Don’t wait until the final month or so because, as was the case here, the firms get tied up with other projects.

The city was too scared to reject the bid, so the Bureau of Engineering tried to negotiate a better price. The drones shaved off a measly $18 million, which isn’t much, but Chick’s investigators found most of the money showed up in different parts of the contract. Wrote auditors: “ … the ma-

DIRTY MOVES Wouldn’t you rather pay 10 bucks to watch Mark Ridley-Thomas and Bernard Parks run laps on the track at the Coliseum than see the state legislature sucked into their power game? Use the money going to restoring trauma care at the old King/Drew Medical Center that closed last year because of Second District County Supervisor Yvonne Burke’s decade of screwups.

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Goddamit. The Times’ lawyers have soured me on one of my favorite words – “purported” – by using it four times in Monday’s retraction of Chuck Philips’ story. Here’s some advice: Next time you’ve got a whopper of a story like the Tupac Shakur saga, combine the front-page apology with the front-page retraction. No need to run both – two weeks apart. It’s overkill and a downer for all. Some sharp, strategic thinking would have actually spared that space on Monday’s Calendar cover for a real news story. Any more of this nonsense and Chuck could end up the guy with the most righteous claim to a legal settlement. And one last thing: Next time, give the lawyers a byline so readers know who to blame for the duller than usual prose.

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Light in Darkness Homeless kids find nonprofits fill in for L.A. Unified ~ B Y M AT T H E W M U N D Y ~ NESTLED AWAY ON SIXTH STREET and San Pedro on Skid Row, the Central City Community Outreach is easy to miss.

There’s no sign, and the green doors – big and metal – open up onto sidewalks frequently congested with the sleeping homeless.

Inside, though, a completely different story unfolds. In one room, kids sit around reading to each other, with their individual lockers lining the walls in the kitchen.

In another, teenagers laugh at viral videos on the brand new computers, while others man the PlayStation 3 hooked up to the plasma screen in front of the brand new couches and the brand new kitchen.

Central City, a Christian organization, operates two programs that help catch some of the homeless students who arrive on the doorsteps of public schools around Los Angeles, a problem described in a story in last week’s CityBeat, “Ailene’s 11 and Homeless: Where Will She and 13,000 Others Go To School Today?”

“Say Yes!” is for elementary school students, most of them from Ninth Street, while the Youth Development Program targets junior high and high-schoolers, who hail from all over the county. It’s part of

a small network of small nonprofit organizations downtown that help out, as best they can, schools beleaguered with plentiful homeless students and less than plentiful funds. Offering after-school services to their 50 registered students four days a week, Central City maximizes its help by coordinating its efforts with the schools and focusing on the one-on-one learning experience, while creating and maintaining close relationships with parents as well.

“It’s about relationships and it’s about dignity,” said Grady Martine, Central City’s executive director, discussing its mentoring, homework help shops, and its regular field trips. “We say, confidently, that we know every single family in the skid row area personally.”

Despite having at least one brand new renovated room (the one with the plasma screen and PlayStation, naturally), which was paid for by another church, the center is severely strapped for cash, with most of its staff working as volunteers. The volunteers are kept busy with kids referred to them by local missions, schools, from the organization’s own outreach efforts, and word-of-mouth.

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“Wrong place, wrong time,” he sighed, his deep voice reverberating around his throat. The change in atmosphere was a shocker for Mario, who was unprepared for the harsh living downtown. “I was like damn … . The whole world is not nice and pleasant,” he said with a chuckle, remembering when they moved down to the Union Rescue Mission, where they were before the Huntington.

“Pros[titutes], drugs, everyday everywhere … . You learn a whole lot when you come down here. [Skid Row] hardens me a little, yeah, but you persevere with God, nothing’s impossible here.”

Mario goes to school at the Metropolitan Skills Center, which is an L.A. Unified school that offers him a little more freedom in his course choices and his schedule. He hopes to become a kindergarten teacher, and is looking toward getting his GED by Christmas. He is optimistic about the future.

“Everybody around here, they used to go to my school and stuff,” Mario said.

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ty now, man,” he said with a laugh.

Nonprofits have been of great help to L.A.’s homeless schoolchildren, and these organizations also have tutorial programs similar to the outreach center, like Schools on Wheels, Las Familias del Pueblos, and Para Los Niños. Different organizations help out in other ways as well – the Los Angeles Food Bank, for example, donates 125 food backpacks to Ninth Street Elementary every second Friday, the contents of which go back with the kids to their homes so they can eat properly.

Their efforts only stanch the wound though, rather than stitching it up. Without any large-scale efforts by the federal, state or local governments to address the ongoing crisis of homeless schoolchildren, this problem will only continue to hemorrhage with untold, and dire, consequences.

One question begs to be answered – without any large-scale, comprehensive help, how many of these kids will be able to break out of the cycle? The answers given aren’t hopeful – Ninth Street Elementary Principal Patricia Hughes, who is about as optimistic as you can get, isn’t too sanguine about these kids’ chances.

“Some I am [hopeful will break out of the cycle], some I don’t think have a chance, because it’s cyclical,” she gloomily notes. “Their parents are in it, their parents’ parents were in it … . No one seems to think that we need mentors for these kids, for them to see what it can be. They never get to see what it can be. They just know what it is.” ✶

IN NOVEMBER 2007, COMBATIVE LOS Angeles civil rights lawyer Stephen Yagman was sentenced to three years in federal prison for tax evasion, money laundering and bankr uptcy fraud. His sentencing hearing was a spectacle befitting Yagman’s reputation: With his attorney looking bewildered, Yagman orated for four hours – or near-Castro length – flatly accusing government lawyers of attacking him for having made his living by attacking them.

Yagman did not win the day. He lost, and called his old friend Erwin Chemerinsky to take his appeal. Chemerinsky, a celebrated appellate lawyer, was in the news last fall when conservatives tried to keep him from getting the job as founding dean of UC Irvine’s nascent law school.

In a matter of five days, the legal scholar had been hired, fired, and hired again.

He’s been co-counsel with Yagman several times over the past two decades, including in attempts to win legal rights for Guantánamo detainees.

CityBeat caught up with Chemerinsky at his desk at Duke University to ask him about his friend Stephen Yagman, his hopes for the appeal and his plans to reform the way lawyers are educated when UC Irvine’s School of Law opens in August 2009.

–Ashley Archibald CityBeat: What made you decide to take on the Yagman appeal?

Erwin Chemerinsky: I really don’t have anything profound to say. Stephen Yagman has been my friend and co-counsel for over 20 years. We’ve worked together over many cases, and when he asked me if I would handle his appeal, of course I said yes.

What kinds of cases have you worked on together?

I handled an appeal of a case about the shooting of a Los Angeles police officer, probably that would have been in the early 1990s. I handled another appeal a few years ago, a civil rights case he had worked on. I did an appeal where he had been initially disqualified. I was cocounsel with him in the Guantánamo detainees trial.

You’re also teaching at Duke and making the switch over to UCI. Are you concerned you won’t have the time?

I’ve always, for more than 20 years, handled criminal and civil appeals [concurrently with my teaching]. On May 9 I’m going to argue in the D.C. circuit the Valerie Plame Wilson/Joseph Wilson case against Cheney, Rove, Libby and Armitage.

I argued a punitive damages case in the California Court of Appeals in January, and I’ve always done death penalty cases in North Carolina. I argued a human rights case in Ninth Circuit last July.

During the original trial, Yagman held materials back like the wills and the fee agreements.

Are you at all concerned you might have similar problems? Hello?

I’m still here. I’m just trying to answer that

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in a way that’s consistent with lawyerclient privilege and my duty to my client.

I can say that an appeal is limited to the issues raised at trial, and I believe we have strong appeal-able issues.

Can you comment on Yagman’s performance, his four-hour speech at his sentencing hearing?

I don’t have any comment.

Do you think that Yagman received a fair trial or even could have been given one considering his personality and reputation in the Los Angeles community?

It’s not in my client’s interests to say anything about that. Imagine I win on appeal and it goes back to the same judge. If I say in print that he didn’t get a fair trial, it won’t do any good. So I stick to the best possible answer, which is to say nothing.

Well, he doesn’t have the best reputation with judges since he’s been fairly abrasive to them … .

I think that there are many judges who tremendously admire and respect Steven Yagman, and some of them have said that in published opinions.

Ha, I’m trying to think of some way I can phrase things so that we can have this conversation.

Well, you ask whatever you want and I’ll answer as I’m allowed to do.

Do you think, quite frankly, that Yagman is a bigger target because of the work that he’s done, especially with regards to police?

Yes, yes. I believe that he was targeted because he’s an outspoken civil rights lawyer.

How would you describe Yagman?

My experience working with him has been wonderful. He’s passionate, his heart is always in the right place, he’s creative. He’s a very smart man.

What about his style do you not necessarily appreciate?

I’ll go back to what I said before.

What’s your plan of attack and how is it different from his original counsel?

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It’s premature to say. I also have to be honest, I wouldn’t say at this stage. We’ll file our brief in early June and our strategy will become clear then.

How is the move to UCI going? There was some controversy about it this summer.

That’s very much in the past. I’m incredibly excited about it. I’m teaching at Duke full-time this semester and I’m moving at the end of June and I officially become dean July 1.

What do you want to do that’s different at UCI? We have a wonderful opportunity to create our dream law school. We’re part of a wonderful university, terrific commitment of resources from the chancellor and the provost, and I think this is the chance to create the law school of the 21st century.

I want to emphasize experiential learning — I think we can do a better job training lawyers — and I want to do more interdisciplinary learning. Lawyers need to know more about other disciplines than law students have been traditionally taught.

What benefit do you see in that?

I think that the bottom line is that we can do a lot better job of training lawyers than law schools have traditionally done.

How so?

I’ll give you an example. Can you imagine if a medical school trained doctors without the students seeing patients while they were in medical school? And here, most law students graduate without ever having seen a client. I want to require that every student get clinical experience, much more in the way of skills training. I want to do more about having law students trained in other disciplines, like psychology or economics that they can use in their practice.

Did you have that sort of experience in law school?

No. I think that law schools do a very good job of teaching students how to read cases, how to understand legal doctrine, how to formulate arguments based on legal doctrine. Law schools do a very poor

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Is there some sort of liability in letting students run big cases?

Not if they’re closely supervised by a faculty member. I, for example, had a group of students under my supervision handling a case in the fed court of appeals.

One of the students argued the case. The students wrote a terrific brief and the student who argued did a wonderful job.

Do you think that society’s opinion on lawyers has changed or can change? The phrase “blood sucking lawyer” is still relatively common.

Lawyers have always had a negative public perception. Shakespeare had a line, “First thing we do, let’s kill all the lawyers!”

I think there’s a line in the Bible, “Woe unto you, lawyers!” or something like that. Some of that is inevitable. People see a lawyer only when they’re in trouble.

Somebody in their family has a legal problem or someone died and they need their will prorated, they got fired and they want to see a lawyer. Some of it is a misunderstanding of the lawyer’s role. I think some of it is that we can do a better job in instilling a sense of public service into our law students.

I think we need to do many things. I think that many students hear about public service from the dean who welcomes them the first day and from the commencement speaker at their graduation on the last day.We could do much better within the school.

Do you think there’s not enough of an emphasis on ethics?

Too much about teaching ethics in law school has been about learning enough to pass a multiple-choice test on ethics that all law students have to pass.

Do you think this new vision of a law school could inspire others?

I don’t know. Change is difficult. My goal is to create the best possible law school that we can. If we do things that work and other schools want to copy it, that would be wonderful, but that’s not how I’m approaching it. ✶

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actually work at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art are really fine, nice people. They work in the arts, for one thing. They’re all distressingly well-educated, for another. They put on really great programs for kids! (People tell me.)

But the museum itself is too big. It’s doughy, and bloated, and sluglike, and despite its new infusions of Eli Broad’s lovely money – and maybe even because of them – it hasn’t aged well. The new Serras in particular, sprawling Jabba-like over 20,000 square feet on the first floor of the new Broad Contemporary, are like sticking two lips filled with 200 tons of collagen each on a desperate and crazy lady’s melting face.

It looks like Janice Dickinson.

There are three possible hypotheses: like other brontosauruses, LACMA is so afraid of being outshone by the smartalecky kids starting up in their garage that they get paralyzed (the General Motors model of abject failure); or they’re so goddamned arrogant they think their imprimatur alone is enough (our imploding friends at the L.A. Times); or they’re really kind of nuts and they molest the art (Roger Mahony and Mother Church).

Any or all of those are possible, and it really doesn’t matter.

What matters is that I want to punch LACMA in the nards.

That in itself is not necessarily LACMA’s fault – well, I mean, it is – so much as a quirk of criticism. The day I saw Broad’s new building, with its marvelous Cindy Shermans, its surprisingly pretty dead butterflies by Damien Hirst (an artist whose large glass box of flies feasting on rotted meat at the Brooklyn Museum of Art’s “Sensation” in ’97 marked the first time of far too many that I’ve written the phrase “punch [him] in the throat”) and its wretched everything else, I had already been on a date to the exquisite Norton Simon. I had walked that very morning among the Picassos and chunky Braques you see in your collection of garage sale art books. I had sighed myself silly over its Botticelli, its Fra Lippis and its (admittedly minor) Raphael. I had electrocuted myself on its Van Goghs, and rolled my eyes and power-walked through its never-ending collection of the stupid ballerinas of Degas. And now here I was at LACMA. Sure, there was a great stand of monstrous Giacomettis, like a copse of zombies instead of trees. And it had some nice Picassos its own bad self.

But I was wearing date shoes, so my feet already hurt, and the silly Koonses, the scribbly Basquiats, and the Serra-cotta (get it?) left me Greta Garbo-cold. ★

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I attend the press preview promising myself I will be open, and though I hate LACMA and want to hurt it, I will be intellectually honest and liberal-minded and quick to change my preconceptions if faced with something less than lousy. And a curator at the press preview says “ineffable” and “reification” and “even unruly!” and then another curator says “This Chernobyl of an exhibit … a hurlyburly of sights and sounds!” before saying it was five years in the making, and just the inception of the germ of the kernel of the idea took 18 months, and Holy Stasis, Batman, sweet Jesus and good Christ! ★

And so “Phantom Sightings” is ours for the seeing.

The subtitle for “Phantom Sightings” is “Art After the Chicano Movement,” and it is right. There is no movement here, because the curators couldn’t even commit themselves to “the viability of race and ethnicity as a curatorial framework” while curating an ethnic exhibit.

It’s the worst kind of pussyfooting, a pathetic inability to commit, the biggest kowtowing to an invisible (ineffable!) correctness. Chicanos are not all the same, they must have been keening to themselves, and that is true! Black people do not speak for all black people, either, no matter how many times Barack Obama is grilled about Harry Belafonte’s “traitorous” statements. I can also see the point in a postfeminist show, where no-

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body’s marching in lockstep, and that – the “post-” – is exactly the message. Hey, it’s unruly, a hurly-burly out there! But even in a postfeminist show, you’ll still have lots of paintings of ’gina, and if your thesis is that your artists’ names all end in ‘z,’ you’d best find the Latin equivalent of the universal cooch.

The hurly-burly of “Phantom Sightings” is not all trash (and trash can be perfectly pleasant, like one assemblage fashioned from the puffy foam that’s used to plug up rat holes, but which I probably really only liked because it reminded me fondly of 1995).

There are some perfectly compelling and evocative works – and just about all of them come from the heyday of the Chicano movement, ASCO (“nausea”), and 1974. Gronk and Gamboa, Herron and Valdez were sort of Chicano and post-Chicano at the same time, their proto-punk fuckery obliterating any movement earnestness. The L.A. and East L.A. scenes of the early ’70s were pretty avant fucking garde, and it’s to LACMA’s credit that it includes ASCO’s hilarious slashings and asshole murals, always surrounded by ashy concrete, their sly send-ups and “movies without film” that birthed the aesthetic of Repo Man and Eating Raoul. Especially since ASCO were the ones who tagged the museum the first time around, after a curator told them Chicanos didn’t make art – they joined gangs.

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But the big beautiful photographs of ASCO’s happenings give way to … well, some puffy rat hole foam; a couple of crowd-pleasing, Big Daddy Rothstyle lowrider coffins; a hang glider jury-rigged, favela-style, out of GAP flags; some cardboard exhortations; and an “our influences” wall of cubbies of books. Mike Davis is represented in someone’s library, which is nice, and … that’s pretty much what’s nice about that. I’ve long been a fan of both Carlee Fernandez and Ken Gonzalez-Day, but here their work is missable. Series of photos by Christina Fernandez, of Laundromats seen through tagged windows, are perfect in their multiple layers that must be penetrated. Delilah Montoya – whose work I’m sure I also saw at Bergamot last week – presents panoramic photos of migrant campsites, eerily depopulated but for hastily abandoned detritus and water jugs hidden like Easter eggs. Between the two of them, they portray not a universality – they do not speak for all their kind – but certainly an element of the experience of a segment of their people. Both women give us work that’s lovely, personal, intrusive and meaningful.

And that’s … it.

Oh! Except for two black John McCracken-style resinated planks where one bends the other against the wall, whether for a police-style beat-down or a good rogering – or both! – I wasn’t able to determine, but either way (or both!) would have been just fine.

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It’s the same ethos that that turned LACMA’s “Made in California” (with one of the same co-curators, but I’m disinclined to place causation above correlation) into such a horrible muddle. There were floors upon floors upon floors in that 2001 exhibit, and all of them were loaded with orange juice crate labels and ’60s bikinis. The Light & Space guys, meanwhile (and repeat to yourself delightedly New York art snob Joseph Maschek’s bon mot about “hip, young, dropout types hanging out in Venice, California, making fancy baubles for the rich” as often as you want, they are still an integral part of California’s art history), were relegated to a calendar that showed pictures of the artists sitting in their cars. They had a Peter Alexander cloud box, but it was squeezed in amid so many period bathing suits and pictures of Muscle Beach that by the time you got to it, who the fuck could care? ★

Here at least John McCracken is fucking his own ass (maybe), and you have some lovely work, and you have ASCO and all their awesomeness. But when the sleeping giant awoke last May – for a minute, for a minute – you’d think LACMA might have noticed that there is still a viable curatorial framework for ethnic and racial identity, and that there’s nothing to be afraid of. ¡Si, se puede! and viva la, and while you’re at it, fuck tha police.

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Why We Fight Neighborhood Bullys – so, are they any good? ~ BY CHRIS MORRIS ~

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HERE THE FUCK WERE YOU last Thursday night? Maybe gaping coolly at some trendy beardo in Silver Lake, or lovin’ up some tattooed metal dog at a pay-to-play gig on the Strip. Or checking out all that Tivo’ed American Idol shit.

Or Web porn.

Well, I was at the Cinema Bar in Culver City, watching THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES, and you weren’t. Unless you’re Todd Kivi, who lives in the joint, practically, or one of maybe 15 locals, dr unks, or curious indigent types.

So who is THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES, you ask? It isn’t Billy Boy On Poison. But they’re pretty great, too. Saw them at a little gig at the Roxy a couple of weeks ago. They’re barely out of diapers; the lead singer is 16, and he was wearing a gnarly T-shirt and gym shorts, and had duct tape around one ankle. He spit water on the crowd. They lathered up the joint in a very glam steroidal-T. Rex stylee.

But they are not THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES. Yet. No, THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES is unable to draw flies at the Cinema, the tiniest friggin’ watering hole on the Westside (maybe that’s the problem), on a Thursday, a point in the week at which most people have already given up on their shitty jobs and want to get the hell out of the house and rock. But you didn’t rock there. You rocked elsewhere. I’ll ask you where you were when I see you.

I’m taking names.

No, they didn’t draw flies. (’Ceptin’ barflies, and they’re always buzzin’.) Gnats, even. I don’t get it, and I’m not even new in town. But you haven’t missed your last chance: THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES is playing at the Cinema every Thursday night in April. And, trust me, it’s worth crossing the 405 to see ’em. Hell, it’s worth crossing the International Date Line to see ’em.

By now you are most assuredly wondering, who the fuck is THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES? Thought you’d never ask. They’re the NEIGHBORHOOD BULLYS. They’ve been around for a couple years. You weren’t at any of those other gigs, either. I’m trying not to hold it against you. After all this time, I feel … close to you. So I’m forgiving. Loving, even.

But my patience is not infinite.

So again, you ask: Who are these Neighborhood Bullys, who you claim are THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES? Well, Davey Meshell’s the front man/lead singer/bassist/principal

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songwriter. You want credentials, Joe Skeptic? He’s played with Shelby Lynne, Peter Case, John Lee Hooker, and the House of Blues house band, ’mong others.

For the academically inclined: he graduated summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music. Good enough?

But it takes more than one good dude to be THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES. That’s why them call them “bands” – they involve several individuals. You follow? The Bullys also include guitarist Michael Hays, of the Larks. Don’t let his boyish looks (gals take note) fool you: he is one bad string bender. The other guitar chair is usually filled by the fab Eugene Edwards, but he’s been acting like a new dad lately, so Meshell’s Berklee buddy Geoff Pearlman has been letting it rip on stage right lately. Geoff’s played with everyone and their mother, okay? Drumming is my onetime neighborhood homey Joey Galvan, who plays like Keith Moon – or like Keith Moon would, were he not deceased.

So why are these guys THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES, eh? C’mon, Mr. Critic, cough it up! Well, for one thing, this group can blow your head right onto the Cinema’s back patio (a

SONIC NATION shot with a high degree of difficulty, since it requires a tough bank off the back end of the bar and out the rear door), even on a night when the saloon is utterly fly-free.

They can get four drunk chicks (three semi-hot ones, one just okay) and one homely guy (wallet?) stopping by for a nightcap to get up and grind it like pole-dancers at Cheetahs. They even impressed the crackhead who wandered in and asked me, “Sprechen Sie Deutsch?”

These boyos pump out some kind of ass-blastin’ tightly wound post-punkoidal yet chopped ‘n’ channeled consumer-friendly razor-rock, with a little bit o’ fully funktional soul on the back burner and the bottom end. Yep, they’ve got power and chops to spare, and Davey Meshell sings like the top of his head’s on hinges and is going to flip open and expel his brain at any second. But THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES does not live by juice alone, friends. They’ve got the tunes. Bags full of ’em. Did I mention that Mike Chapman, august producer of Suzi Quatro, Blondie, and CITYBEAT

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the Knack, is co-producing the Neighborhood Bullys’ album? I didn’t, did I? Well, he is. And he knows tunes when he hears them. Though I never liked “My Sharona.”

Drove me insane, actually. But I won’t argue.

Among the punch-out tunes THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES played to its humble but suitably worshipful audience were the punky two-minute killer “Lead With Your Lips” (copenned by Silver Lake goddess Eleni Mandell), the aptly attitudinal “Sux 2 B U,” the lovers’ anthem “I’m Bored Let’s Fight” (best song title ever), and the kleptomaniacal “Why I Steal.” R-A-W-K, Sluggo.

“But, Chris,” you say, “my girl likes ballad-type songs.”

Are you pussy-whipped or something? Fear not, you wimp. Davey Meshell’s a soul nut, and he writes the finest neo-Stax back-beating balladry you will hear, chief: “Alive” (co-authored by Tracy Bonham, no less), “All the Way Down,” “If I Have to Ask.” Killers all. And an essential component of THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES’s repertoire. (Didn’t think I’d work that into this graf, did you? Sucker.)

The Bullys wrapped it up ’round 1 a.m. with “Soldier Blues,” a fat-ass antiwar screed that is part J.L. Hooker’s “Boom Boom,” part Having a Rave-Up With the Yardbirds, and 100% skull-stomp. I went out to the patio, picked up my head, screwed it on, and left. But I’ll be back at the Cinema every Thursday this month. Why, you ask? You have so many goddamn questions. Because [dramatic pause] THE NEIGHBORHOOD BULLYS ARE THE BEST FUCKING ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND IN LOS ANGELES. Yeah. ✶

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ISCLAIMER: I AM OLD. Somewhere between 25 and 40, but like 894 in Viper Room years. So rolling up to Hell Ya! night at Viper Room to see Walter Meego, I prepared myself for feeling like someone’s (very-somewhat-cool-yetout-of-place) aunt.

First of all, Colin Yarck: You little minx. The way the Walter Meego keyboard/computer impresario makes love to the dance floor with nothing in front of him but a Mac notebook is startling.

No one else in the room was dancing, but you, sir, had Bunsen burners under your toes, stealing all the thunder from vocalist Justin Sconza, who was ruggedly-handsome-in-a-Keanu-Reeves/LouDiamond-Phillips-way (but rugged). Did I just drop the Diamond Phillips? Ay La Bamba, I did. I think I just turned 895.

Sconza is the straight man to the flamboyantly electronica’d-out Yarck and his

LIVE cyber waltz, layering lush vocals over the somewhat harsh beats, derivative of Daft Punk but minus the melody. The classically trained pianist tickled the keys enough, I suppose, but there was no Chopin, no Tchaikovsky. But you have to know the rules to break ’em. The main one he broke was showing up in a flannel and leather moccasin slippers. Seriously. Even Jackson Browne wears shoes.

What I didn’t hear was the quirky Incredible Moses Leroy-like tunes from the band’s newest release, Voyager. Maybe they just pumped up the jams for the stage show, but I missed the emphasis on the Xanadu-era ELO that I heard before in “Girls.” I was not so fond of the techno dance party before me. The reverb rolled through the floor, girls in la-

tex pants and tube socks danced without a smidge of irony. I turned 896.

A British boy fresh off the boat once told me guitar was dead, that no one listened to rock music anymore. No one!

That cheeky lad went on to discover the Beatles in America, so those words seem a little hollow now. But looking around the Viper Room, I saw his point. Walter Meego barely touches a guitar, and when they do it seems more for posturing than any sort of artistic element. There were no shared I-love-this-song glances between girls mopping the dance floor with their sweaty tresses, just self-involved chatterers with feathers in their hair and Stellas Artois in their grips.

But then it was Plushgun time. Plushgun, for those who have never seen Plushgun – likely most of you since this was the band’s first time performing in Los Angeles – are from Brooklyn. And at first I thought, this guy, lead singer Dan Ingala, is no Mick Jagger.

I stood corrected. He’d never played a tambourine in public before. That did not stop him. He has no fashion sense whatsoever. That, too, did not deter. He had drive and a deep need to get people moving their asses, even offering up a T-shirt for a dance-off during songs like “How We Roll” and “Just Impolite,” in which he walks the line like Johnny Cash. If it wasn’t already his shirt, he would have walked away a winner.

After five minutes of tambourine tangents, he let the crowd in on his virginal cymbal status. “You rock it!” some equally girly guy yelled.

“Yeah, I do rock it,” he said with absolute aplomb. His voice? A bit like a Geddy Lee-Mark Almond lovechild mixed with Debbie Harry sass. God bless the gays. And if they’re not gay they should be. They’d rock West Hollywood.✶

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Beckley, etc… I don’t normally adPerhaps you’re leery of the fact that Tolins’s dress this column directly to you Twilight of the Golds and If Memory Serves were movers and shakers who run panned in New York after receiving some enL.A.’s larger nonprofit theater companies. I try couraging reviews of their premieres at the to speak directly to audiences. But unless one of Pasadena Playhouse. Such New York-centric you sees Jonathan Tolins’s Secrets of the Trade thoughts, if you have them, don’t help your prisoon, chances are that not many L.A. theatergoers mary audiences in L.A. or the cause of keeping will get to enjoy this immensely entertaining and L.A. writers working for the stage. But this play accessible new play.

– which is set primarily in New York but also in It’s at one of L.A.’s smallest and therefore L.A. and Boston – is less topical and more solidleast accessible venues, the enterprising Black ly constructed than those Dahlia, which can accommoplays. Loosely autobiographdate about 30 people – as long ical (but Tolins won’t conas no one is extremely fat. firm specific parallels), it glows When I talked to Tolins early with authenticity. last week, only one ticket was Tolins wrote it on a South still available for last weekend.

Coast Repertory commission The production is scheduled from 1996, and it has held up to close April 20: even if the enbeautifully over the last tire run sold out, only about decade. It’s Tolins’s favorite of 900 people would see it. his plays.

Its potential audience Center Theatre Group – should be much, much larger. yes, that’s you, Michael Ritchie Although it’s about the ma– has a policy of occasionally turing of a young, theater-obfinding worthy productions sessed man from ages 16 to at L.A.’s small theaters and 26, during the decade from more or less transplanting 1980 to 1990, its appeal should them into the larger Kirk Douextend far beyond theater fans ~ TOLINS: SECRETS AND LIES ~ glas Theatre. Shakman’s stagfrom that era. ing of Secrets of the Trade is a Tolins focuses on Andy Lipmore logical candidate for this program than just man’s often conflicting relationships with his about any other production I’ve seen. caring, overbearing parents and with a famous In one of his darkest moments, Glover’s charadult theatrical mentor. Most people have paracter complains, “There’s nothing left of the ents, and many of us are parents (including theater except its ability to make you feel guilty Tolins, who recently adopted four-year-old Selidoing anything else.” You captains of the farna with his partner, Robert Cary). Quite a few of flung L.A. theater industry could help dispel us have either been a mentor or a mentee. Anysuch gloomy thoughts by staging Secrets of the one who has ever been on either side of any of Trade. ✶ these relationships is likely to find something of value in Secrets of the Trade. Two weeks after I saw Secrets of the Trade, Black Dahlia Theatre, the play, I repeatedly laughed out loud all over 5453 W. Pico Blvd., L.A. (800) 838-3006. again when I read the script.

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No Free Refills ... Go There Anyway Coffee is an obsession at LA Mill ~ BY RICHARD FOSS ~ HERE IS NO ITEM OF FOOD and beverage so arcane that someone, somewhere, won’t obsess over it. People have devoted their lives to making the most silken tofu, the perfect bacon, the apotheosis of chocolate – and let’s not even get started on the wine and beer snobs who use outrageously poetic metaphors to describe their favorite tipples.

I was therefore not surprised when the encyclopedic coffee menu at LA Mill included the phrase “thick with fruit and berry flavors, with complementary savory notes of tomato broth … .” in a 34-word description of Kenyan Gichi coffee.

When I tasted my cup, by Jove, there were indeed fruity and berryish flavors, and a hint of something I might even call tomato. I’ve tried many coffees, liked some and hated others, but never analyzed a cup so intensively as that one.

Welcome to Olympic-level coffee tasting, available daily at LA Mill. The coffee sommelier (you had to ask?) will not only help you select a bean from their vast variety, but will offer your choice of four brewing methods – regular filter, Danish wire mesh filter, French press, and the German siphon method that looks like a chemistry set.

Think it doesn’t make a difference? It does, because some methods filter out oils that are part of the flavor. Having tried the same coffee brewed several different ways, I prefer the French press for flavor, but often order the siphon method because it’s great coffee and fun to watch the process. The baristas at LA Mill seem delighted when you order comparisons like this, because it suggests that you might be as obsessed and analytical about flavor as they are. They also love decaf drinkers, who they know are there for the flavor rather than the effect.

This café might be considered a coffee tasting room that serves food, if it weren’t for the fact that the food is worth the trip by itself. The menu here was created by the mighty Michael Cimarrusti of Providence, and it’s as eclectic as anyone can ask for. Some items seem self-consciously odd, such as the breakfast of polenta with butternut squash topped with candied pecans and mascarpone cheese ($9). It works surprisingly well, corn, squash and cheese merging into a light,

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refreshing sort of porridge. You can of course get a more conventional breakfast, such as eggs topped with a mix of exotic wild mushrooms sautéed with applewood-smoked bacon ($10).

That’s not all that conventional – you can get your free-range organic eggs scrambled or baked in a clay dish – but it’s pedestrian compared to some of the other offerings. It’s also quite good, and you can taste the difference between real wild mushrooms and the shiitakes with enoki thrown in that are sometimes substituted around L.A. The eclectic attitude continues at lunchtime, with sandwiches and panini, fresh seafood items, and salads. The standout is house-cured Tasmanian sea trout with rice crackers, wasabi peas, chives, and watermelon radish ($14), a stunningly arranged dish that may be the most beautiful plate in L.A. The fish is surrounded by colorful confetti of things that go crunch, and it’s beautiful and delicious. I’ve also enjoyed the potato-leek soup with manila clams and bacon ($12), a rich, warming chowder that balances seafood tang and onion sharpness, and I appreciated a panini of Spanish cheese, scallions, chorizo, and piquillo pepper ($14). The only thing that disappointed was a French ham baguette ($12), because it was authentic, but ordinary – good ham, fresh butter, and a nice baguette, but something I could have had anywhere. The freshly made Yukon Gold potato chips that came with it were a consolation, but there are more interesting things on this menu.

As I relaxed with a cup of orange zested cappuccino (tasty and not as bizarre as the “liquid tiramisu” or “jelly doughnut in a cup”), I was sure that I had just enjoyed the best breakfast in miles – and I was in Silver Lake, so that means something. LA Mill started serving dinner two weeks ago, and I’ll return to try it, because an establishment that can transform breakfast like this is capable of anything. ✶

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A selection of reviews by Richard Foss (RF), Elizabeth Hanauer (EH), and others as noted.

BEVERLY HILLS Fogo de Chão, 133 N. La Cienega Blvd., (310) 289-7755.

This upscale Brazilian churrascaria (i.e., steak house) offers multiple wonders, including the bountiful salad bar and such hot dishes as polenta and fried bananas. A parade of meat begins as soon as you signal your interest; it’s enough to stir the heart of any carnivore. Call for reservations. (RF) $$$$ The Grill on the Alley, 9560 Dayton Way, (310) 276-0615.

Steaks and chops and big drinks in an old-fashioned steakhouse setting is the drill; rather a Hollywood canteen at lunch. $$$-$$$$ Ruth’s Chris Steak House, 224 S. Beverly Dr., (310) 8598744. Classic steak-house fare: The huge steaks come with pats of butter melting on top, and you can get sides of potato dishes and the classic creamed spinach, with cheesecake for dessert. Very New York, but it’s a chain that originated in New Orleans. $$$$

DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES Engine Co. 28, 644 S. Figueroa St., (213) 624-6996.

Downtown businesspeople and visiting firemen enjoy steaks, chops, and hear ty specialties (meat loaf, sausages) drawn from firefighters’ cookbooks. (They’re a notoriously gourmand lot.) $$$-$$$$ Original Pantry Café, 877 S. Figueroa St., (213) 9729279. Almost never closed in more than 75 years, famous for the sawdust on the floors, the open grill, and the ritual inexpensive meals. Owned by former mayor Richard Riordan. $ Redwood Bar & Grill, 316 W. Second St., downtown L.A., (213) 680-2600. Theredwoodbar.com. The seagoing décor and vintage pirate flicks are a hoot. The kitchen has some strange ideas – succotash as an appetizer? – but it’s very fast and very good. Try the excellent fish and chips or the Winemaker’s steak, coated with charred grapes and melted Manchego cheese to give a hint of smoky sweetness. Street parking only. (RF) $$

GLENDALE, PASADENA El Morfi Grill, 241 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, (818) 5474420. Got a meat craving? The Argentinean fare here will satisfy it. Highlights include New York steak with chimmichurri sauce, meaty pastas, and provoletta (provolone cheese layered with herbs and melted as a bread dip).

(RF) $-$$ Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St., South Pasadena, (626) 441-2443. The comforting richness of a meal at this exotic, eclectic spot leaves you feeling very warm and cozy. Highlights include the special Thursday tapas menu; white and red sangria; peppercorn duck breast; and, for dessert, mini-churros with hot chocolate. (RF) $$$ Japon Bistro, 927 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 744-1751. Worth a trip for its excellent service, innovative sushi and cooked dishes, and the best sake menu at a reasonable price. Sample three sakes for $12, and order from a selection of fairly standard Japanese dinners, sushi and small plates, or blackboard specials of the day (and, in some cases, week, month, and year). (RF) $$

Hideo Yamashiro, who has given L.A. some fine restaurants, it offers a variety of seafood, vegetable, and meat dishes for sharing – and reconnecting with friends. (RF) $$$ Soot Bull Jeep, 3136 W. Eighth St., L.A., (213) 387-3865.

Like any Korean restaurant, this has a lot more than just marinated meats cooked at your table. While grilling away, diners snack on a variety of banchan: steamed spinach with sesame oil, radishes and carrots in a sweet bean sauce, spicy kimchi ranging from mild to startling, and more. (RF) $$

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY Alcazar, 17239 Ventura Blvd., Encino, (818) 789-0991.

The best place in the Valley to experience the delicacy and complexity of a real Lebanese banquet. The menu is vast and the dishes well described. Full bar. Call for reservations. (RF) $$ Anarbagh, 22721 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, (818) 224-3929. Its menu is rooted in Moghul Indian cuisine, often using the tandoori oven to seal flavors in meat or fish and bake fluffy naan breads, and Anarbagh also serves some southern Indian dishes, milder than northern food, with mango and coconut. Service is knowledgeable and fluent, though occasionally slow at dinner on weekends, probably because everything is made to order. Relax and have a lassi, tea, or Indian beer; you’ll be rewarded with an exceptional experience. (RF) $$ Boneyard Bistro, 13539 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, (818) 906-7427. This popular space in a stylish room has tightly packed tables, an impressive array of wine bottles, and a menu divided between classic barbecue choices (ribs, chicken, brisket) and “bistro” selections (salads, starters, a few fancy plates). Service can be lax, and not every dish is successful, but they are all interesting. (RF) $$

SILVER LAKE, LOS FELIZ The Edendale Grill, 2838 Rowena Ave., Silver Lake, (323) 666-2000. This creatively remodeled 1920s firehouse is beautifully preserved, and entirely appropriate for a fine restaurant. The menu offers creatively reinterpreted American food in a comfortable setting with professional service. Note: very poor signage. Full bar; some vegetarian items. Call for reservations. (RF) $$-$$$

WEST HOLLYWOOD O-Bar, 8279 Santa Monica Blvd., (323) 822-3300. The wonderfully odd setting feels like being underwater.

Such familiar dishes as pot roast, stuffed pork chops, and macaroni and cheese – along with mildly exotic items like Thai-style red curry fish and Peking duck salad – all get interesting eclectic twists. Dinner served ’til 2 a.m. (RF) $$$

WEST LOS ANGELES, CULVER CITY Gyu-Kaku, 10925 W. Pico Blvd., West L.A., (310) 2348641. The L.A. outpost of a Japanese chain devoted to Korean barbecue; grills are set in the table, and you cook your choice from a long list of meat, fish, and shellfish possibilities. Tasty and fun. $$ Il Moro, 11400 W. Olympic Blvd., L.A., (310) 575-3530.

The Milanese choose to remember Il Moro’s refined tastes and forget his poor politics; but was his table ever as fine as this? The menu mixes classic and modern northern Italian ideas, and the owners are obviously wine fanatics – your problem will be to narrow down the things you’d like to try on the vast by-the-glass list. Full bar; some vegetarian items. (RF) $$ La Dijonaise, 8703 Washington Blvd., Culver City, (310) 287-2770. There’s more to Dijonaise cuisine than mustard, of course. You can sample café favorites from throughout France at this lively, inexpensive bistro, occupying a corner of the old Helms Bakery building. Full bar. (RF) $$ Native Foods, 1110 1/2 Gayley Ave., Westwood, (310) 209-1055. The grail for Westside vegans, this cheerful, bi-level café concocts non-dairy veggie dishes excerpted from worldwide cuisines. Homemade tempeh and seitan (wheat gluten) get grilled or stewed and worked into meal-sized salads, tacos, burritos, and flat wraps.

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Chosun Galbi, 3330 W. Olympic Blvd., L.A., (323) 7343330. This hip-looking Korean barbecue offers a wide choice of noodle dishes, soups, and, of course, meat.

The banchan selection is well varied, although everything but the kimchee is fresh-tasting but mild. A good introduction to Korean food. (RF) $$$ Csardas, 5820 Melrose Ave., L.A., (323) 962-6434. A taste of Hungary in L.A. Csardas (pronounced char-dosh) offers inexpensive meals during the week, and a bargain $20 weekend buffet. A lively crowd gathers later for karaoke (Hungarioke?). (RF) $$ Guelaguetza, 11127 Palms Blvd., L.A., (310) 837-1153.

The restaurant that introduced L.A. to the cuisine of Oaxaca, most famous for mole sauce. Here it comes in many rich, complex, and profoundly savory variations containing chocolate, herbs, ground nuts, spices, and more.

Also try the cactus salad, chicken tamale, and fresh fruit drinks. Finish with the hot chocolate – a hedonistic delight. Locations also at 3337 1/2 W. Eighth St., (213) 427-0601; and 3014 W. Olympic Blvd., (213) 427-0608.

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The Counter, 2901 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, (310) 399-8383. At this unique diner, burgers can be made from beef, turkey, veggies, or a chicken breast, in sizes ranging from one-third to a full pound. Choose from nine cheeses, 21 vegetables, 12 sauces, and three types of bread (or get it over a salad). (RF) $ Jin Patisserie, Pastry Boutique & Tea Garden, 1202 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, (310) 399-8801. This open-air “pastry boutique” is for those who love tea – the beverage and the meal. Lunch features various quiches or sandwiches, all with tea and “cake of the day.” Divine.

(Rebecca Epstein) $-$$ The Library Alehouse, 2911 Main St., Santa Monica, (310) 314-4855. This place offers some modern dishes, but its heart and soul is American comfort food, with excellent barbecued ribs, fried chicken, curly fries, and a nice Chinese chicken salad. (Yes, it’s American.) You can have a field day with the impressively varied craft beers on tap.

(RF) $ The Novel Café, 212 Pier Ave., Santa Monica, (310) 3968566. At this eclectic café and bookstore, you can spend $15 for a very full dinner, but only if you indulge in dessert. A few items are lacking in flavor, but standouts include fresh salads; a turkey burger on good crusty bread; and the goat cheese melt, a vegetarian feast. Many vegetarian, some vegan, choices. (RF) $

Orris, 2006 Sawtelle Blvd., L.A., (310) 268-2212 or Orrisrestaurant.com. This little tapas hotspot manages to be upscale and egalitarian at the same time. It doesn’t take reservations, but creative culinary brilliance and excellent service are enjoyed by all. The brainchild of chef

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HERE ARE VERY FEW filmmakers with the technique, style, and sheer will to create strange, instantly accessible worlds that not only draw the viewer in, but also remain in the mind as places worthy of revisiting.

In America, David Lynch is the most obvious living example; for me, Guy Maddin, Jean-Pierre Jeunet, Alfonso Cuaron, and Guillermo del Toro are among the others with that power ... as is Russian director Aleksandr Sokurov, whose latest feature, Alexandra, opens this week at the Nuart.

It’s ironic that Sokurov’s best known film in the West (by far) is not very characteristic of his other recent work. Russian Ark (released here in 2003) achieved some notoriety for its technical daring: It was allegedly shot in one long, continuous take.

(I have no reason to doubt Sokurov, but I must add that cautionary adverb because I’ve been burned on similar claims in the past.) Gliding around the Hermitage, St. Petersburg’s famous museum, Sokurov’s camera recorded an intricately choreographed spectacle – part art lecture, part historical pageant, part debate about the Russian soul.

Alexandra is nothing like that, having much more in common with Mother and Son (1997) and Father and Son (2004), Sokurov’s other two features to have received brief theatrical releases in the U.S. The technical challenges of Russian Ark handicapped his greatest asset – a talent for composing breathtaking visuals that evoke and rival oil paintings by masters. Andrew Sarris called Mother and Son “the most deliberately painterly film I’ve ever seen,” which pretty much nails it.

It may be too deliberately painterly. Mother and Son is also like “gazing at an oil

painting, waiting for it to move” (as my colleague John Powers once wrote about a film from Andrei Tarkovsky, Sokurov’s early champion).

Father and Son – an outright masterpiece – was not only visually in the same league, but aurally as well, with the most effective expressionistic sound mix this side of Lynch. (Having a little more motion on the screen didn’t hurt either.) Rather than following a “plot,” the whole moved with nearly the abstractness of music.

In Alexandra – which could easily have been titled Grandmother and Grandson – Sokurov manages to seduce us into a dreamy mood even before the first image appears on screen. Over the black-andwhite opening credits, we hear a blend of faint sound effects, a soprano singing on a distant radio, and heavy Tchaikovskian orchestral music. As we strain to decipher the sounds, we are transported inside the title character’s POV. Alexandra (Galina Vishnevskaya) – a matronly woman, presumably in her 70s or 80s – is waiting for a train in a dusty Russian town. It’s no standard passenger train, but rather a rough-hewn troop transport, and a group of soldiers solicitously help her into what is barely more than an empty boxcar.

The images are all burnished, nearly monochromatic. Even though setting and behavior are within the bounds of reality, everything seems slightly off. People move just a tad slowly, as though Sokurov has ordered cinematographer Aleksandr Burov to overcrank the camera just a few frames per second. We linger on closeups half a beat too long.

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Actually, none of these, as it turns out.

Too old to get around much anymore, Alexandra is on her way for a visit – likely her last – with her grandson, Denis (Vasily Shevtsov), a Russian Army officer stationed in Chechnya. (The locale is never quite pinned down, but the movie was shot near Grozny, the Chechen capital, and once or twice the soldiers refer to the locals as Caucasians.) She arrives in the middle of the night, and you can viscerally feel her disorientation.

As always, Sokurov displays almost no interest in “plot.” Despite several ominous moments, nothing dramatic happens.

Alexandra spends a few days at the camp, spends as much time as she can with Denis (who has to go off on missions), and visits the nearby town, where – despite the understandable hostility the locals feel toward Russians – she develops an instant bond with a woman (Raisa Gichaeva) roughly her own age.

Sokurov characterizes Alexandra as an antiwar film, yet we never literally see the war. We can sometimes hear it on the soundtrack, and every frame shows manifestations of a bellicose occupation – weapons; rough, prefab barracks; homesick soldiers; and, most emphatically, the simmering resentment of the younger locals, who seem ready to explode at any moment. War has so permeated everyone’s lives – the soldiers, the townspeople, even Alexandra – that it’s barely worth remarking on.

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trip isn’t helping. Suddenly transplanted from her home to an alien environment with 100-degree heat, she can’t stay awake and on her feet very long. She closes her eyes for a moment and opens them again to discover that the sun has fallen or risen.

The audience, firmly located in her consciousness, shares her momentary befuddlement.

With so much detail, I may be doing the film a disservice by trying to convey in words an accomplishment that is almost wholly sensual rather than intellectual.

The movie is anchored by Vishnevskaya’s utterly natural performance – all the more impressive when you consider that she is not a theatrical or film actress. She is, in fact, a venerated opera singer, whom Sokurov cast after making a documentary about her and her husband, the great cellist Mstislav Rostropovich. She brings decades of a diva’s gravitas and stage presence to the screen.

It is not only Vishnevskaya, Sokurov, and cinematographer Burov who deserve credit for the film’s almost hallucinatory spell.

The crucial sound design (uncredited) is in the vein of Gus Van Sant’s Elephant; its central element – the music by Andrei Sigle (who also co-produced) – is one of the most impressive orchestral scores in years, a throwback to the heavy romantic style that dominated Russian music in the late 19th and early 20th century. So accurate is Sigle’s recreation that at first I took it to be obscure snippets sampled from the catalogs of Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff. ✶ Alexandra. Written and directed by Aleksandr Sokurov. With Galina Vishnevskaya, Vasily Shevtsov, and Raisa Gichaeva. Opens Friday at the Nuart.

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It’s neither his most difficult nor least popular title; the rights haven’t been tangled up in lawsuits. All of Lynch’s other features have been released here in digital form – some (Blue Velvet, Wild at Heart) more than once, one (Dune) even on HD-DVD (R.I.P.). Lost Highway itself has been out in numerous foreign versions. For years, the best edition available was the German version and, more recently, British and French releases – which, of course, require a region-free, PAL-to-NTSC-capable player.

Finally – just when I was hoping to stop buying standard DVDs and concentrate on Blu-ray Discs – Universal has gotten around to giving Lost Highway a DVD release.

The story and style have some similarities to Mulholland Dr.: Both have characters who literally change identities, under mysterious, not fully explained circumstances; both are haunted by ghoulish figures and shadowy conspiracies.

DVD EYE At first, Lost Highway seems to center around jazz musician Fred Madison (Bill Pullman), who thinks his wife, Renee (Patricia Arquette with red hair), may be cheating on him. But Fred may just be nuts: he’s experiencing inexplicably weird stuff, much of it initiated by the demonic Mystery Man (a nearly unrecognizable Robert Blake).

Halfway through the film, without any clear explanation, Fred transforms into, or is replaced by, Pete Dayton (Balthazar Getty), a gen-X auto mechanic from Van Nuys. At first, it seems as though we are starting a new story, but soon little bits of Fred’s world begin to infect Pete’s reality. Alice, the moll of a gangster named Mr. Eddie (Robert Loggia), looks exactly like a blonde Renee.

If you equate Van Nuys with Hell – an amusing notion – then Lost Highway could be seen as a retelling of Orpheus and Eurydice: a musician descends into the land of the dead to try

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to reclaim his lover. I can see several likelier ways to read the film, none of them conclusive or wholly satisfying. The interweaving of repeated images, words, and events is almost as rich as in Blue Velvet but not nearly as neat. Like the last 10 minutes of 2001, it simultaneously challenges us to “figure out” its puzzle, while making any clean solution impossible. Like 2001, it took me two viewings to pick up half of what was going on.

And, like 2001, it’s a film better absorbed and experienced than analyzed.

Some of its central elements seem to have been consciously reused by Michael Haneke in Caché (2005); and some were similar to ideas in Steven Soderbergh’s Schizopolis, shot almost simultaneously with Lost Highway. (In a 2001 interview, Lynch suggested to me a provocative explanation of the latter coincidence.

Archive.salon.com/ent/movies/int/2001/10/12/lynch _interview/.)

Universal’s DVD is a strictly bare-bones affair: There are no extras, not even a trailer. There are 18 chapters, which suggests that Lynch – no fan of chapter stops – had no involvement with the release. (None is claimed by Universal.) As best as I could tell in a crude A/B comparison, the transfer is perhaps a little darker than the German DVD and has a superior sound mix. The box incorrectly lists the length as 2 hours and 25 minutes; the disc is, in fact, 11 minutes shorter than that, which coincides with the theatrical length. (The foreign versions are all sped up by seven minutes or so, as a result of the PAL transfer.)

I’m delighted that this is finally available, since Lost Highway is a very darkly shot film, and the VHS was close to unwatchable. In fact, it’s so darkly shot that it cries out for a new transfer and a Blu-ray edition. But, ‘till then, this will do. ✶ Lost Highway. Directed by David Lynch.

Written by David Lynch & Barry Gifford.

Director of photography, Peter Deming, A.S.C. Music by Angelo Badalamenti; additional music composed by Barry Adamson. With Bill Pullman, Patricia Arquette, Balthazar Getty, Robert Loggia, Robert Blake, Michael Massee, Natasha Gregson Wagner, Gary Busey, Lucy Butler, Richard Pryor, and Jack Nance. Universal Studios Home Entertainment, $19.99.

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LATEST REVIEWS CHAOS THEORY On the morning of his daughter's wedding, regimented ef ficiency exper t Frank (Ryan Reynolds) stops his twitchy future son-in-law (Chris Martin) from dashing out the back door by pouring a tequila and recounting the worst month of his marriage to peevish teacher Susan (Emily Mortimer). Deciding to trick her uptight husband (who only truly glows when talking about his To Do list), she messes with the minute hand on the clock, setting off a disastrous domino effect of flir-

tatious hotel bar Tangerinis, paternity tests, and naked streaking across a hockey rink.

The framing device is lazy, but allows for a sweet kick in the final scene. R yan Reynolds’s acting deserves more credit: After all, he shacks up with Scarlett Johansson at night, then by day transforms into Hollywood’s lumpen everyman. He specializes in anti-romance romances, love stories that draw their power from admitting that love stinks (but it’s still worth it). Despite its polemic simplicity, Daniel Taplitz’s slight parable is charming. Reynolds has one Big Speech about the nature of the human heart, but Taplitz largely keeps the sadness just under the surface, where we can sense Susan and Frank’s marital frustrations, along with their hopes for a better tomorrow that we know lies ahead. (Amy Nicholson) (Pacific’s ArcLight)

DEVIL GIRL Fay (Jessica Graham) is handy with a pool cue and a stick shift. She’s less skilled on the pole of the Burning Bush, a desert strip club in one of those rural stretches where a preacher blasts from every radio station. But an evil hitchhiker (Joe Wanjai Ross), grease-painted up like a harlequin, has stolen her wallet, so prancing around in pink marabou is the only way she can afford to fix her busted fuel pump and get the hell out of Dodge before the mysterious Devil Girl (Vanessa Kay) starts cracking skulls.

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This music doc from David Peck, Phillip Galloway, and Tom Gulotta examines a sadly overlooked black songwriter of the highest order. With deep roots in gospel music, Curtis Mayfield was the pivotal figure in Chicago’s thriving soul music scene of the 1960s. His songs always seemed up-to-the-minute with the concerns of black America, addressing love and expressing the spirit of the civil rights movement through the sweet harmonies of the Impressions. He recognized the need for autonomy, and his independent work exuded post-Vietnam urban cynicism. The groundbreaking Super fly soundtrack set the bar high for blaxploitation films; Mayfield’s songs took the sheen off a movie that glorified drugs. But then a tragic accident incapacitated him, cutting short a glorious career and a keen, observant artistic mind. The generic format of talking heads – among them Andrew Young, the Impressions, Chuck D, and Mayfield himself – setting up old performance clips works well enough, but is hardly innovative. Still this sturdy, overdue tribute may rectify Mayfield’s unjust neglect. (Kirk Silsbee) (Tue, 8, at 7 Dudley Cinema, Sponto Gallery, 7 Dudley St., Venice; free; 310-306-7330)

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A FOUR LETTER WORD Chelsea boy Luke (Jesse Archer) is a bit of a horn-dog; between his clerk job at a gay porn store and his numerous hot trickaroonies, he has little time to devote to a greater romantic commitment. Still, after a unique sex club “meet cute” (a “suck cute,” really) with handsome, macho Stephen (Charlie David), Luke is head over heels (and heels over head) in love. But it turns out that Stephen has a secret career that usually requires being paid in hundred-dollar bills for around-the-world service. Complications (and some bragging) ensue.

Director Casper Andreas’s pleasingly daffy sex comedy has little more on its mind than the Great Gay God of Penis – not such a bad thing. The script, credited to Andreas and Archer, is rich with sprightly one-liners and sexy gags: A subplot at Sexual Compulsives Anonymous is downright hilarious. Yet the fast-paced, Manhattan-centric film also possesses an emotional awareness that feels remarkably in tune with today’s younger gay generation. Archer cuts a charismatic and sexy figure, and the film gets the down-and-dirty, frivolous, Chelsea-in-spring atmosphere just right, a latter-day queer wonderland. (Paul Birchall) (Laemmle’s Sunset 5)

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clown and the tough girl whose dad called her “grease monkey” – hews closely to the formula. Askins’s flick (co-written with Tracy Wilcox) is in lust with the road, bleached out and whipping by fast. It’s a fine piece of trash – that’s a compliment – with its retro kitsch collage of burlesque jiggles, poker chips, flames, crosses, and hot rods; it’s not as free-spirited or fun as the ’70s porn it references, but that’s because everything but the acting is trying too hard. (Amy Nicholson) (Fri-Sat, midnight, Laemmle’s Sunset 5)

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NIM’S ISLAND In this colorful, intimately scaled Robinson Crusoe/Swiss Family Robinson-type adventure tale, 11-year-old Nim (Abigail Breslin) lives alone with her widowed, marine biologist father (Gerard Butler) on a remote island in the South Pacific. When a storm unexpectedly sweeps him out to sea, though, Nim is left truly alone ... and scared. What begins as a series of research e-mail queries from Nim’s favorite adventure novelist, Alexandra Rover (Jodie Foster), awakens bravery and fortitude in both parties. Soon Alexandra – in actuality a San Francisco recluse hampered by agoraphobia – starts living up to the mettle of her fictional alter ego (also played by Butler) and sets off on a quest to aid her young fan.

Co-directed by Jennifer Flackett and Marc Levin, Nim’s Island surfs along on a precious little wave of handcrafted production design. There is a sometimes slightly cloying tendency to state the obvious with respect to feeling and plot point, and the abortive wrapup, once Alexandra and Nim are finally brought together, feels a bit anticlimactic. Still, the game, engaging participation of Foster and Butler elevates this sweetly pitched familyfriendly flick, whose success lies at least partly in its allegorical representation of awakened adolescent imagination. (Brent Simon) (Citywide)

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ORTHODOX STANCE Even though the double entendre title refers both to a right-handed boxing position and its subject’s religious convictions, Jason Hutt’s documentary could be about any up-and-coming pugilist on the professional circuit. Dmitriy Salita studies televised bouts; he fires and

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hires trainers; he takes heat for being overweight. But he’s also an Orthodox Jew, who ships kosher meat in from New York when he’s on the road and doesn’t fight on the Sabbath.

Although the welterweight’s devotion is certainly genuine, it’s also a gimmick – a novelty that earns him write-ups in Sports Illustrated and The Washington Post and leverage during contract negotiations. The publicity stunts culminate with the nickname “The Star of David” and Hasidic Reggae ringside music.

What’s nicely explored here is Salita’s multicultural posse – including black, Hispanic, and Jewish advisers – and the logistics of reconciling spiritual practice with the demands of the sport. (In a match between religious observance and promotional considerations, Budweiser wins.) But Hutt’s cinema verité style fails to probe the inner contradictions of a religious man immersed in a violent sports culture. Salita mentions that he “found God through boxing,” but he ultimately leaves the audience to puzzle over the paradox. (Annlee Ellingson) (Laemmle’s Music Hall 3)

SMART PEOPLE Lawrence Wetherhold (Dennis Quaid) is a newly tenured English professor, less recent widower, and thoroughly pedantic bastard. Kids James (Ashton Holmes) and Vanessa (Ellen Page) aren’t much better: He’s secretive, she’s a Republican. Into this Mensa mix comes a doctor named Janet (Sarah Jessica Parker); just when she’s forgiven Lawrence for once giving her a C+, he knocks her up, and she freezes him out.

Mark Poirier’s script hinges on three whopping implausibilities: 1) that Janet wants Lawrence; 2) that Vanessa wants her cheeseball slacker Uncle Chuck (Thomas Haden Church); and 3) that we give a damn about any of them. After much hand-wringing over the Hiltonization of our culture, recent Hollywood flicks like this and The Savages suggest a determined swerve toward stories about the intelligentsia – only to remind us that idiots are more entertaining. More false than any of Ms. Hilton’s “accidental” panty-flashings, Noam Murro’s dull, meandering dramedy reduces love to a montage and mourning to Quaid’s inability to ride shotgun. When he finally straps in – right before his big “I know I’m a miserable asshole ... ” love speech – we’re supposed to cheer, even though we never understood his hang-up in the first place.

However, besides insulting our intelligence, the film’s most dangerous move is dashing our good will for Page, whose brainiac shtick has soured into a scene where she drunkenly pesters a posse of bar chicks about what it’s like to be stupid. (Amy Nicholson) (Citywide)

STREET KINGS Veteran Los Angeles cop Tom Ludlow (Keanu Reeves) is an off-the-book type of guy, more than willing to do the dirty work and dark bidding of his captain (Forest Whitaker), a political animal with an eye on higher office. When evidence implicates Ludlow in the execution of his whistle-blowing former partner, though, he’s forced to go up against the corrupt cop culture he’s been a part of for his entire life.

An inelegant, tedious exercise in manufactured grittiness, Street Kings is based on a story by James Ellroy, and one can feel its desperate desire to please from the first frame, when Reeves’s character rolls out of bed, loads his gun, takes a long, hard stare in the mirror, and vomits. Wait, isn’t he also supposed to take a belt of alcohol? Oh, that comes 45 seconds later, when he hits the liquor store. Directed by Training Day scribe David Ayer, Street Kings angles to be a moral code mash-up of that film and L.A. Confidential, with lots of characters played by recognizable faces. But the performances start out at such an elevated pitch – Whitaker in particular is wildly out of control – that the movie is left with nowhere to go, except from the mildly ridiculous to the outright ludicrous.

(Brent Simon) (Citywide)

SUNFLOWER It is 1976, and Gengnian (Sun Haiying) has returned from six years in a torturous labor camp to the post-Cultural Revolution Beijing home he shares with his wife (Joan Chen) and their 8-year old son, Xiangyang (remarkable youngster Zhang Fan). His hands crippled by his captors, Gengnian has given up his life as a painter, instead pushing his son to become the great artist the father could never be. Xiangyang’s resentment at Gengnian’s demand – and the iron hand with which it’s enforced – trigger a 30-year struggle between these two stubborn representatives of old and new China.

This struggle is the hear t of director Zhang Yang’s sensitive and intimately observed new film. Zhang (Shower, Quitting) divides his saga into three chapters, the first being the best. In the later sections – when the teenage Xiangyang falls in love and then the adult Xiangyang refuses to provide Gengnian any grandchildren – the emotional build

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THE TAKE After a brutal armored car hijacking and heist, the driver (John Leguizamo) is shot and left for dead. He eventually recovers from his wounds, but two FBI agents (Bobby Cannavale, Matthew Hatchette) still think heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the inside man, leaving him no choice but to track down the brutal mastermind (Tyrese Gib-

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This sort of urban crime fare would normally go straight to video, and it was supposed to â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the DVD will be out in a scant five weeks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but someone at Sony quite rightly realized that solid performances by Leguizamo and Gibson, along with an excellent turn by Rosie Perez (as Leguizamoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife), place this a solid notch above the usual. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still nothing remarkable, but it satisfies the expectations of its fans, and then goes a bit further. Kudos, too, to director Brad Furman for somehow elevating Jonas and Joshua Pateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s otherwise lackluster screenplay into something marginally attention-grabbing. (Wade Major) (Mannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Criterion)

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In what may be the performance of his career, veteran character actor Richard Jenkins plays a lonely, disaffected economics professor, whose chance encounter with an immigrant couple â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one Syrian (Haas Sleiman), the other Senegalese (Danai Jekesai Gurira) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; sets in motion a series of events that will literally transform his life and his worldview.

Four years after The Station Agent, his much-lauded debut as a writer/director, longtime actor Tom McCarthy once again steps behind the camera to focus on the relationships of strangers brought together by circumstance. This time, however, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the shadow of 9/11 and the War on Terror, rather than generic indie film quirkiness, that draws them to one another and, by extension, to the audience. The result is vastly superior to his previous film, boasting superlative performances from all and masterfully simple direction.

Jenkins is nothing less than brilliant, as is the extraordinary Hiam Abbass (Satin Rouge) as his unlikely love interest. This is hardly a simple â&#x20AC;&#x153;War on Terrorâ&#x20AC;? film, however â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first and foremost a character piece, drifting ever so gently into message mode in its second half. Even then, McCarthy never allows his characters to become polemical pawns â&#x20AC;&#x201C; their struggles are the struggles of individuals, desperate for connection and meaning in a world increasingly inclined to provide less of both. (Wade Major) (The Landmark West Los Angeles, Pacificâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ArcLight)

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In the first in a planned Seven Up-esque series of documentaries on the people of China, Sue Williams meets and follows a Chinese

custom shirt tailor, Internet cafĂŠ entrepreneur, migrant worker, rapper, public interest lawyer, hotel owner, medical resident, rural housewife, and financial services marketing executive. Although their parents needed ration tickets to buy food and clothes, members of this current generation are both flourishing and struggling in a modern, market-oriented economy thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growing faster than that of any other major nation. Popping in annually for four years â&#x20AC;&#x201C; unfortunately, the transparency of this process hampers the narrative flow â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the film reveals the myriad challenges faced by China and its people: preparations for the Beijing Olympics; a health care system in which nearly 70 percent are uninsured; the one-child policy; human trafficking; government corruption; and environmental pollution.

The amount of material here is almost overwhelming. Any one of these stories and the accompanying sociopolitical issues could sustain its own film â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if the delivery wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t so dry. Interview-based, the film mostly offers summaries of what the characters have been up to rather than windows onto their lives. The choice to dub the subjectsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; voices rather than use subtitles only puts the audience at a further remove. (Annlee Ellingson) (Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grande 4, Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s One Colorado)

YOUNG @ HEART Musical director Bob Cilman founded the Young @ Heart retiree chorus in 1982 when he was 27. Now 25 years later heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more determined then ever to stay relevant. Out with musty ditties like â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yes, We Have No Bananasâ&#x20AC;?; in with Sonic Youthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Schizophrenia.â&#x20AC;?

The gray-haired songbirds complain, but they eventually come around enough to snap at documentarian Stephen Walkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s condescension. When Walker asks 92-year-old Eileen Hall â&#x20AC;&#x201C; soloist on the Clashâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Should I Stay or Should I Goâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s punk, isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it?â&#x20AC;? Hall cracks, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would say so â&#x20AC;&#x201C; have you heard it before?â&#x20AC;? (She did only give up stripping two years before.) The boorish Walker mistakes his killjoy questions for investigative depth: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Are you worried the cancer might be coming back?â&#x20AC;? he blurts out to a charming octogenarian visiting a doctor.

Despite the director, the film is damned wonderful, as it tracks the choir through the rehearsals for their latest sold-out show. The subjects are sharper than tacks and give zip to the jokes. In their hands, the Ramonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Wanna Be Sedatedâ&#x20AC;? becomes an anthem railing against the culture of nursing-home zombies. But death intrudes, and the filmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s knock-

out moment comes when sonorous baritone Fred Knittle deepens Coldplayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fix Youâ&#x20AC;? into an elegy, and the hauntingly beautiful ballad â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which originally had the depth of wind whistling through a tin can â&#x20AC;&#x201C; sends chills down the spine. (Amy Nicholson) (The Landmark West Los Angeles, Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Monica 4, Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Playhouse 7, Pacificâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arclight)

ALSO OPENING THIS WEEK: Bra Boys. Sunny Abberton directed this documentary about the Australian surfer culture he is part of. Narrated by Russell Crowe, who is slated to star in and direct a fictional feature version of Abber tonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stor y. (AK) (Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunset 5, Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Monica 4, Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Playhouse 7) Prom Night. On the night of that most sacred of high school rituals, a vengeful killer stalks the students who were responsible for a death years earlier. Nelson McCormick directed this remake of Paul Lynchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unrevered 1980 slasher flick; the cast includes Brittany Snow, Idris Elba, Johnathon Schaech, and Ming-Na Wen. (AK) (Citywide) Remember the Daze. Amber Heard, Alexa Vega, Leighton Meester, Melonie Diaz, and Douglas Smith star in writer/director Jess Manafortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tale of suburban high school students, ca. 1999. (AK) (Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunset 5, Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Monica 4) Super High Me. Michael Blieden directed this documentary about stoner comedian Doug Bensonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experiences avoiding pot for 30 days, then staying hugely stoned for 30 days. (AK) (Laemmleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Regent Showcase)

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1:50, 4:40, 7:30, 10:20; Mon-Thur 1:50, 4:40, 7:30, 10:20.

The Bank Job Fri-Sat 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45, 12:25 a.m.; Sun-Thur 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45.

Bob the Builder: On Site: Roads & Bridges Sat-Sun 10 a.m.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri-Sat noon, 2:15, 4:30, 6:45, 9, 11:15; Sun-Thur noon, 2:15, 4:30, 6:45, 9.

Drillbit Taylor 11:45 a.m.

Leatherheads 12:15, 2:25, 2:55, 5:05, 5:35, 7:45, 10:25.

Meet the Browns Fri 12:20, 2:50, 5:20, 7:50, 10:20, 12:35 a.m.; Sat 10:05 a.m., 12:20, 2:50, 5:20, 7:50, 10:20, 12:35 a.m.; Sun 10:05 a.m., 12:20, 2:50, 5:20, 7:50, 10:20; Mon-Thur 12:20, 2:50, 5:20, 7:50, 10:20.

Nim’s Island 11:40 a.m., 2:05, 4:30, 6:55, 9:20.

Prom Night Fri-Sat 12:05, 2:25, 4:50, 7:10, 9:35, 11:55; Sun-Thur 12:05, 2:25, 4:50, 7:10, 9:35.

The Ruins Fri 12:45, 3:10, 5:35, 8, 10:25, 12:35 a.m.; Sat 10:30 a.m., 12:45, 3:10, 5:35, 8, 10:25, 12:35 a.m.; Sun 10:30 a.m., 12:45, 3:10, 5:35, 8, 10:25; Mon-Thur 12:45, 3:10, 5:35, 8, 10:25.

Smart People Fri-Sat 12:10, 2:35, 4:55, 7:20, 9:45, 12:10 a.m.; Sun-Thur 12:10, 2:35, 4:55, 7:20, 9:45.

Street Kings Fri 1:20, 1:50, 4:10, 4:40, 7, 7:30, 8, 9:40, 10:10, 10:40, midnight, 12:30 a.m.; Sat 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:20, 1:50, 4:10, 4:40, 7, 7:30, 8, 9:40, 10:10, 10:40, midnight, 12:30 a.m.; Sun 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:20, 1:50, 4:10, 4:40, 7, 7:30, 8, 9:40, 10:10, 10:40; Mon-Thur 1:20, 1:50, 4:10, 4:40, 7, 7:30, 8, 9:40, 10:10, 10:40.

Superhero Movie Fri 12:35, 2:55, 5:15, 7:35, 9:55, 12:15 a.m.; Sat 10:15 a.m., 12:35, 2:55, 5:15, 7:35, 9:55, 12:15 a.m.; Sun 10:15 a.m., 12:35, 2:55, 5:15, 7:35, 9:55; Mon-Thur 12:35, 2:55, 5:15, 7:35, 9:55.

Under the Same Moon Fri-Sat 12:10, 2:40, 5:10, 7:40, 10:10, 12:30 a.m.; Sun-Thur 12:10, 2:40, 5:10, 7:40,

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Culver Plaza Theatre, 9919 Washington Blvd, (310) 836-5516. 10,000 B.C. Fri-Sun 11:35 a.m., 4:05; Mon-Thur 11:50 a.m., 4:40.

Chapter 27 Fri-Sun 1:50, 6:25, 8:40; Mon-Thur 2:15, 7.

College Road Trip Fri-Sun 11:30 a.m., 3:30, 7:20; Mon-Thur 11:55 a.m., 3:40, 7:40.

The Hammer Fri-Sun 12:15, 5:10; Mon-Thur 12:30, 5:10.

In Bruges Fri-Sun 2:05, 5:05; Mon-Thur 2:25, 5:15.

Juno Fri-Sun 1:25, 5:15, 9:10; Mon-Thur 1:40, 5:30.

Married Life Fri 1:45, 3:45, 5:30, 7:30, 9:30; SatSun 11:40 a.m., 1:45, 3:45, 5:30, 7:30, 9:30; Mon-Thur 12:05, 1:55, 3:45, 5:35, 7:30.

Meet the Browns Fri-Sun 11:50 a.m., 7:25, 9:35; MonThur noon, 7:45.

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day Fri-Sun 12:10, 2:20, 5:05, 7:05, 9:05; Mon-Thur 12:20, 2:35, 5:05,

“AN INTENSE, RIVETING THRILLER! Keanu Reeves and Forest Whitaker give powerhouse performances.”

Steve Oldfield, FOX-TV

“FAST ACTION, ROCK-SOLID CHARACTERS. One of Keanu Reeves’ best performances.”

Kirk Honeycutt, THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER

“A FULL-THROTTLE THRILL RIDE.” Chloe Houser, KPDX-TV

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Stop-Loss Fri-Sun 2:25, 7:15, 9:40; Mon-Thur 2:45, 7:35.

Loews Cineplex Marina Marketplace, 13455 Maxella Av, (310) 827-9588. 21 Fri 1:15, 4, 7, 10; SatSun 10:30 a.m., 1:15, 4, 7, 10; Mon-Thur 1:15, 4, 7, 9:55.

Leatherheads Fri 1:25, 4:15, 7:25, 10:15; Sat-Sun 10:40 a.m., 1:25, 4:15, 7:25, 10:15; Mon-Thur 1:25, 4:15, 7:25, 9:45.

Meet the Browns Fri-Sun 1:45, 4:25, 7:05, 9:45; MonWed 1:45, 4:25, 6:50, 9:15; Thur 2, 7:05.

The Ruins Fri 1, 3:25, 5:45, 8, 10:35; Sat-Sun 10:35 a.m., 1, 3:25, 5:45, 8, 10:35; Mon-Wed 2, 4:55, 7:20, 9:35; Thur 4:55, 9:35.

Smart People Fri 2:15, 4:45, 7:15, 9:50; Sat-Sun 11:50 a.m., 2:15, 4:45, 7:15, 9:50; Mon-Thur 2:15, 4:45, 7:15, 9:50.

Street Kings Fri 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 10:30; Sat-Sun 10:45 a.m., 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 10:30; Mon-Thur 1:30, 4:30, 7:25, 10.

Pacific Culver Stadium 12, 9500 Culver Bl, (310) 855-7519. 21 Fri-Sun noon, 1:05, 3, 4:05, 5:50, 7:10, 8:40, 10:10; Mon-Thur 1:05, 2:05, 4:15, 5:15, 7:05, 8:05, 9:55.

The Bank Job Fri-Sun 12:55, 4, 7, 9:35; Mon-Thur 1:55, 4:35, 7:50, 10:25.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri-Sun 12:20, 2:35, 4:50, 7:15, 9:30; Mon-Thur 1:15, 3:30, 5:40, 7:55, 10:10.

Leatherheads Fri-Sun 12:15, 2:50, 5:30, 8:10, 10:45; Mon-Thur 1:20, 4, 7, 9:40.

Nim’s Island Fri-Sun 12:50, 3:15, 5:35, 7:55, 10:15; Mon-Thur 12:35, 3, 5:20, 7:45, 10:05.

Prom Night Fri-Sun 12:45, 3:30, 5:45, 8:05, 10:20; Mon-Thur 1:10, 3:35, 5:45, 8:15, 10:30.

The Ruins Fri-Sun 1, 3:10, 5:20, 7:35, 9:50; MonThur 12:45, 2:55, 5:10, 7:20, 9:35.

Smart People Fri-Sun 12:25, 2:55, 5:25, 7:45, 10:05; Mon-Thur 12:55, 3:10, 5:30, 8, 10:20.

Street Kings Fri-Sun 12:05, 2:45, 5:15, 7:50, 10:25; Mon-Thur 12:30, 3:05, 5:35, 8:10, 10:45.

Superhero Movie Fri-Sun 12:10, 2:20, 4:30, 7:05, 9:15; Mon-Thur 1, 3:05, 5:25, 7:35, 9:45.

Under the Same Moon Fri-Sun 12:30, 3:05, 5:40, 8:20, 10:50; Mon-Thur 1:35, 4:10, 7:15, 9:50.

UA Marina, 4335 Glencoe Av, (310) 823-1721. The Bank Job 11:40 a.m., 2:50, 5:20, 8, 10:40.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! 12:10, 2:20, 4:30, 7:10, 9:30.

Nim’s Island noon, 2:30, 4:50, 7:30, 10.

Prom Night 11:50 a.m., 2:40, 5, 7:40, 10:20.

Stop-Loss 11:30 a.m., 2:10, 5:10, 7:50, 10:30.

Under the Same Moon 11:20 a.m., 2, 4:40, 7:20, 10:10.

DOWNTOWN & SOUTH L.A. Laemmle’s Grande 4-Plex, 345 S Figueroa St, (213) 617-0268. Leatherheads Fri 5:10, 7:50, 10:15; Sat-Sun 1:50, 5:10, 7:50, 10:15; Mon-Thur 5:10, 7:50.

Sunflower Fri 5, 7:35, 10:10; Sat-Sun 1:45, 5, 7:35, 10:10; Mon-Thur 5, 7:35.

Under the Same Moon Fri 5, 7:30, 9:55; Sat-Sun 1:55, 5, 7:30, 9:55; Mon-Thur 5, 7:30.

Young & Restless in China Fri 5:30, 7:45, 10; SatSun 1, 3:15, 5:30, 7:45, 10; Mon-Thur 5:30, 7:45.

Magic Johnson Theaters, Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, 4020 Marlton Av, (323) 290-5900. Call theater for titles and showtimes.

University Village 3, 3323 S Hoover St, (213) 7486321. Prom Night Fri-Sat 1:15, 3:30, 5:45, 8, 10:15, 12:20 a.m.; Sun-Thur 1:15, 3:30, 5:45, 8, 10:15.

The Ruins noon, 2:15, 4:30, 7, 9:15.

South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut Fri-Sat midnight.

Street Kings Fri-Sat noon, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 10, 12:30 a.m.; Sun-Thur noon, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 10.

HOLLYWOOD ArcLight Cinemas Hollywood, 6360 Sunset Bl, (323) 464-4226. 21 Fri-Sat 11:35 a.m., 2:25, 5:05, 8:25, 11:05; Sun 5, 7:50, 10:40; Mon-Thur 11:35 a.m.,

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Chaos Theory Fri-Sat 11:10 a.m., 2:20, 4:50, 7:10, 9:40; Sun 5:20, 7:45, 10:10; Mon-Thur 11:10 a.m., 2:20, 4:50, 7:10, 9:40.

My Blueberry Nights Fri-Sat 11:15 a.m., 1:55, 4:35, 7:15, 10:15; Sun 5:35, 8:05, 10:25; Mon-Tue 11:15 a.m., 1:55, 4:35, 7:15, 10:15; Wed 11:15 a.m., 1:55, 4:35; Thur 11:15 a.m., 1:55, 4:45, 7:15, 10:15.

Nim’s Island Fri-Sat 11:20 a.m., 2, 5, 7:30, 10; Sun 5:05, 8, 10:35; Mon 11:20 a.m., 2, 5, 7:30, 10; Tue 11:20 a.m., 2, 4:15; Wed 11:20 a.m., 2, 5, 7:30, 10.

Priceless Fri-Sat 11:45 a.m., 2:15, 4:55, 7:35, 10:35; Sun 4:50, 7:35, 10:20; Mon-Tue 11:45 a.m., 2:15, 4:55, 7:35, 10:35; Wed 11:45 a.m., 2:15, 4:55; Thur 11:45 a.m., 2:15, 4:55, 7:35, 10:35.

The Ruins Fri-Sat 11:50 a.m., 2:10, 5:10, 8:10, 11:10; Sun 5:10, 7:40, 10; Mon-Wed 11:50 a.m., 2:10, 5:10, 8:10, 11:10; Thur 11:50 a.m., 2:10, 4:20.

Shine a Light Fri-Sat 12:20, 3, 5:40, 8:30, 11:20; Sun 4:30, 7:30, 10:20; Mon-Thur 12:20, 3, 5:40, 8:30, 11:20.

Smar t People Fri-Sat 12:05, 2:35, 5:15, 8:05, 10:25; Sun 4:55, 7:15; Mon 12:05, 2:35, 5:15, 8:05, 10:25; Tue 11 a.m., 12:05, 1:30, 2:35, 4:10, 5:15, 7, 8:05, 10:25; Wed-Thur 12:05, 2:35, 5:15, 8:05, 10:25.

Stop-Loss Fri-Sat 11:25 a.m., 2:05, 4:45, 7:55, 10:45; Sun 5:15, 7:55, 10:35; Mon-Wed 11:25 a.m., 2:05, 4:45, 7:55, 10:45; Thur 11:25 a.m., 2:05, 4:35.

Street Kings Fri-Sat noon, 2:30, 5:30, 8, 9:30, 10:30; Sun 5:25, 8:05, 9:45, 10:45; Mon-Tue noon, 2:30, 5:30, 8, 9:30, 10:30; Wed noon, 2:30, 5:30, 8, 10:30; Thur noon, 2:30, 5:30, 8, 9:30, 10:30.

The Visitor Fri-Sat 11:30 a.m., 12:30, 1:50, 3:05, 4:30, 5:25, 7:20, 8:15, 9:50, 10:55; Sun 4:45, 5:30, 7:25, 8:20, 9:55, 10:50; Mon 11:30 a.m., 12:30, 1:50, 3:05, 4:30, 5:25, 7:20, 8:15, 9:50, 10:55; Tue 12:30, 3:05, 5:25, 8:15, 10:55; Wed-Thur 11:30 a.m., 12:30, 1:50, 3:05, 4:30, 5:25, 7:20, 8:15, 9:50, 10:55.

Young at Heart Fri-Sat 11:05 a.m., 12:10, 1:35, 2:40, 4:25, 5:20, 7:25, 8:20, 10:05, 11; Sun 5:05, 5:50, 7:45, 8:30, 10:15, 11; Mon 11:05 a.m., 1:35, 4:25, 7:25, 10:05; Tue-Thur 11:05 a.m., 12:10, 1:35, 2:40, 4:25, 5:20, 7:25, 8:20, 10:05, 11.

Grauman’s Chinese, 6925 Hollywood Bl, (323) 4648111. Leatherheads 1:20, 4:30, 7:30, 10:20.

Los Feliz 3, 1822 N Vermont Av, (323) 664-2169.

Leatherheads 2, 4:30, 7, 9:30.

Smart People 2, 4:30, 7, 9:30.

Under the Same Moon 2, 4:30, 7, 9:30.

Mann Chinese 6, 6801 Hollywood Bl, (323) 461-3331.

10,000 B.C. 4:10, 10.

The Bank Job 1:10, 7:10.

Chapter 27 12:30, 2:50, 5:20, 7:50, 10:10.

Leatherheads 12:20, 3:30, 6:30, 9:20.

Prom Night Fri-Sat noon, 12:50, 2:10, 3:10, 4:40, 5:40, 7, 8, 9:30, 10:30, 11:45; Sun-Thur noon, 12:50, 2:10, 3:10, 4:40, 5:40, 7, 8, 9:30, 10:30.

Superhero Movie 12:10, 2:30, 5, 7:20, 9:50.

Pacific’s El Capitan, 6838 Hollywood Bl, (323) 4677674. College Road Trip Fri-Sat 10 a.m., 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, 7, 9:15; Sun 10 a.m., 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, 7.

Pacific’s The Grove Stadium 14, 189 The Grove Dr, Third St & Fairfax Av, (323) 692-0829. 21 10:30 a.m., 10:55 a.m., 2, 4:05, 5:10, 8:15, 10:30, 11:15.

The Bank Job 11:35 a.m., 2:30, 5:20, 8:20, 11:10.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! 11:35 a.m., 2:05, 4:50, 7:30, 10:10.

Leatherheads 11 a.m., 1:25, 1:55, 4:45, 7:25, 7:45, 10:50.

Nim’s Island 11:50 a.m., 2:35, 5:15, 7:55, 10:40.

Prom Night Fri-Sat 10:25 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 12:50, 2:15, 3:20, 4:55, 5:50, 7:35, 8:30, 10:15, 11:05, 12:25 a.m.; Sun-Wed 10:25 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 12:50, 2:15, 3:20, 4:55, 5:50, 7:35, 8:30, 10:15, 11:05; Thur 10:25 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 12:50, 2:15, 3:20, 4:35, 5:50, 8:30, 10:15, 11:05.

The Ruins 10:20 a.m., 12:45, 3:10, 5:35, 8:05, 10:45.

Smart People 11:45 a.m., 2:20, 4:50, 7:40, 10:25.

Stop-Loss 10:50 a.m., 1:45, 4:40, 7:50, 10:55.

Street Kings Fri-Sat 10:35 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:20, 2:10, 4:10, 5:05, 7:05, 8, 10:05, 11, 12:20 a.m.; Sun-Thur 10:35 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:20, 2:10, 4:10, 5:05, 7:05, 8, 10:05, 11.

NYLON THERE’S SOMETHING ENCHANTING HERE.

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Under the Same Moon 10:40 a.m., 1:35, 4:25, 7:20, 10:20.

Regent Showcase, 614 N La Brea Av, (323) 9342944. Jason Stuart: Making It to the Middle Mon only, 8.

Super High Me Fri 5:30, 7:30, 9:30; Sat-Sun 3:30, 5:30, 7:30, 9:30; Tue 5:30, 7:30, 9:30; Thur 5:30, 7:30, 9:30.

Vine, 6321 Hollywood Bl, (323) 463-6819. Call theater for titles and showtimes.

Vista, 4473 Sunset, (323) 660-6639. 21 Sat-Sun 1:45, 4:25, 7, 9:35; Mon-Thur 7, 9:35.

21 10:40 a.m., 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 10:10.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri 10:35 a.m., 12:50, 2:55, 5:10, 7:35, 9:50; Sat-Thur 10:35 a.m., 12:50, 2:55, 5:20, 7:35, 9:50.

Nim’s Island 10:25 a.m., 12:45, 3:05, 5:25, 7:45, 10:05.

Prom Night 10:30 a.m., 12:40, 3, 5:20, 7:40, 9:55.

The Ruins 10:55 a.m., 1:10, 3:25, 5:40, 7:55, 10:20.

Street Kings 11:15 a.m., 2, 4:45, 7:30, 10:15.

Superhero Movie Fri-Sat 11 a.m., 1:15, 3:30, 5:35, 7:50, 10; Sun 6 a.m., 11 a.m., 1:15, 3:30, 5:35, 7:50, 10; Mon-Thur 11 a.m., 1:15, 3:30, 5:35, 7:50, 10.

Loews CityWalk Stadium 19 with IMAX, 100 Universal City Dr at Universal CityWalk, (818) 508-0588; IMAX Theater (818) 760-8100. 10,000 B.C. Fri-Sun 12:20, 2:55, 5:25, 8:05, 10:40; Mon-Thur 2:55, 5:25, 8:05.

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, UNIVERSAL CITY Century 8, 12827 Victor y Bl, (818) 508-6004.

10,000 B.C. 11:10 a.m., 1:50, 4:25, 7, 9:35.

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The Bank Job 4, 9:30.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri-Sun 11:15 a.m., 1:30, 3:45, 6, 8:20; Mon-Thur 1:30, 3:45, 6, 8:20.

Drillbit Taylor 1:45, 7:30.

Leatherheads Fri-Sat 11:45 a.m., 1:15, 2:15, 4:55, 6:40, 7:40, 10:15, midnight; Sun 11:45 a.m., 1:15, 2:15, 4:55, 6:40, 7:40, 10:15; Mon-Thur 1:15, 2:15, 4:55, 6:40, 7:40, 10:15.

Nim’s Island Fri-Sun 11:25 a.m., 1:55, 4:15, 6:35, 9:05; Mon-Thur 1:55, 4:15, 6:35, 9:05.

Prom Night Fri-Sat 11:35 a.m., 12:35, 1:35, 2, 3, 4, 4:40, 5:15, 6:15, 7, 7:45, 8:30, 9:10, 10, 10:45, 11:25, 12:15 a.m.; Sun 11:35 a.m., 12:35, 1:35, 2, 3, 4, 4:40, 5:15, 6:15, 7, 7:45, 8:30, 9:10, 10, 10:45; Mon-Wed 1:35, 2, 3, 4, 4:40, 5:15, 6:15, 7, 7:45, 8:30, 9:10, 10; Thur 1:35, 2, 3, 4, 4:40, 5:15, 6:15, 7, 7:45, 8:30, 10.

EXHILARATING... YOUNG@HEART SENDS YOU OUT OF THE THEATER TRANSFORMED.” ‘

CROWD-AND-CRITIC-PLEASING sleeper that is joyous, wrenching, intimate and HILARIOUS. ” Karen Durbin,

“AMAZING

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The Ruins Fri-Sat 11:50 a.m., 1:10, 2:10, 3:35, 4:35, 6:05, 7:05, 8:35, 9:35, 10:50, 12:05 a.m.; Sun 11:50 a.m., 1:10, 2:10, 3:35, 4:35, 6:05, 7:05, 8:35, 9:35; Mon-Thur 1:10, 2:10, 3:35, 4:35, 6:05, 7:05, 8:35, 9:35.

Shine a Light: The IMAX Experience IMAX Fri-Sat 11:30 a.m., 2:20, 5:10, 8:15, 11:05; IMAX Sun 11:30 a.m., 2:20, 5:10, 8:15; IMAX Mon-Thur 2:20, 5:10, 8:15.

Shutter Fri-Sat 12:40, 2:50, 5:05, 7:15, 9:25, 11:50; Sun 12:40, 2:50, 5:05, 7:15, 9:25; Mon-Thur 2:50, 5:05, 7:15, 9:25.

Smart People Fri-Sat 11:40 a.m., 2:05, 4:20, 6:45, 9:15, 11:35; Sun 11:40 a.m., 2:05, 4:20, 6:45, 9:15; Mon-Thur 2:05, 4:20, 6:45, 9:15.

Street Kings Fri-Sat 11:20 a.m., 12:50, 1:50, 3:30, 4:30, 6:10, 7:10, 8:45, 9:45, 11:30, 12:20 a.m.; Sun 11:20 a.m., 12:50, 1:50, 3:30, 4:30, 6:10, 7:10, 8:45, 9:45; Mon-Thur 1:50, 3:30, 4:30, 6:10, 7:10, 8:45, 9:45.

Superhero Movie Fri-Sat 1, 3:20, 5:35, 7:35, 9:55, 12:05 a.m.; Sun-Thur 1, 3:20, 5:35, 7:35, 9:55.

Under the Same Moon Fri-Sat 1:05, 3:40, 6:15, 9, 11:40; Sun-Thur 1:05, 3:40, 6:15, 9.

AND INSPIRATIONAL.”

Richard Roeper, AT THE MOVIES WITH

Mann Granada Hills, Devonshire St & Balboa Av, (818) 363-3679. 21 1:20, 4:10, 7, 9:50.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! 11:50 a.m., 2:20, 4:30, 6:50, 9:20.

Drillbit Taylor 11:40 a.m., 2:10, 4:40, 7:10, 9:40.

Leatherheads 2, 4:50, 7:30, 10:10.

Nim’s Island 11:30 a.m., 1:50, 4:20, 6:40, 9:10.

Prom Night 12:30, 3, 5:20, 7:40, 10.

The Ruins 12:40, 3:20, 5:40, 8, 10:20.

Street Kings 2:30, 5:10, 7:50, 10:30.

Superhero Movie 12:20, 2:50, 5, 7:20, 9:30.

Pacific’s Northridge Fashion Center All Stadium 10, 9400 N Shirley Av, (818) 501-5121. 21 Fri-Sat 12:50, 4:05, 7, 10; Sun 12:50, 4:05, 7, 9:45; MonThur 2, 4:50, 7:40.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri-Sun 1:45, 4:45, 7:10, 9:30; Mon-Thur 1:30, 4:55, 7:10.

Drillbit Taylor Fri-Sun 1:25, 4:55, 7:35, 10:05; MonThur 1:40, 5:15, 8.

Leatherheads Fri-Sat 1:15, 4:20, 7:15, 10:05; Sun 1:15, 4:20, 7:15, 9:50; Mon-Thur 1:45, 5:20, 7:55.

Nim’s Island Fri-Sat 12:20, 2:35, 5, 7:25, 9:45; Sun 12:20, 2:35, 5, 7:25, 9:40; Mon-Thur 2:30, 5:05, 7:30.

Prom Night Fri-Sun 12:40, 3, 5:20, 7:45, 10:15; MonThur 1:50, 5:30, 7:45.

The Ruins Fri-Sat 12:45, 3:05, 5:25, 7:40, 10:25; Sun 12:45, 3:05, 5:25, 7:40, 9:55; Mon-Thur 2:15, 5:35, 8:15.

Shutter Fri-Sat 12:30, 3:25, 5:40, 7:50, 10:20; Sun 12:30, 3:25, 5:40, 7:50, 10:10; Mon-Thur 1:50, 5:30, 7:45.

Street Kings Fri-Sat 1:30, 4:35, 7:20, 10:10; Sun 1:30, 4:35, 7:20, 10; Mon-Thur 1:35, 5, 7:35.

Superhero Movie Fri-Sun 1, 3:10, 5:15, 7:30, 9:55; Mon-Thur 2:20, 5:45, 8:10.

Pacific’s Winnetka All Stadium 21, 9201 Winnetka Av, Chatsworth, (818) 501-5121. 10,000 B.C. 1:40, 4:35, 7:20, 10.

21 1:50, 4:50, 7:10, 7:45, 10:05, 10:40.

The Bank Job 2:10, 4:55, 7:50, 10:40.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:50; Sat-Sun 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:50; Mon-Thur 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:50.

Drillbit Taylor Fri 2:45, 5:20, 7:55, 10:35; Sat-Sun 12:05, 2:45, 5:20, 7:55, 10:35; Mon-Thur 2:45, 5:20, 7:55, 10:35.

Leatherheads 1:05, 2:05, 4, 5, 7, 7:50, 9:45, 10:35.

Meet the Browns 1:55, 4:45, 7:25, 10:05.

Nim’s Island 1, 2, 3:20, 4:30, 5:45, 8:10, 10:30.

Prom Night 1, 2, 3:20, 4:30, 5:40, 7, 8, 9:20, 10:30.

The Ruins Fri 2:30, 5, 7:40, 10; Sat-Sun noon, 2:30, 5, 7:40, 10; Mon-Thur 2:30, 5, 7:40, 10.

Shine a Light 1:10, 4:20, 7:20, 10:15.

Shutter Fri-Sat 1:05, 3:25, 5:55, 8:20, 10:50; SunThur 1:05, 3:25, 5:55, 8:20, 10:40.

Smart People Fri 2:35, 5:10, 7:45, 10:10; Sat-Sun 12:10, 2:35, 5:10, 7:45, 10:10; Mon-Thur 2:35, 5:10, 7:45, 10:10.

Stop-Loss 1:30, 4:20, 7:05, 9:55.

Street Kings Fri 1:45, 2:45, 4:25, 5:25, 7:15, 8:15, 9:55, 10:55; Sat 12:05, 1:45, 2:45, 4:25, 5:25, 7:15, 8:15, 9:55, 10:55; Sun 12:05, 1:45, 2:45, 4:25, 5:25, 7:15, 8:15, 9:55, 10:45; Mon-Thur 1:45, 2:45, 4:25, 5:25, 7:15, 8:15, 9:55, 10:45.

Superhero Movie 1:15, 3:35, 5:55, 8:25, 10:45.

Under the Same Moon 2:25, 5:15, 8:05, 10:45.

SANTA MONICA AMC Santa Monica 7, 1310 Third Street Promenade, (310) 395-3030. 21 Fri-Sun 11:10 a.m., 12:40, 2, 3:40, 5, 6:40, 7:50, 9:40, 10:40; Mon-Wed 1, 2:15, 3:45, 5, 6:30, 7:50, 9:30; Thur 1, 3:45, 6:30, 9:30.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri-Sun 11:40 a.m., 1:55, 4:20, 6:50, 9:15; Mon-Thur 1:10, 3:30, 5:45, 7:55, 10:05.

Nim’s Island Fri-Sun 11:05 a.m., 1:35, 4:10, 7, 9:30; Mon-Thur 2, 4:20, 6:45, 9:05.

Prom Night Fri-Sun 11 a.m., noon, 1:10, 2:20, 3:30, 4:40, 6, 7:05, 8:20, 9:25, 10:45; Mon-Thur 1:30, 2:40, 3:40, 4:50, 5:50, 7, 8, 9:15, 10:10.

The Ruins Fri-Sun 11 a.m., 1:15, 3:30, 6:05, 8:30, 10:50; Mon-Thur 3, 5:25, 7:40, 10.

Laemmle’s Monica 4-Plex, 1332 Second St, (310) 394-9741. Bra Boys 1, 3:15, 5:30, 8, 10:15.

The Counterfeiters 1:45, 4:20, 7, 9:30.

Smart People 12:15, 2:40, 5:10, 7:40, 10:10.

Loews Cineplex Broadway, 1441 Third Street Promenade, (310) 458-1506. The Bank Job Fri 2:10, 4:50, 7:30, 10:10; Sat-Sun 11:35 a.m., 2:10, 4:50, 7:30, 10:10; Mon-Thur 1:40, 4:20, 7, 9:40.

Stop-Loss Fri 1:55, 4:35, 7:15, 10; Sat-Sun 11:15 a.m., 1:55, 4:35, 7:15, 10; Mon-Thur 1:55, 4:35, 7:15, 9:50.

Street Kings Fri 2:15, 5, 7:45, 10:25; Sat-Sun 11:25 a.m., 2:15, 5, 7:45, 10:25; Mon-Thur 2, 4:40, 7:20, 9:55.

Under the Same Moon Fri 1:45, 4:20, 7, 9:40; SatSun 11 a.m., 1:45, 4:20, 7, 9:40; Mon-Thur 1:45, 4:15, 6:50, 9:25.

Mann Criterion, 1313 Third Street Promenade, (310) 395-1599. 10,000 B.C. 11:40 a.m., 4:30, 9:40.

Drillbit Taylor 11:30 a.m., 2, 4:40, 7:30, 10:10.

Leatherheads 11:50 a.m., 2:30, 5:10, 7:50, 10:30.

Run Fat Boy Run 2:10, 7.

Shine a Light 1:10, 4:20, 7:10, 10.

Superhero Movie 12:30, 2:40, 5, 7:20, 9:30.

“Romantically FUNNY...a WINNER! Indulge in some belly laughs.”

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The Bank Job Fri 1:20, 4:25, 7:40, 10:30; Sat-Sun 11:05 a.m., 1:45, 4:25, 7:40, 10:30; Mon-Thur 1:20, 4:25, 7:40, 10:30.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri 1:40, 4:05, 7:20, 9:40; Sat-Sun 11:10 a.m., 1:40, 4:05, 7:20, 9:40; Mon-Thur 1:40, 4:05, 7:20, 9:40.

Fugitive Pieces Tue only, 7:30.

Help! Mon only, 8.

Leatherheads Fri 1:10, 2:10, 4, 4:55, 7:05, 7:35, 8:15, 9:45, 10:25, 10:55; Sat-Sun 11:30 a.m., 1:10, 2:10, 4, 4:55, 7:05, 7:35, 8:15, 9:45, 10:25, 10:55; MonThur 1:10, 2:10, 4, 4:55, 7:05, 7:35, 8:15, 9:45, 10:25, 10:55.

Nim’s Island Fri 1:15, 2:15, 4:15, 5:30, 7:15, 9:35; Sat-Sun 11:40 a.m., 1:15, 2:15, 4:15, 5:30, 7:15, 9:35; Mon-Thur 1:15, 2:15, 4:15, 5:30, 7:15, 9:35.

Prom Night Fri 1, 2, 3:15, 4:40, 5:40, 7, 8:05, 9:15, 10:20, 11:30; Sat-Sun 11:45 a.m., 1, 2, 3:15, 4:40, 5:40, 7, 8:05, 9:15, 10:20, 11:30; Mon-Thur 1, 2, 3:15, 4:40, 5:40, 7, 8:05, 9:15, 10:20, 11:30.

The Ruins Fri 1:45, 4:30, 7:45, 10:05; Sat-Sun 1:20, 4:30, 7:45, 10:05; Mon-Thur 1:45, 4:30, 7:45, 10:05.

Shine a Light Fri 1:05, 2:05, 4:35, 5:15, 7:25, 8:10, 10:15, 11:05; Sat 11:15 a.m., 1:05, 2:05, 4:35, 5:15, 7:25, 8:10, 10:15, 11:05; Sun 11:15 a.m., 2:05, 5:15, 8:10, 11:05; Mon 1:05, 2:05, 4:35, 5:15, 7:25, 8:10, 10:15, 11:05; Tue 1:05, 2:05, 4:35, 7:25, 10:15; Wed 1:05, 4:35, 7:25, 10:15; Thur 1:05, 2:05, 4:35, 5:15, 7:25, 8:10, 10:15, 11:05.

Smart People Fri 2:25, 4:45, 7:50, 10:35; Sat-Sun noon, 2:25, 4:45, 7:50, 10:35; Mon-Thur 2:25, 4:45, 7:50, 10:35.

Stop-Loss Fri 2:30, 5:20, 8:20, 11:10; Sat-Sun 11:50 a.m., 2:30, 5:20, 8:20, 11:10; Mon-Thur 2:30, 5:20, 8:20, 11:10.

Street Kings Fri 1:35, 4:10, 7:30, 10:10; Sat-Sun 11 a.m., 1:35, 4:10, 7:30, 10:10; Mon-Thur 1:35, 4:10, 7:30, 10:10.

Laemmle’s Town Center 5, 17200 Ventura Bl, Encino, (818) 981-9811. The Counterfeiters 12:10, 2:40, 5:10, 7:40, 10.

Flawless 1:30, 4:20, 7:10, 9:55.

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day 12:15, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 9:45.

My Brother Is an Only Child 1:40, 4:30, 7:20, 9:50.

Priceless 1:20, 4:10, 7, 9:35.

Mann Plant 16, 7876 Van Nuys Bl, Panorama City, (818) 779-0323. 10,000 B.C. 12:50, 3:40, 6:30.

21 1, 3:50, 7, 10.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! noon, 2:15, 4:30, 6:45, 9.

Drillbit Taylor 11:45 a.m., 2:10, 4:30, 7, 9:30.

Leatherheads 11:40 a.m., 2:20, 5, 7:40, 10:20.

Never Back Down 9:10.

Nim’s Island 11:30 a.m., 12:10, 1:50, 2:30, 4:10, 4:50, 6:30, 7:15, 9, 9:45.

Prom Night 11:50 a.m., 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50.

The Ruins 12:20, 2:50, 5:20, 7:50, 10:20.

Shutter 12:15, 2:45, 5:15, 7:45, 10:15.

Street Kings 11:40 a.m., 12:30, 2:10, 3, 4:40, 5:30, 7:10, 8, 9:40, 10:30.

Superhero Movie 11:50 a.m., 12:40, 2, 2:50, 4:20, 5:10, 6:40, 7:30, 9:10, 10.

Under the Same Moon 11:30 a.m., 12:10, 1:50, 2:40, 4:20, 5:10, 6:50, 7:40, 9:20, 10:10.

Pacific’s Sherman Oaks 5, 14424 Millbank St, Sherman Oaks, (818) 501-5121. Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! 1:55, 4:40, 7:35, 9:55.

Leatherheads 1:30, 4:10, 7, 9:45.

Run Fat Boy Run 1:40, 4:15, 7:10, 9:50.

Superhero Movie 2, 4:25, 7:15, 9:40.

Under the Same Moon 1:45, 4:45, 7:30, 10:05.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, BEVERLY HILLS, CENTURY CITY AMC Century City 15, 10250 Santa Monica Bl, (310) 277-2011. 10,000 B.C. Fri-Sun 10:45 a.m., 1:30, 4:25, 7:20, 10:05; Mon-Thur 1:35, 4:25, 7:25, 10:10.

21 Fri 9:45 a.m., 10:40 a.m., 12:45, 1:40, 4, 4:50, 7, 8, 10, 11:10, 12:25 a.m.; Sat 10:40 a.m., 12:30, 1:40, 3:40, 4:50, 8, 10, 11:10, 12:25 a.m.; Sun 10:40 a.m., 12:45, 1:40, 4, 4:50, 7, 8, 10, 10:45; Mon-Tue 1:05, 1:40, 4, 4:40, 7, 7:40, 10, 10:30; Wed-Thur 1:05, 1:40, 4, 4:40, 7:40, 10, 10:30.

The Bank Job Fri 10:10 a.m., 1:20, 4:10, 7:10, 10:25; Sat 10:35 a.m., 1:20, 4:10, 7:10, 10:25; Sun 10:35 a.m., 1:20, 4:10, 7:10, 9:55; Mon-Thur 1:30, 4:15, 7:35, 10:20.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri-Sun 9:50 a.m., 12:10, 2:35, 4:55, 7:25, 9:50; Mon-Thur 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:35.

Drillbit Taylor Fri-Sat 9:30 a.m., 12:10, 2:50, 5:20, 7:55, 10:45; Sun 9:30 a.m., 12:10, 2:50, 5:20, 7:55, 10:30; Mon-Thur 2:20, 5:05, 7:45, 10:25.

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day Fri-Sun 9:30 a.m., 12:20, 2:45, 5:05, 7:45, 10:10; Mon-Thur 2:50, 5:20, 7:50, 10:05.

Nim’s Island Fri-Sat 9:40 a.m., 12:05, 2:30, 5, 7:40, 9:55; Sun 9:40 a.m., 12:05, 2:30, 5, 7:40, 10:10; Mon-Thur 2, 4:30, 7:10, 9:40.

Prom Night Fri-Sat 9:35 a.m., 10:25 a.m., noon, 12:40, 2:15, 3, 4:40, 5:35, 7:05, 8:15, 9:45, 10:55, 12:20 a.m.; Sun 9:35 a.m., 10:25 a.m., noon, 12:40, 2:15, 3, 4:40, 5:35, 7:05, 8:15, 9:30, 10:40; MonThur 1, 2:10, 3:15, 4:35, 5:35, 7:05, 8, 9:30, 10:25.

The Ruins Fri-Sat 10:05 a.m., 12:25, 2:55, 5:30, 8:10, 10:50; Sun 10:05 a.m., 12:25, 2:55, 5:30, 8:10, 10:35; Mon-Thur 1:10, 3:20, 5:40, 8:05, 10:30.

Shine a Light Fri-Sat 10 a.m., 12:55, 4:05, 7:15, 10:20; Sun 10 a.m., 12:55, 4:05, 7:15, 10:15; Mon-Thur 1:20, 4:20, 7:20, 10:20.

Street Kings Fri-Sat 10:20 a.m., 1:15, 4:15, 7:35, 10:35, 12:10 a.m.; Sun 10:20 a.m., 1:15, 4:15, 7:35, 10:20; Mon-Thur 1:55, 4:45, 7:30, 10:15.

Superhero Movie Fri 12:50, 3:10, 5:40, 8:05, 10:40; Sat 10:30 a.m., 12:50, 3:10, 5:40, 8:05, 10:40; Sun 10:30 a.m., 12:50, 3:10, 5:40, 8:05, 10:25; MonThur 2:35, 4:55, 7:15, 9:45.

Travis Pastrana: 199 Lives Wed-Thur 7.

Vantage Point Fri-Sat 9:55 a.m., 12:15, 2:40, 5:15, 7:50, 10:30; Sun 9:55 a.m., 12:15, 2:40, 5:15, 7:50, 10:15; Mon-Thur 1, 3:10, 5:30, 7:55, 10:15.

Laemmle’s Music Hall 3, 9036 Wilshire Bl, (310) 2746869. The Band’s Visit Fri 5, 7:20, 9:40; Sat-Sun noon, 2:30, 5, 7:20, 9:40; Mon-Thur 5, 7:20, 9:40.

The Counterfeiters Fri 5, 7:30, 9:55; Sat-Sun 12:20, 2:40, 5, 7:30, 9:55; Mon-Thur 5, 7:30, 9:55.

Orthodox Stance Fri 5, 7, 9; Sat-Sun 1, 3, 5, 7, 9; MonThur 5, 7, 9.

Laemmle’s Sunset 5 Theatre, 8000 Sunset Bl, (323) 848-3500. Bra Boys 12:45, 3, 5:15, 7:35, 9:55.

Devil Girl Fri-Sat midnight.

Extra Ordinary Barry 1:30, 4:15, 7:15, 9:55.

A Four Letter Word 12:45, 3, 5:20, 7:40, 10.

Sex and Death 101 1:15, 4, 7, 9:45.

Beverly Center 13 Cinemas, 8522 Beverly Blvd., Suite 835, (310) 652-7760. 10,000 B.C. noon, 2:30, 4:50, 7:30, 10:10.

Be Kind Rewind 12:20, 2:40, 4:50, 7:30, 9:50.

Drillbit Taylor 12:10, 2:30, 4:50, 7:10, 9:30.

Jumper 12:40, 3:10, 5:30, 7:40, 9:50.

Juno 12:50, 3:20, 5:40, 8, 10:20.

Meet the Browns 12:30, 2:50, 5:20, 7:40, 10.

Penelope 12:10, 2:20, 4:30, 6:40, 9.

Persepolis 12:40, 3, 5:10, 7:20, 9:30.

Run Fat Boy Run 12:20, 2:40, 5:10, 7:50, 10:10.

Shutter 1, 3:10, 5:20, 7:20, 9:40.

The Spiderwick Chronicles noon, 2:20, 4:30, 7, 9:10.

Superhero Movie 12:30, 2:50, 5, 7:10, 9:30.

Vantage Point 1, 3:20, 5:30, 7:50, 10.

WESTWOOD, WEST L.A. AMC Avco Center, 10840 Wilshire Bl, (310) 4750711. The Bank Job Fri 2, 4:30, 7:15, 9:45; Sat-Sun 11:30 a.m., 2, 4:30, 7:10, 9:45; Mon-Wed 2, 4:30, 7:15, 9:45; Thur 2, 4:30.

Leatherheads Fri 1:50, 4:25, 7, 9:35; Sat-Sun 11:15 a.m., 1:50, 4:25, 7, 9:35; Mon-Thur 1:50, 4:25, 7, 9:35.

Nim’s Island Fri 2:40, 4:55, 7:10, 9:25; Sat-Sun 10:15 a.m., 12:30, 2:45, 5, 7:15, 9:30; Mon-Thur 2:40, 4:55, 7:10, 9:25.

Street Kings Fri 2:05, 4:35, 7:05, 9:40; Sat-Sun 11:35 a.m., 2:05, 4:35, 7:05, 9:40; Mon-Thur 2:05, 4:35, 7:05, 9:40.

Laemmle’s Royal Theatre, 11523 Santa Monica Bl, (310) 477-5581. My Brother Is an Only Child 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:35.

Landmark’s Nuart Theater, 11272 Santa Monica Bl, (310) 281-8223. The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the Eighth Dimension Fri only, midnight.

Alexandra Sub-Titled Fri-Sun noon, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 10; Sub-Titled Mon-Thur 5, 7:30, 10.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Sat only, midnight.

Landmark’s Regent, 1045 Broxton Av, (310) 2818223. Smart People 2:15, 4:45, 7:15, 9:45.

The Landmark West Los Angeles, 10850 W Pico Bl, (310) 281-8223. Flawless 11:10 a.m., 1:45, 4:20, 7, 9:35.

Leatherheads Fri-Sun 11 a.m., 12:20, 1:40, 3:10, 4:40, 6, 7:20, 8:45, 9:55; Mon 11 a.m., 12:20, 1:40, 3:10, 4:40, 7:20, 9:55; Tue 11 a.m., 1:40, 4:40, 7:20, 9:55; Wed 11 a.m., 12:20, 1:40, 3:10, 4:40, 7:20, 9:55; Thur 11 a.m., 12:20, 1:40, 3:10, 4:40, 6, 7:20, 8:45, 9:55.

My Blueberry Nights 11 a.m., 1:15, 3:30, 5:45, 8, 10:15.

Priceless 11:50 a.m., 2:20, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50.

Smart People 12:10, 2:30, 5, 7:30, 9:50.

Stop-Loss Fri-Mon 11:30 a.m., 2:10, 4:50, 7:40, 10:10; Tue 2:10, 4:50, 7:40, 10:10; Wed-Thur 11:30 a.m., 2:10, 4:50, 7:40, 10:10.

Under the Same Moon 11:30 a.m., 2, 4:30, 7:35, 10:05.

The Visitor Fri-Sun 11:45 a.m., 1, 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 6:10, 7:15, 8:35, 9:45; Mon 11:45 a.m., 1, 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 7:15, 9:45; Tue 11:45 a.m., 2:15, 4:45, 7:15, 9:45; Wed 11:45 a.m., 1, 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 6:10, 7:15, 8:35, 9:45; Thur 11:45 a.m., 1, 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 7:15, 9:45.

Young at Heart 11:10 a.m., 12:40, 1:50, 3:20, 4:30, 6, 7:10, 8:40, 9:45.

Majestic Crest Theater, 1262 Westwood Bl, (310) 4747866. Married Life 3:30, 5:30, 7:30, 9:30.

Mann Bruin, 948 Broxton Av, (310) 208-8998. 21 1, 4, 7, 9:50.

Mann Festival 1, 10887 Lindbrook Av, (310) 208-4575.

Stop-Loss 1:30, 4:30, 7:20, 10:10.

Mann Village, 961 Broxton Av, (310) 208-5576. Prom Night Fri-Sat 12:30, 2:40, 5, 7:30, 10, 12:15 a.m.; Sun-Thur 12:30, 2:40, 5, 7:30, 10.

WOODLAND HILLS, WEST HILLS, TARZANA AMC Promenade 16, 21801 Oxnard St, Woodland Hills, (818) 883-2262. 10,000 B.C. Fri-Sat 12:15, 2:55, 5:35, 8:10, 10:45; Sun 12:15, 2:55, 5:35, 8:05, 10:30; Mon-Thur 2:20, 4:55, 7:30, 10:05.

21 Fri-Sat 10:40 a.m., 1:35, 3:40, 4:35, 6:45, 7:30, 9:40, 10:30; Sun 10:40 a.m., 1:35, 3:40, 4:35, 6:45, 7:25, 9:35; Mon-Tue 1:30, 3:40, 4:35, 6:45, 7:30, 9:35; Wed 1:30, 4:35, 7:30; Thur 1:10, 3:30, 3:40, 5:40, 6:45, 7:55, 9:35.

The Bank Job Fri-Sat 11:35 a.m., 2:10, 4:55, 7:35, 10:15; Sun 11:35 a.m., 2:10, 4:55, 7:30, 10:05; MonThur 2:15, 4:50, 7:25, 10.

College Road Trip Fri-Sun 11:05 a.m., 1:25; Mon-Tue 1:25; Thur 1:25.

Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who! Fri-Sat 10:20 a.m., 12:40, 3:15, 5:45, 8:05, 10:25; Sun 10:20 a.m., 12:40, 3:15, 5:45, 8, 10:20; Mon-Thur 1, 3:20, 5:35, 7:50, 10:10.

Drillbit Taylor Fri-Sat 11:15 a.m., 1:50, 4:20, 7:05, 9:45; Sun 11:15 a.m., 1:50, 4:20, 7:05, 9:40; Mon-Tue 1:50, 4:20, 7:05, 9:40; Wed 1 a.m.; Thur 1:05, 3:50.

Leatherheads Fri-Sat 10:15 a.m., 11:10 a.m., 1, 2, 3:45, 4:50, 6:35, 7:45, 9:25, 10:35; Sun 10:15 a.m., 11:10 a.m., 1, 2, 3:45, 4:50, 6:35, 7:35, 9:20; MonTue 1:05, 2, 3:45, 4:45, 6:35, 7:35, 9:15; Wed 2, 4:45, 7:35, 10:15; Thur 1:05, 2, 3:45, 4:45, 6:35, 7:35, 9:15.

Nim’s Island Fri-Sat 10:15 a.m., 12:35, 3, 5:25, 7:55, 10:20; Sun 10:15 a.m., 12:35, 3, 5:25, 7:50, 10:10; Mon-Thur 2:30, 4:55, 7:20, 9:40.

Prom Night Fri-Sat 10:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1, 1:50, 3:20, 4:15, 5:50, 6:45, 8:15, 9:15, 10:40; Sun 10:45 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1, 1:50, 3:20, 4:15, 5:50, 6:45, 8:10, 9:15, 10:25; Mon-Thur 1:10, 1:55, 3:30, 4:15, 5:40, 6:45, 7:55, 9:10.

INVITE YOU

The Ruins Fri-Sat 11:45 a.m., 2:05, 4:30, 7, 9:30; Sun 11:45 a.m., 2:05, 4:30, 7, 9:25; Mon-Thur 2:10, 4:30, 7, 9:25.

Smart People Fri-Sat 10:25 a.m., 12:45, 3:10, 5:30, 8, 10:25; Sun 10:25 a.m., 12:45, 3:10, 5:30, 7:55, 10:15; Mon-Thur 2:05, 4:40, 7:15, 9:50.

Stop-Loss Fri-Sat 10:55 a.m., 1:40, 4:25, 7:10, 9:55; Sun 10:55 a.m., 1:40, 4:25, 7:10, 9:50; Mon-Thur 1:40, 4:25, 7:10, 9:45.

Street Kings Fri-Sat 11 a.m., 1:45, 4:30, 7:15, 10; Sun 11 a.m., 1:45, 4:30, 7:10, 9:55; Mon-Tue 1:45, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50; Wed 1:45, 4:30, 7:15, 10; Thur 1:45, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50.

Superhero Movie Fri-Sat 10:50 a.m., 12:55, 3:05, 5:20, 7:50, 10:05; Sun 10:50 a.m., 12:55, 3:05, 5:20, 7:40, 10; Mon-Thur 1:15, 3:15, 5:20, 7:40, 9:55.

Travis Pastrana: 199 Lives Wed-Thur 7.

Laemmle’s Fallbrook 7 Cinemas, Fallbrook Mall, 6731 Fallbrook Av, West Hills, (818) 340-8710. The Bank Job Fri-Sun 12:10, 5, 10; Mon-Thur 1:10, 6.

TO AN EXCLUSIVE ADVANCE SCREENING OF

Leatherheads Fri-Sun 1:30, 4:15, 7, 9:45; Mon-Thur noon, 2:30, 5:15, 8.

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day Fri-Sun 2:40, 7:40; MonTue 3:40, 8:40; Wed 11 a.m., 3:40, 8:40; Thur 3:40, 8:40.

Persepolis Fri noon, 2:20, 4:40, 7:20, 9:40; Sat noon, 2:20, 4:40, 7:20; Sun noon, 2:20, 4:40, 7:20, 9:40; Mon-Tue 1, 3:20, 5:40, 8:20; Wed 10:45 a.m., 1, 3:20, 5:40, 8:20; Thur 1, 3:20, 5:40, 8:20.

Priceless Fri-Sun 1:50, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50; Mon-Thur 12:20, 2:50, 5:30, 8:10.

Smart People Fri-Sun noon, 2:25, 4:50, 7:30, 9:55; Mon-Tue 1, 3:25, 5:50, 8:30; Wed 10:40 a.m., 1, 3:25, 5:50, 8:30; Thur 1, 3:25, 5:50, 8:30.

U, Me Aur Hum Fri-Sat 2:30, 6, 9:30; Sun-Thur 2, 5:30, 9.

Yaradi Nee Mohini Sat only, 10.

DARK MATTER

@ the AERO Theatre, 1328 Montana Ave. Santa Monica CA 90403 on Tuesday APRIL 15, 2008 at 7:30 PM Followed by Q&A with Producer JANET YANG (Joy Luck Club) To pick up your free screening voucher please visit at 302 Pico Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90405

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Win Free Gift vouchers to shop at Giordano Clothing at the Hollywood and Highland Center

This is a very exclusive screening and free passes/giveaways are limited.

PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY. No purchase necessary. First come, first served. One pass per person.

Voucher does not guarantee admission.

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Exclusive Engagements Start Friday, April 18th

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WEST HOLLYWOOD Laemmle’s Sunset 5 (323) 848-3500

IRVINE Edwards University Towne Center 6 (800) FANDANGO #143

PASADENA Laemmle’s Playhouse 7 Cinemas (626) 844-6500

KEVIN BREAK

THE MIGHTY L.A. RIVER (SEE SUNDAY) ~

Written and edited by Alfred Lee

THURSDAY 10

FRIDAY 11

SATURDAY 12

SUNDAY 13

SUPER, MAN

SERIES OF SHRINKS

GROWIN’ OLD

MINDING THE GAP

It’s L.A. Art Weekend. OK, OK, when isn’t it? But setting this par ticular weekend apart is the meta-curating of ForYourArt, who have taken it upon themselves to highlight and put together events through Sunday dedicated to the city’s creative talents. The place to be tonight is on the West Side, where the Hammer hosts an evening with non-fic filmmaker Albert Maysles (7 p.m.; free; 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood, 310-443-7000; Hammer.ucla.edu), the Italian Cultural Institute opens an exhibition by designer Enzo Mari (7-9 p.m.; free; 1023 Hilgard Ave., Westwood, 310-443-3250; iiclosangeles.esteri.it), and icon/performance artist Laurie Anderson presents Homeland at Royce Hall (8 p.m.; $30-$52; UCLA, Westwood, 310-825-2101; Uclalive.org).

It’s safe to say that all of Woody Allen’s movies are ripe for the psychoanalytic picking, but Crimes and Misdemeanors is as good a place to start as any, considering it contains murder, suicide, an extramarital affair, and at least one reference to defecation during sex. The film is tonight’s selection for a film series put on by West L.A.’s New Center for Psychoanalysis, where Thomas Brod and Apurva Shah will host a discussion that’s aimed at fellow mental health professionals, but open to the curious public. 7:30 p.m. $10. New Center for Psychoanalysis, 2014 Sawtelle Blvd., West L.A., (310) 478-6541 x10. Newcenterforpsychoanalysis.org.

Ever wonder what this city will look like when you’re old? For L.A.’s seniors, that day is today, and, well, let’s see: The L.A. of a half-century ago faced burgeoning urban sprawl, destructive brush fires, dependence on automobiles, and racial tensions.

Hmm. About … Productions gathered the insights and stories of L.A. seniors – war stories, first kisses, and the like – and brings them to life for theatrical production Showing Our Age, opening tonight. 8 p.m. $20; $15 students. [Inside] the Ford, 2580 Cahuenga Bl E, Hollywood, (323) 4613673. Info: Aboutpd.org.

Who doesn’t love a good bridge? Most of L.A., actually, which has prompted not one, but two events this week hoping to draw attention to the bridges of the L.A. River. On Thursday, the Getty holds a panel discussion on the subject moderated by KPCC’s friendly-neighbor-in-residence, Larry Mantle.

And today marks a “Bridge Mix” tour spanning four sites over about 2.5 miles from downtown to Boyle Heights, covering everything from the bridges’ roles in movie lore to architecture and ecology. 4 p.m. $30. Various locations. Info: (213) 623-2489 or Laconservancy.org.

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Belatedly discovering musical duo Stars of the Lid last year – both recent album Stars of the Lid and Their Refinement of the Decline and especially 2001’s Tired Sounds of Stars of the Lid – more or less ruined my life for a few weeks afterward. Most say the whole ambient-drone thing puts them to sleep – is that really so bad? – but the rest of us are driven to wistfully stare out windows for embarrassing periods of time.

Tonight, the Stars perform for what’s sure to be one of the stillest crowds in the Echoplex’s brief histor y. 8 p.m. $15.

Echoplex, 1154 Glendale Blvd., Echo Park, (213) 413-8200. Attheecho.com.

It’s probably worth going to see Atagoal Cat’s Magical Forest at the Japan Film Festival, just to see who else shows up to a screening of a movie about a gigantic cat and the Botanical Queen Pileah (seriously?) on a Tuesday at noon. JFF Los Angeles runs April 11-17 at Little Tokyo’s new Imaginasian Center; also screening today are Train Man at 7 p.m. and Appleseed Saga: Ex Machina at 9:20. If neither is to your liking, you can still salvage your night at Daikokuya, where the ramen noodles are pretty magical in themselves. $10; $7 students. Imaginasian Center, 251 S. Main St., Little Tokyo, (213) 814-4188. Jffla.org.

Hillary Carlip collects grocery lists. The author and artist has been at it for years, and now she’s turned a slightly creepy hobby into a full-fledged book. A la Cart highlights some of the lists Carlip has found over the years and imagines the people who made them; she even went so far as to take pictures dressed up as these characters in grocery stores around Los Angeles. My favorite list: “Mousetraps, cheese, mouse.”

7 p.m. Free. 8818 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, (310) 659-3110. Booksoup.com.

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In the early 1960s, Los Angeles was considered an artistic backwater. The lack of scrutiny gave freedom to L.A.’s more adventurous artists to work and experiment undisturbed. Deep L.A. artists like Wallace Berman, Ed Kienholz, Ed Ruscha, and Robert Irwin, among others, enjoyed a creative idyll, relatively free of scrutiny, while the Ferus Gallery on La Cienega was the focal point.

Critic and documentarian Kristine McKenna has been doing important work on this epoch. Her landmark Semina Culture show at the Santa Monica Museum of Art collected the elusive work of Wallace Berman, and those who were in his orbit.

On Sunday, McKenna will host an evening of varied short films that touch on ’60s SoCal art, titled The Ferus Gallery: A Place to Begin. Like the eclectic era these movies sprung from, the range of subject matter and motifs are far-flung.

One entry is a movie in progress, The Work, by Jackson Price. It currently consists of several shor t pods by ar tists Tony Berlant, Ruscha, Claes Oldenberg, and Price’s father, Ken – a Ferus artist – among others.

Andy Warhol’s Tarzan and Jane Regained also screens. “Andy came out here in ’63 for his Elvis show at Ferus. While he was here, he filmed Tarzan and Jane,” McKenna says. “And of course, Wallace and Dennis Hopper are in it.”

What did L.A. represent to Andy? “I think it was fun for him,” McKenna posits.

“He loved L.A., especially the glamour of Hollywood. All of his New York films, except Empire, were shot indoors. Tarzan made use of the scenery and the weather here.”

A Game of Chess, documenting artist and theoretician Marcel Duchamp’s appearance at the Pasadena Museum of Art in ’63, also screens. Photographer Julian Wasser captured the event. An iconic image shows the elder Duchamp, blithely puffing on his pipe, across a chessboard from the naked Eve Babitz. “Having Duchamp here was hugely important,” McKenna contends. “He was a god in the art world and I think it surprised New Yorkers that L.A. had so much regard for him.

And for his part, I think Duchamp was very charmed by the people he met here.”

–Kirk Silsbee The Ferus Gallery: A Place to Begin. Sun., 3 p.m. $9. Aero Theatre, 1328 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, (323) 466-3546.

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THE DODOS

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San Francisco’s the Dodos combine savage rock percussion with folk-inspired melodies in a truly unexpected way. Their new album, Visiter (out now on French Kiss Records), forges a new direction on thewell-trodden path of folk rock.

Playing May 2nd at the Natural History Museum!

www.saintsandsinnerslounge.net

Thursday • April 24 • 7pm

bigfoot lodge

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Friday • April 25 • 8pm

BOMBAY DUB ORCHESTRA In town for the Indian Film Festival, Andrew T. MacKay and Garry Hughes spin a set for Amoeba’s Friday night DJ series Resonance.

“An absolutely dream-inducing brainwave.”

— Billboard

WEEKLY DJ SETS! MANDALA WEDNESDAYS • 7-10PM RESONANCE FRIDAYS • 8-9:30PM

Happy Hour 5-8PM 10899 Venice Blvd. Los Angeles

Times are p.m. unless otherwise indicated. Listing order does not necessarily indicate billing order. All events subject to sudden (hopefully not violent) changes.

Annihilate This Week DJ Smokey P [Punk, Indie, Metal, 80's, Ska] Open 5 pm - 2 am daily. Never a cover! 21 & over with ID

3172 Los Feliz Blvd. L.A. • 323.662.9227

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ROCK, POP, ACOUSTIC

Friday April 11

Alex’s Bar, 2913 E Anaheim St, Long Beach, (562) 434-8292. Alexsbar.com. Call for showtimes Fri: Phil Shane. Sat: Smogtown, The Forgotten, The Ignorant, Civet. Sun: Thieves and Liars, Ride the Boogie, Vultures United. Wed: Sugarlight Girls.

Avalon Hollywood, 1735 N Vine St, Hollywood, (323) 462-8900. Avalonhollywood.com. Thur: Club Tigerheat. Fri: Spider After Dark with Cameron Van Peebles. Sat: Doc Martin, Luke Solomon.

Boardner’s of Hollywood, 1652 N Cherokee Av, Hollywood, (323) 462-9621. Boardners.com. Thur: Karaoke. Fri: Dekada. Sat: Bar Sinister. Mon: Blue Mondays. Tue: Institution Tuesdays. Wed: Club Moscow.

Bordello, 901 E First St, downtown L.A., (213) 6873766. Bordellobar.com. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, (310) 398-2583. Boulevardmusic.com. Call for showtimes. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

Café-Club Fais Do-Do, 5257 W Adams Bl, L.A., (323) 954-8080. Faisdodo.com. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

The Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Dr, Agoura Hills, (818) 879-5016. Canyonclub.net. Shows at 8 unless otherwise noted. Thur: The School of Rock Allstars. Fri: Foreigner.

Cat Club, 8911 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood, (310) 657-0888. Myspace.com/thecatclub. Shows at 8.

Thur: Mi Bands, The Drills, Starfuckers. Fri: Scarlet Sun, Steve Counsel, Betty For Now, D, White House Station, Burning Sky. Sat: George Joseph, Penny Relentless, Kenzo, Amplication, Loader. Mon: Gina Malfatti Project, Rhiana Lewis, Patsy Grind, Dope Girl, Telegraph Rd, Joy Pearson. Tue: Scott Smith, Kelly McGrath, Slater Sisters, Amy Van Dyke, Nuryah, Joyce Lee. Wed: Party with the Lizard Queens, High Priestess, Madam Sunset, Belly Dancers, Holly Boots.

CIA, 11334 Burbank Bl, North Hollywood, (818) 5066353. Ciabnormalarts.com. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, (310) 390-1328. Myspace.com/thecinemabar. Shows at 9 unless noted. Thur: Ruby, Claire Holley, Neighborhood Bullys. Fri: Marco Sanchez. Sat: Dave Gleason, Old Californio. Sun: Adam Smith. Mon: Charlie Vargas. Tue: Kristin Mooney, Nicole Gordon.

eWorldMusic Launch Party featuring Vinyl Soul,

Cal Bennett 7021 Hollywood Blvd. Ste 209 Hollywood www.knittingfactory.com

TEMPLE BAR saturday April 12

Forrest Day, David Ryan Harris, Mulatto 1026 Wilshire Blvd. (at 11th St.), Santa Monica www.templebarlive.com

KEY CLUB MONday April 14

Steel Panther (formerly Metal Skool)

6400 SUNSET BLVD. (323) 245-6400

19039 Sunset BLVD. W. HollywooD www.keyclub.com

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For info, see Rock, Pop, Acoustic listings.

Thursday April 10

DJ adventures curated by DJ JUN!

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Apocalyptica Oh, how the Roxy will sway and swoon this Monday! You wanted the rock, get ready for Bach! Well, not really: The four Finns of Apocalyptica are metal-loving dudes who just happen to play cellos instead of guitars. (Actually, one of them is a drummer.) Years after the quartet’s 1996 debut, Plays Metallica by Four Cellos, the group has gone on to a surprisingly long-lasting career, releasing no less than five studio albums of original material, along with constantly touring mainland Europe. This stop in L.A., in support of current album Worlds Collide, is a rare occurrence, and should make for a night of international bonding among open-minded fans. (Mon. at the Roxy, 9009 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, Theroxyonsunset.com.)

–Joshua Sindell

BE SCENE street team will be at The Temple Bar this week.

Check the blog for updates and come out to The Temple Bar to BE SCENE

Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement’s trademark acoustic guitars lead the blitz, backed by a diverse array of instrumentation and production technique.

Their self-titled full length album (with cool poster inside) comes out on Sub Pop, April 22nd.

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The comedy team of Aziz Ansari, Rob Huebel and Paul Scheer bring the funny to Amoeba and sign copies of Season 1 of their sketch comedy show!

Hundreds of independently owned music stores across the country will celebrate “Record Store Day” and Amoeba gets in on the fun with guest DJ sets from Peanut Butter Wolf, The Donnas, and more special guests!

Gift bags with any purchase (while they last), drawings for Amoeba gift certificates from noon - 7pm, exclusive vinyl releases from your favorite artists and more!!

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Karaoke + $3 Kamikazes 10721 Burbank Blvd. N. Hollywood

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Cobalt Café, 22047 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, (818) 348-3789. Cobaltcafe.com. Fri: California Bleeding, Prey for the Hunters, Destroy the Skies, Falco Does It Dirty, The Greenery, This Is the Hospital, Destroy the Runner, 7. Sat: Ignition, Empires Ablaze, Standard Profile, Deminuere, Amfybia, 8. Sun: The Dictions, Rotten Brains, Destructive Bastards, Disorderly Conduct, Aggressive Bastards, Isolated Victims, Border Bandits, 6:30. Tue: Open Reading.

The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Bl, Altadena, (626) 398-7917. Coffeegallery.com. Thur: ShoeFly, 8. Fri: Incendio, 8. Sat: Sligo Rags, 7. Sun: All Wood & Stones, 7. Mon-Tues: Terry Talbot and Rocky Mountain High, 8.

Cowboy Palace Saloon, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth, (818) 341-0166. Cowboypalace.com.

Call for showtimes. Thur: The Good Brothers, Merchants of Moonshine. Fri: Merchants of Moonshine.

Sat: Brant Vogel. Sun: Neil Morrow. Tue: Justin Foutz. Wed: Coldwater Canyon.

The Derby, 4500 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz, (323) 6638979. Clubderby.com. Thur: Ben Pringle, Leah V, My Secret Alphabet, Abbot Kinney, Sleepless Me, Jersey Versus, 8; VIP Lounge: Hands, Jason Lucas, Lara D, D. Henry Fenton, Next of Kin, 8:15. Fri: Jill Warhol, Eugene Edwards, Figure One, Apeyga, Immaculati, 3 Horse Whiskey; VIP Lounge: John Wilson, Noel Peterson, Army of Love, 8:15. Wed: Armada, Christ Tondre, City Museum, Playboy and a Prophet, Mooey Moobau, The Resistance, 8.

Dragonfly, 6510 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood, (323) 466-6111. Thedragonfly.com. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

The Echo, 1822 Sunset Bl, Echo Park, (213) 4138200. Attheecho.com. Thur: Mia Doi Todd, Winter Flowers, 8:30. Fri: Xiu Xiu, Thao with the Get Down Stay Down, Club Underground, 8. Sat: Dirty Projectors, No Kids, 8; In the Echoplex: Cava, Buyepongo, 9.

Sun: Tony Gilkyson, Patty Blee, 5; Part Time Punks; In the Echoplex: Benefit Poker Tournament, 2. Mon: Radars to the Sky, The Transmissions, The Henry Clay People, Death to Anders, 8:30; In the Echoplex: Stars of the Lid (See 7 Days in L.A.), Christopher Willits, Nudge, 8. Wed: In the Echoplex: Dub Club, 9.

El Cid, 4212 W Sunset Bl, L.A., (323) 668-0318.

Elcidla.com. Thur: Almardiente Flamenco Dinner Theater, 6:30; Victory Variet Hour, 10. Fri: Flamenco Dinner Theatre, 6:30. Sat: Flamenco Dinner Theatre, 6; Club Macondo, 10. Sun: Jerri Thill and Friends, 1:30 ; Flamenco Dinner, 6:30. Mon: Garage Comedy, 8. Tue: Open Mic, 7. Wed: Flamenco Dinner, 6:30; Comedy Junction, 9:30.

El Rey, 5515 Wilshire Bl, L.A., (323) 936-6400/4790.

APRIL 10~16, 2008

Theelrey.com. Shows at 8. Fri: Nick Lowe, Robyn Hitchcock. Sat: Meat Beat Manifesto, Raz Mesinai’s Badawi. Sun: Hotel Café Tour. Wed: Evening with Eels.

14 Below, 1348 14th St, Santa Monica, (310) 4515040. 14below.com. Call for showtimes. Thur: Curtis, DEN, Approximation, Avangaad, 9. Fri: Another Sky, Pyschodelicate, Bobby St. Vincent, Aeroplane Soul, 8. Sat: DJ “TK”, Blonde Bazaar, Fallen Vegas, Thirty Round Clip, Absolution, 8. Sun: Fertitta & McClintock, Celia Chavez, Mark Lennon, Beautiful Criminal, 8. Tue: Acoustic Tuesdays, 8. Wed: Shed Antics, SiSTiNE, 9.

Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, West Hollywood, (323) 653-0640. Genghiscohen.com. Thur: Dustin Fire, Ryan Hill, Daphne Darling, Yolanda Ruiz, 8. Fri: Vertigo Road, Aquanaut vs. Cosmonaut, Jane Carrey Band, 8. Sat: Karen Ramos, Tara Macri, Ariana Briceno, Sinem Saniye, 7:30. Tue: Edie Carey, Rose Cousins, Brett Boyett, 8. Wed : Uncle Junior, Mike Luginbill, Jill Cohn, 8.

The Gig, 7302 Melrose Av, L.A., (323) 936-4440.

Liveatthegig.com. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

Good Hurt, 12249 Venice Bl, West L.A., (310) 3901076. Goodhurt.net. Thur: Teddy’s Cheer, Morning in America, Vodkarlo, 9:15. Fri: The Happy Casualties, The Beaters, Joey, Caso Do Samba, 8:30.

Sat: Pussy Galore, Bagg of Noize, Light Chemist, Manic Automatic, High Stereo, 9. Sun: Pure Pressure Productions presents, 8. Mon: Mitsumashu, Lemon Drop Kick, The Rhythm Coffin, The Big Cool, 8:45. Tue: Pure Pressure Productions presents, 8. Wed: Mosaic presents, 8.

Hallenbeck’s General Store & Café, 5510 Cahuenga Bl, North Hollywood, (818) 985-5916. Hallenbecks.net. Tue: Open Mike, 7.

The Hotel Café, 1623 N Cahuenga Bl, Hollywood, (323) 461-2040. Hotelcafe.com. Thur: Johnny Newman, Arrica Rose, AM, Kawehi, Levi Weaver, 7. Fri: Ken Oak Band, Greg Laswell, Laura Jansen, Kelly Dalton, Sara Azriel, 7. Sat: Ryan Hanifl, Shawn Pander, Donovan Lyman, Port, Hana Pestle, 7. Sun: Dan Bern, Miwa Gemini, 7. Tue: David Ford, Meiko, Stacy Clark, 8. Wed: Georgie James, Buddy, 8.

House of Blues, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood, (323) 848-5100. Hob.com. Thur: The Dan Band, 9.

Fri: Yellowcard Acoustic, Spill Canvas, Playradioplay!, Treat of Paris, 8. Sun: Gospel Brunch, 1.

Wed: Cubensis, Highway 61, 8.

Key Club, 9039 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood, (310) 274-5800. Keyclub.com. Call for showtimes. Thur: Better Luck Next Time, Todd Hannigan. Fri: Warped Tour Kick Off Party. Sat: Testament, Laaz Rockit, Blaksmith. Sun: Testament, Laaz Rockit, Letum Ascensus. Mon: Steel Panther, The Perfect Victim. Tue: Ruby Tuesdays presented by Spin with Drive A, 8.

Wed: Lady Antebellum.

King King, 6555 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood, (323) 9609234. Kingkinghollywood.com. Thur: Conjob, Natives of the New Dawn, Shotgun Radio, 8. Sat: DJ Kemal, 10. Sun: Blues Adjacent, Brian Wright and The Waco Tragedies, 7. Mon: When Worlds Collide, 8. Tue: Descargo con Timba with Sono-Lux and DJ Saoco, 10. Wed: Mortified, 8.

Knitting Factory, 7021 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood, (323) 463-0204. Knittingfactory.com. See also Knitting Factory AlterKnit Lounge. Thur: The Mother Hips, New Monsoon, 8; In the Front: Michael Rosas, Daniel Brummel, Dominique Leone, Stepsonday, 7:30. Fri: Vinyl Soul, Cal Bennet, Katya, David Thiele, Starving for Gravity, Blue Judy, 7:30; In the Front: Still Remains, Gwen Stacy, Catherine, Secret Whisper, Duck Duck Goose, 7:30. Sat: Nightlife, 9; In the Front: eWorldMusic Launch, 11:30 a.m.; MLC, MNLOP, 8.

Sun: Join the Band, 10:45 a.m.; Neurotoxin, Rattlehead, Exhaust, Mutant Terror, Teenage Attack, 7:30; In the Front: Savannah Phillips, 2; Self Against City, Brighten, Lakes, A Rocket to the Moon, Lives of Famous Men, One Small Step for Landmines, Until April, 7:30. Mon: NOFX, American Steel, 7. Tue: Young and Damned, Mesia, As Is, Mindz of Our Own, 8; In the Front: Viernes 13, Chris Murray Combo, The Bohunks, Isolated Victims, 9. Wed: A Skylit Drive, Dance Gavin Dance, Oh Sleeper, Before Their Eyes, Four Letter Lie, Memphis May Fire, The Hottness, 6; In the Front: Monte Negro, Astra Heights, Chana, 8.

Knitting Factory AlterKnit Lounge, 7021 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood, (323) 463-0204. Knittingfactory.com.

See also Knitting Factory. Fri: Wild Youth, Foreign Academy, Swivel, Stirfry and the Hammerheads, Funky A, 8. Sat: The BGP, Saba, 8. Mon: NOFX, American Steel, 7. Tue: A&R Knights: The Trademark, 7.

Kulak’s Woodshed, 5230 1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood, (818) 766-9913. Kulakswoodshed.com. Thur: Cameron Melville and Friends, Jerry Mulkins, John Kamplain. Fri: Edwardo and Friends.

Sat: Zach Singer and Friends. Mon: Open Mic with Lisa Turner. Wed: Acoustic Jam Session.

Largo, 432 N Fairfax Av, L.A., (323) 852-1073/1851.

Largo-la.com. Call for showtimes. Thur: The Watkins Family Hour. Fri-Sat: Rhett Miller. Mon: Nick Kroll, Jessi Klein. Tue: Dave Palmer and Friends. Wed: Zach Galifianakis.

Little Temple, 4519 Santa Monica Bl, L.A., (323) 660-4540. Littletemple.com. See also Temple Bar. Shows at 9. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

The Malibu Inn Bar and Restaurant, 22969 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, (310) 456-6060. Malibuinn.com. Shows at 8. Thur: Battle of the Bands. Fri: A.I. Sat: Supersuckers, Good Man Down, Eddie Spaghetti, Jordan Shapiro. Sun: Katchafire, Hooliganz, Sashamon, 6.

McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, (310) 828-4497. Mccabes.com. Fri-Sat: Chris Hillman, Herb Pedersen, 8. Sun: David Wilcox, 9.

The Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, L.A., (323) 954-9400.

Themintla.com. Thur: Kaitlyn Anderson, Liz Mikel, Smith & Pyle, Fuji Minx, 8. Fri: Leo Nocentelli, DJ Quickie Mart, Kelly’s Lot CD release, 8. Sat: Can of Jam presents. Sun: 387 Entertainment presents, 7:30.

Mon: The Groove Pocket, 9:30. Tue: Eric Himan, Erin Torpey, Shaimus, 8. Wed: Banyan, Crescent Moon Descendants and Jack Atlantis, Jennifer Grayson, Becky Kessler, 8.

Molly Malone’s Irish Pub, 575 S Fairfax Av, L.A., (323) 935-1577. MollymalonesLA.com. Thur: Stefano Giorgini, The Mighty Regis, The Dirges, 8:30. Fri: Tony Zignago, Jocelyn and the Blends, The Young Royals, Rock Child, 8. Sat: The Stex Jebba, Aquanaut vs.

Cosmonaut, The Northstar Session, Bringers of the Dawn, 7:30. Sun: David D’Alessio, Kelley Dolan, Jenna Bryson. 7:30. Mon: Adjoa Skinner, Caitlin Crosby, Carney, 8. Tue: Charlie Super Fly, Freeman, 9.

Wed: Sam & Ruby, Adjoa Skinner, The Daylights, 8.

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to the Jazz Bakery, through Saturday. He learned long ago how to pack all of the masculine emotions into his work, surrounded by a shell of high-note vulnerability. There aren’t many jazz legends left, but Jimmy qualifies. Another legend, trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, is being celebrated at Catalina’s, also through Saturday. An all-star band with alto saxophonist James Spaulding – from Freddie’s Blue Note days – trombonist Slide Hampton, pianist George Cables, and others will gather to pay tribute to a trumpet warrior who played hard for the longest time, regardless of the consequences. Saturday at Gianelli Square (1945 Londelius St., Northridge, 818-772-1722; 8 p.m.; $15, 20), Alan Broadbent gives an object lesson in the art of the piano trio (with bassist John Gianelli and drummer Tim Pleasant), on a state-of-the-art instrument at a great recital hall.

Lyricism, emotion, and facility all fuse brilliantly in Broadbent’s hands. Five, a new opera written by flute virtuoso Ellen Burr, premieres Sunday at Electric Lodge (1416 Electric Ave., Venice, 310-306-1854; 7:30 p.m.) It’s based on five poems by Dottie Grossman and has a vocal and wind instrument ensemble. Wednesday at Vibrato, East Coast pianist Joyce DiCamillo makes a rare stopover. She swings and finds the pretty notes.

She’s also smart enough to graft a “Milestones” opening onto her arrangement of “The Lamp Is Low.” Joyce’s firm touch is always welcome in these parts.

–Kirk Silsbee

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www. zone - la .com 323.290.0200 Mr. T’s Bowl, 5621 1/2 N Figueroa St, Highland Park, (323) 256-7561. Mrtsbowl.tripod.com. Call for showtimes. Thur: Codpiece, Downtown/Union, The Natural Disasters. Fri: Benny Kilz Roady Skaggz, 9. Sat: Free Falling Safe, Surrender the Pink, Bumtech, Vesuvia Sonic, Sons of Tito. Sun: Pizza!, I Lost the Lottery, Fol Chen. Mon: Dead Sea Scrolls, Abe Lincoln Story, Castano. Tue: Avangaad, Vaudeville, Lovely Bones, The Beeters. Wed: HB3, The Other Side of Morning, Strangely Attractive, 8.

Portfolio Coffeehouse, 2300 E Fourth St, Long Beach, (562) 434-2486. Portfoliocoffeehouse.com.

Fri: Kimberly Jenkins, 9. Sat: Kevin Shima, 9. Wed: Open Mic. Room 5 Lounge, 143 N La Brea Av, second floor, Hollywood, (323) 938-2504. Room5lounge.com. Thur: Mark Franco, 8. Fri: Acoustic Playhouse, 12. Sat: Gene Loveland, Samantha Farrell, Candance Devine, 8. Sun: Brad Stewart, 7. Mon: Acoustic Mondays, 8. Tue: Andrew Herringer, Skylar Stonestreet, 8. Wed: USC Thornton School of Music Showcase.

The Roxy, 9009 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood, (310) 276-2222. Theroxyonsunset.com. Thur: Tita Lima, Jaded Ash, Prime, Canoga Music School Band, Jupiter’s Ring, 7:15. Fri: Glenn Frey, Don Was, Michael Thompson, Daniel Powter, Inara George, Bird & the Bee, Hello Stranger, 8. Sat: PS Nevermind, Billy Boy on Poison, The Jakes, Everybody Else, The Kiss Electric, 7:15; In the Rox: Heavynn, Dee Lee, Kina, DKLA, Rachel Sierra, 9. Sun: Bear McCreary: The Music of Battlestar Galactica, 8. Mon: Apocalyptica, 8. Tue: Bear McCreary: The Music of Battlestar Galactica, 8; On the Rox: Power of County, Drunken Prayer, Casa de Chihuahua, 8:30.

Safari Sam’s, 5214 Sunset Bl, Hollywood, (323) 666-7267. Safari-sams.com. Thur: Anti Nowhere League, Angel City Outcasts, The Hollow Points, The Last Gang, 8. Sat: Dragstrip 66, 9. Sun: Brunch Americana with Eleven Hundred Springs, Mike Stinson, Dave Gleason, noon; Safari Sam’s Two Year Anniversary Show, 6. Mon: The Last Gang, 7. Tue: Virtual Tuesdays, 8.

Scene Bar, 806 E Colorado St, Glendale, (818) 2417029. Thescenebar.com. Shows at 9. Thur: Action 45, Transexpistols, The Uvs, The Girls. Fri: The Booze Hounds, PC101, Stab City. Sat: Silver Needle, Pussy Cow, The Invisible Humans, Automatique. Mon: Seasons, Crooked Cowboy, Old Toy Trains, Push Play.

Silverlake Lounge, 2906 Sunset Bl, Silver Lake, (323) 666-2407. Foldsilverlake.com. Thur: Windy City Gentlemen, Caroline Movement, 9. Mon: The Lieutenants. Tue: I Make This Sound, Nick Jaina, The Break-Ups. Wed: Two Guns, 8:45.

The Smell, 247 S Main St, L.A., (213) 625-4325.

Thesmell.org. Shows at 9. Fri: Voice on Tape, 60-Watt Kid, SNACKS, Fantastic Magic, John Thill.

Spaceland, 1717 Silver Lake Bl, Silver Lake, (213) 833-2843. Clubspaceland.com. Thur: The High Society, 8:30. Fri: Enon, Mellowdrone, Aanchors Aaweigh, 8:30. Sat: Scout Niblett, Herman Dune, Wilderness, 8:30. Mon: Johnathan Rice, The Heavenly States, 8:30. Tue: Bryan Scary, 8:30.

Taix 321 Lounge, 1911 W Sunset Bl, L.A., (213) 4841265. Taixfrench.com. Shows at 10:30. Thur: Michael Ann and the Ozark Mountain Thrush, Michael Doman.

Fri: DJs Isreal and Omar. Sat: Alias Means, The Sons of Diablo, Los Duggans. Wed: Dogweed, Drunk-

en Stuntmen.

Tangier Lounge, 2138 Hillhurst Av, L.A., (323) 6668666. Tangierrestaurant.net. Sun: Taylor Goldsmith, Michael Davis, Olin and the Moon, 8:45. Wed: Sara Lov, Patrick Park, Learning Music, Cinnamon Roll Gang, 8:30.

Temple Bar, 1026 Wilshire Bl, Santa Monica, (310) 393-6611. Templebarlive.com. Thur: Kasha, DJ David, 9. Fri: Pacific Division, Black Spade, Nobody Famous, DJ Spill, DJ 7, 9. Sat: Forrest Day, David Ryan Harris, Mulatto, 9. Sun: Elis Victoria, 8:30. Tue: Sixx Carter, Mark McLain, Jason Farnham, 8:30.

Wed: Absynth, Audiopharmacy, 8:30.

Troubadour, 9081 Santa Monica Bl, West Hollywood, (310) 276-6168. Troubadour.com. Fri: American Hi-Fi, Lido Beach, Cruiserweight, Verona Grove, 8:15. Sat: Handsome Furs, Mr. Tube & The Flying Objects. Sun: Sick Puppies, Thriving Ivory, Saving Abel.

Mon: Django James and the Midnight Squires, A Race Called Man, Zach Broocke, You, Me and Everyone We Know, Socratic, 7:15. Tue: The Nightwatchman.

UnUrban Coffee House, 3301 W Pico Bl, Santa Monica, (310) 315-0056. Unurban.com. Fri: UnUrban Open Mike, 7:30.

Viper Room, 8852 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood, (310) 358-1880. Viperroom.com. Thur: HR From Bad Brains, DIA Global Rock Showcase, Roses on her Grave, Big Stone City, 8:30. Fri: The Naked, Back Door Slam, Leroy Powell, Paul Chesne, 8:30. Sat: Super Jenny’s Rock and Roll Sendoff, Attic of Love, Lady Sinatra, No Thanks, Tommy Black, Halestorm, Casper Star, 8:30. Sun: Free Form Orchestra, Natives of the New Dawn, 8:30. Mon: Clamity Magnet, Mike Krum.

Tue: Eric Dover, Smash Fashion, Once, Tommy Black.

Wed: Redstone Hall, Ambrose, Seven Reasons, Sarah Mcleod, 8:30.

Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank, (818) 8452425. Vivacantina.com. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

Whisky a Go-Go, 8901 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood, (310) 652-4202. Whiskyagogo.com. Thur: Hate for State, FZ10, BC Jean. Fri: Endtone, Frontrunner, One Thread, Strong Arm Down, Take Flight. Sat: Moonshine Bandits, Prowler, Jackson Road, An E For Effort, The Cringe. Sun: Hollowshell, The Dazed, The Unsettled. Mon: Flashby Image, Hidden Scare Crow.

Zeropoint, 1049 E 32nd St, L.A. Zeropointspace.org.

Thur-Wed: Call for info.

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Babe’s & Ricky’s Inn, 4339 Leimert Bl, Leimert Park, (323) 295-9112. Bluesbar.com. Thur: Jam Session with Mama’s Boys. Fri-Sat: Mighty Balls of Fire. Mon: Jam Night, Mickey Champion.

Back Room at Henri’s, 21601 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, (818) 348-5582. Shows at 8. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

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Avenged Sevenfold, Atreyu, Bullet For My Valentine, Thur, Long Beach Arena, 300 E Ocean Bl, Long Beach, at 5:15. (562) 436-3636.

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The Baked Potato, 3787 Cahuenga Bl, Studio City, (818) 980-1615. Thebakedpotato.com. Shows at 9:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. Thur: The Brothers Thick.

Fri: The Return of The Mike Miller Allstars. Sat: Steve Weingart Allstar Jazz. Sun: Brandon Fields Allstars. Mon: Monday Night Jammmz. Tue: Cartaya’s Enclave. Wed: Coryell Auger Sample Trio.

B.B. King’s Blues Club, 1000 Universal Center Dr, Universal City, (818) 622-5464. La.bbkingclubs.com.

Thur-Wed: Call for info.

Blue Café, 210 Promenade, Long Beach, (562) 983-7111. Thebluecafe.com. Call for showtimes.

Thur: 3rd Alley, Grins Edge, Merlins Moon, 8; In the Blue: Shoot It Up, Ciril, Stff Jeans. Fri: Isaac Haile Selassie, Daddy Roots, 10:30; In the Blue: Live Music. Sat: Supersuckers, Wayne Hancock, 8; In the Blue: Sambala. Sun: Live music; In the Blue: Live music. Tue: Smitty Productions, Ablaze, Robbi Spenser, 9; In the Blue: Live Music. Wed: Live Music; In the Blue: Live music.

Café Boogaloo, 1238 Hermosa Av, Hermosa Beach, (310) 318-2324. Boogaloo.com. Thur: Kirk ‘Eli’ Fletcher & friends. Fri: Gia Ciambotti. Sat: T-Lou & Super Hot Zydeco. Tue: Southern Fried Chicken.

Wed: Trunk Full O’Funk.

Café Metropol, 923 E Third St, downtown L.A., (213) 613-1537. Roccoinla.com. Fri: RootSysterm, Larry Koonse & Darek Oles Duo, Todd Milstein’s Chamber Jazz Trio, Adam Benjamin’s Acoustic Trio, 8. Sat: Josh Nelson Quintet, Micheal Vlatkovich & William Roeper, 8.

Catalina Bar & Grill, 6725 Sunset Bl, Hollywood, (323) 466-2210. Catalinajazzclub.com. Shows at 8:30 & 10:30 unless noted. Thur-Sat: Freddie Hubbard 70th Birthday Celebration. Sun: Jazz America, noon; Sylvia Brooks. Tue: Shea Breux Wells. Wed: Judy Wexler CD release party.

Charlie O’s, 13725 Victory Bl, Van Nuys, (818) 994-3058. Charlieos.com. Thur: Bruce Eskovitz Jazz Orchestra. Fri-Sat: John Heard Trio. Sun: Ron Anthony, Barry Zweig & friends. Mon: Emil Richards All Star Big Band. Tue: Zane Musa Quar tet. Wed: Don Williams Quintet.

Cozy’s Bar & Grill, 14058 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks, (818) 986-6000. Cozysblues.com. Thur: The 44’s. Fri: Curtis Salgado. Sat: Café R&B. Mon: Pro Blues Jam. Tue: Kings and Queens of Underground.

Wed: CSON Lounge.

Csardas, 5820 Melrose Av, Hollywood, (323) 9626434. Thur-Wed: Call for more info.

El Floridita, 1253 N Vine St, Hollywood, (323) 8718612. Elfloridita.com. Fri: Jam Sessions with Orquesta Charangoa. Sat: Salsa bands. Mon: Johnny Polanco y Su Orquesta Amistad. Wed: Cuban Jam Session with Conjunto Guama.

Harvelle’s, 1432 Fourth St, Santa Monica, (310) 3951676. Harvelles.com. Thur: PCH Band, 9:30. Fri: Arthur Adams, 9:30. Sat: Blowin Smoke and The Fabulous Smokettes, 9. Sun: The Toledo Show, 9:30.

Mon: All-Star Pro Jam, 9. Tue: Bongo Fury, 9:30. Wed: House of Vibe, 9:30.

JAX, 339 N. Brand Bl, Glendale, (818) 500-1604.

Jaxbarandgrill.com. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

The Jazz Bakery, 3233 Helms Av, Culver City, (310) 271-9039. Jazzbakery.com. Shows at 8 & 9:30 unless specified. Thur-Sat: Jimmy Scott. Sun: Dini Clarke, 4; Leslie Drayton. Mon-Tue: “In Love” with the Music of Antonio Carlos Jobim. Wed: Chembo Corniel LatinJazz All-Stars.

La Granada, 17 S First St, Alhambra, (626) 227-2572.

Letsdancela.com. Thur: Salsa Dance. Fri: Salsa Dance, 10. Sat-Sun: Salsa Central. Mon: Ballroom, 5:30. Tue: Salsa Dancing, 10. Wed: Disco Hustle, 8:30.

La Vé Lee, 12514 Ventura Bl, Studio City, (818) 9808158. Laveleejazzclub.com. Shows at 8:30 & 10:30.

Thur: Tefere Hazy, Diane Carter, James Manning, Vincent Bonhan, G-Moe. Fri: Poncho Sanchez. Sat: Kevyn Lettau & Peter Sprague. Tue: Bandidos De Amor. Wed: Volto! Danny Carey, Kirk Covington, John Ziegler, Lance Morrison.

Mama Juana’s, 3707 Cahuenga Bl W, Studio City, (818) 505-8636. Mamajuanas.com. Shows at 7. ThurWed: Call for info.

Miceli’s, 1646 N Las Palmas Av, Hollywood, (323) 466-3430. Micelisrestaurant.com. Live performances at 6. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

2nd Street Jazz, 366 E Second St, downtown L.A., (323) 680-0047. Myspace.com/landon2ndstreetlivejazz. Thur-Wed: Call for info.

Spazio, 14755 Ventura Bl, Sherman Oaks, (818) 7288400. Spazio.la. Shows at 8. Thur: Teka New Bossa Quintet. Fri: Bob Sheppard Quartet. Sat: Sherwood Sledge Quartet. Sun: Sunday Brunch with Gaea Schell and Tony Dumas; Chuck Manning Quartet. Mon: Gaea Schell Trio. Tue: John Pisano’s Guitar Night with Sid Jacobs. Wed: Ernie Draffin Trio.

Vibrato Grill Jazz, 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Bel Air, (310) 474-9400. Vibratogrilljazz.com. Thur: Bruce Forman Quartet. Fri: Sam Most Quartet. Sat: Joe Bagg Organ Trio. Sun: George Cables. Tue: Tom Garvin, Chris Colangelo. Wed: Joyce DiCamillo.

World Stage, 4344 Degnan Bl, Leimert Park, (323) 293-2451. Theworldstage.org. Call for showtimes.

Thur: Jazz Jam Session, 9:40. Fri: World Stage Stories with Steve Isoardi, 8; Concert Series, 9:30 & 11. Sat: Saturday School, 9:45 a.m.; Jazz workshop, noon; Concert Series, 9:30 & 11. Sun: Sisters of Jazz, 7:30. Mon: Drum workshop, 7. Tue: Vocal workshop, 6:30. Wed: Anansi Writers Workshop, 7:30.

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Bring Back ‘The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow’ Because I was out of town last weekend, I wasn’t able to pluck a show from my usual local theatergoing rounds for this vaunted slot. However, I couldn’t help but notice that one week after I wrote a column suggesting that someone should work out a system that would enable acclaimed South Coast Repertory premieres to move quickly from Orange County to L.A., the Geffen Playhouse has announced just such a transfer. Donald Margulies’ Shipwrecked!, seen last year at South Coast, will open at the Geffen in June. That’s all well and good, but if L.A.’s bigger theaters are going to start actively trawling the South Coast waters, one of the first plays to make the move should be Rolin Jones’s The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow. First produced at South Coast in 2003, it might be the best play set in greater L.A. (well, Calabasas) that has yet to be produced in L.A. It’s a wild comedy about an adopted Chinese teenager and her search for her roots. The South Coast production probably couldn’t be re-assembled at this late date, but some L.A. company should make the play its own.

–Don Shirley

Jackie Greene with Chelsea Williams, Fri, Crash Mansion, 1024 Grand Av, downtown L.A., at 8. (213) 7470999.

Moenia, Fri, The Wiltern, 3790 Wilshire Bl, L.A., at 9. (213) 380-5005.

The Art Laboe Show, Deniece Williams, Peaches & Herb, Notations, Sat, Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal CityWalk, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, at 8:15. (818) 622-4440.

“Hotel Café Tour” with Ingrid Michaelson, Cary Brothers, and Meiko, Sat, Music Box @ Fonda at 8.

Yukiko Matsuyama, Sat, Sozenji Buddhist Temple in Montebello, 3020 W. Beverly Bl, L.A., at 7:30. (310) 818-6997.

Eddie Vedder, Sat-Sun, The Wiltern at 8.

Wu Man, Sat, Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, 12700 Center Court Dr, Cerritos, at 8. (800) 3004345.

Fab Four with the Wings Band, Sun, The Grove of Anaheim, 2200 E Katella Av, Anaheim, at 7. (714) 712-2700.

Morcheeba, Sun, Music Box @ Fonda at 7:30.

Tech N9NE & Paul Wall, Tue, Crash Mansion at 8.

California Guitar Trio, Wed, Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30.

Mary J. Blige, Jay-Z, Wed, Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood, at 7. (323) 850-2000.

Dimmu Borgir, Wed, The Grove of Anaheim at 8.

Bobby McFerrin, Chick Corea, Jack DeJohnette, Wed, Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Av, downtown L.A., at 8. (213) 972-7211.

–Emma Gallegos

STAGE OPENING THIS WEEK Biking with Andrew Scott. After a man commits suicide, his friends deal with the stages of grief and the presence of his ghost. Written by Debbie Bolsky. Directed by Christopher Holder. Write Act Repertory Theatre, 6128 Yucca St, Hollywood. Info: (323) 960-7792 or Plays411.com/andrewscott. Opens Thur at 8. Thurs-Sats at 8. Closes May 17.

Cell Phone Funeral. A farcical portrayal of who would attend a gay man’s wake when his socially repressed, long-distance family is charged with planning the funeral. Written by John Trapper. Actor’s Playpen Theatre, 1514 N Gardner St, Hollywood, (323) 874-1733. Theactorsplaypen.com. Opens Fri at 8.

Fris-Sats at 8. Closes May 17.

The Concept of Remainders. A conservative, middle-aged couple make a pact that allows either of them – in ten days – to have sex with partners outside their marriage. Written by Richard Martin Hirsch.

Directed by Mark L. Taylor. The Chandler Studio Theatre Center, 12443 Chandler Bl, North Hollywood, (800) 838-3006. Theprodco.com. Opens Fri at 8. FrisSats at 8; Suns at 3. Closes May 17.

I Do! I Do! Book & lyrics by Tom Jones. Music by Harvey Schmidt. Directed by Will Mackenzie. La Mirada Theatre, 14900 La Mirada Bl, La Mirada, (562) 944-9801. Lamiradatheatre.com. Opens Sat at 8.

Tues-Thurs at 7:30; Fris at 8; Sats at 2 & 8; Suns at 2 & 7. Closes Apr 27.

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trapped. Written by Mitch Watson. Directed by Michael Schlitt. The Actors’ Gang Ivy Substation, 9070 Venice Bl, Culver City, (310) 838-4264. Theactorsgang.com. Opens Sat at 8. Thurs-Fris at 8; Sats at 8 & 10:30. Closes May 11.

L.A. Views. Company of Angels presents eight 10minute plays dedicated to L.A.’s sense of community. Alexandria Hotel, 501 S Spring St, downtown L.A.. Info: (323) 883-1717 or Companyofangels.org.

Opens Thur at 8. Thurs-Sats at 8. Closes Apr 26.

Lost in Hollywoodland. Musical about a struggling young director in 1950s Hollywood who matches wits with a “devilish” studio head. Written by Alex Wexler and Bill Parsley. Directed by Richard Hochberg. Theatre 40 at Beverly Hills High School, 241 Moreno Dr, Beverly Hills, (310) 364-0535. Theatre40.org.

Opens Sat at 8. Sats at 8; Suns at 2. Closes June 1.

My Fair Lady. The Cameron Mackintosh/National Theatre of Great Britain production of Lerner and Loewe’s musical. Directed by Trevor Nunn. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N Grand Av, downtown L.A., (213) 628-2772. Centertheatregroup.org. Opens Thur at 8. Tues-Weds at 8; Thurs at 2 & 8; Fris at 8; Sats at 2 & 8; Suns at 1 & 6:30. Closes Apr 27.

Othello. Shakespeare’s tragedy. Directed by Joel Asher. Globe Theater, Topanga, (310) 455-9400. Shakespeare-usa.com. Opens Fri at 8. Fris-Sats at 8; Suns at 2. Closes May 18.

Philoktetes. A workshop production of Sophocles’s play about war, honor, and the nature of truth. Directed by Michael Hackett. Getty Villa Auditorium, 17985 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades, (310) 440-7300. Getty.edu. Four perfs only: Fri at 8; Sat at 3 & 8; Sun at 3.

References to Salvador Dali Make Me Hot. Surreal play about an army wife waiting for her husband’s return. Written by Jose Rivera. Directed by Will Pellegrini. Art/Works Theater, 6569 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood. Info: (323) 960-5773 or Plays411.com/dali. Opens Thur at 8. Thurs-Sats at 8. Apr 30 at 8. Closes May 2.

Saint Joan. George Bernard Shaw’s tale of Joan of Arc leading the French against English invaders. Directed by Mathew Burgos. Tres Stage, 1523 N La Br ea Av, Hollywood, (323) 960-4424.

Plays411.com/saintjoan. Opens Thur at 8. ThursSats at 8; Suns at 7. Closes May 25.

What They Have. Kate Robin’s play about the lives of two entertainment industry couples. Directed by Chris Fields. South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Stage, 655 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa, (714) 708-5555. Southcoastrepertory.com. Opens Fri at 8. Showtimes: Call for details. Closes May 4.

What’s The Story? New solo work-in-progress by writer-performers of the What’s The Story? workshop.

Powerhouse Theatre, 3116 Second St, Santa Monica, (310) 450-1312. Whatsthestoryla.com. Mon only, at 8.

–Ed Carrasco and Alfred Lee

★★★ CONTINUING ★★★ Alice Sit-by-the-Fire. In James M. Barrie’s 1905 comedy, a British couple returns from years in India to reunite with their growing children. Misunderstandings multiply in a delightfully funny second act, but the third act provides a lyrical sense of generations exchanging roles. Joe Olivieri’s cast, with Alley Mills and Orson Bean, is remarkable. Pacific Resident Theatre, 705 1/2 Venice Bl, Venice, (310) 822-8392.

Pacificresidenttheatre.com. Thurs-Sats at 8; Suns at 3. Closes Apr 20. (Don Shirley)

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Black & Bluestein. In 1963, a black doctor offers to buy a house in a white, mostly Jewish St. Louis suburb. The house is owned by the developer and his liberal wife, who face opposition from neighbors and relatives. Jerry Mayer’s meatier-than-usual autobiographical tale achieves considerable pungency, despite a few clunky components. The Other Space, Santa Monica Playhouse, 1211 Fourth St, Santa Monica. Info: (800) 838-3006 or Santamonicaplayhouse.com. Sats 3 & 8; Suns 3 & 7. Closes May 3. (DS) The Brig. Kenneth H. Brown’s landmark 1963 drama presents one harrowing day in the hellhole where four Marines monitor and govern every move of 10 fellow Marines, who are imprisoned for unknown infractions and forbidden to say one word to each other. Tom Lillard choreographs a grim, dehumanizing but remarkably riveting spectacle. Odyssey Theatre Ensemble, 2055 S. Sepulveda Bl, West L.A., (310) 477-2055. Odysseytheatre.com. Thurs-Sats at 8; Suns at 2. Closes Apr 13. (DS) The Common Air. Alex Lyras convincingly plays six men who meet, one by one, during an 18-hour airport security incident, in sequence: Iraqi American cabbie, gay art dealer, hyped-up attorney, hip-hop DJ, Texas philosophy prof, and Iraqi American caterer – whose tale is the least plausible. Written by Lyras and director Robert McCaskill. Theatre Asylum, 6320 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood. Info: (323) 9604443 or Thecommonair.com. Fris-Sats at 8. Closes Apr 26. (DS) Crime and Punishment. Marilyn Campbell and Curt Columbus stripped Dostoyevsky’s novel down to its bare bones, using only three actors (charismatic Ben Hunter plays Raskolnikov) and 90 minutes. This minimalist approach works well. Director Ken Sawyer and his designers envelop theatergoers in a swirl of moody sights and sounds. Crossley Theatre, 1760 N Gower St, Hollywood, (323) 462-8460. Actorscoop.org. Fris-Sats at 8; Suns at 2:30. Closes Apr 13.

(DS) Culture Clash in AmeriCCa. The comedy trio (Richard Montoya, Ric Salinas, Herbert Siguenza) presents a fresh edition of a revue based on interviews with a variety of Americans on both coasts, now including some recent Orange County material directed by David Emmes. It’s a rich harvest of giddy laughs, authentic sentiment, and biting wit. South Coast Repertory, 655 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa, (714) 7085555. Scr.org. Tues-Fris at 7:45; Sats-Suns at 2 & 7:45. Apr 12 at 7:45 only; Apr 13 at 2 only. Closes Apr 13. (DS) The Dead. The Richard Nelson/Shaun Davey musical, based on a James Joyce story and set primarily at a party in a parlor in 1904 Dublin, is better suited to this small venue than it was to the Ahmanson Theatre in 2000. Charles Otte’s staging, with Rob Nagle as the narrating Gabriel, is usually intriguing, occasionally joyful, more often melancholy. Open Fist Theatre, 6209 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood, (323) 882-6912. Openfist.org. Fris-Sats at 8; Suns at 3.

Closes Apr 12. (DS) Dickie & Babe: The Truth About Leopold & Loeb.

Daniel Henning’s extensively researched script about the famous ’20s murderers (Aaron Himelstein, Nick Niven), also directed by Henning, is steeped in psychological and sociological veracity and begins to sag only near the ending. The excessively young casting of the victim is a rare misstep. The Blank’s 2nd Stage Theatre, 6500 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood, (323) 661-9827. Theblank.com. Thurs-Sats at 8; Suns at 2. Closes Apr 13. (DS) Don Juan. Molière’s version of the legendary rake’s story is boldly admiring, and it seems fairly up-to-date in Michael Michetti’s quasi-modernist staging of Richard Nelson’s translation. Elijah Alexander and JD Cullum, perfectly cast as Don Juan and his skeptical valet, and the entire cast deliver savvy timing and perceptive performances. A Noise Within, 234 S Brand Bl, Glendale, (818) 240-0910 x1. Anoisewithin.org. Call for performance schedule. Closes May 24. (DS) The Dying Gaul. Craig Lucas’s mid-’90s Hollywood saga about a treacherous trio – a gay, bereaved screenwriter (Patrick Hancock), his bisexual mogul boss (Ken Arquelio), and the boss’s neglected wife (Mary-Ellen Loukas). Jon Lawrence Rivera’s staging fits well into its intimate space, but the two men don’t create a convincing sexual chemistry. The Elephant Theatre, 6322 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood, (323) 960-7745. Plays411.com/dyinggaul. Thurs-Sats at 8. Closes Apr 19. (DS) Fafalo! Ziggurat Theatre presents Stephen Legawiec’s lively, tongue-in-cheek tale about an ancient kingdom where a conniving janitor (Joe Monastero) inherits the throne, only to face dire danger from a neighboring monster (John Achorn). Everyone is masked in wondrous creations by Nyoman Setiawan and dressed in vivid colors by Suzanne Scott.

Miles Memorial Playhouse, 1130 Lincoln Bl, Santa Monica, (310) 842-5737. Ziggurattheatre.org. FrisSats at 8; Suns at 3. Closes Apr 13. (DS) Henry IV Part One. Shakespeare’s history play receives a sturdy, intelligent staging by Geoff Elliott – who doubles as Falstaff – and Julia Rodriguez-Elliott, but it never quite surprises with unexpected insight.

Freddy Douglas is an amused Prince Hal, perhaps a bit too centered from the get-go, while J. Todd Adams is a blisteringly hot Hotspur. A Noise Within, 234 S Brand Bl, Glendale, (818) 240-0910 x1. Anoisewithin.org. Call for performance schedule. Closes May 18. (DS) Invasion of the Minnesota Normals. At a Chicago suburban cocktail hour in 1953, the pressures of conformity become all too obvious and heavy-handed in Jen Ellison’s one-act, which isn’t nearly as funny as the title might imply. Melissa Denton directs a strong cast for Buzzworks Theater, but a few anachronistic phrases don’t sound quite right. The Lounge Theatre, 6201 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood, (323) 960-5771. Plays411.com/mninvasion. ThursSats at 8. Closes Apr 19. (DS) The Last Days of Desmond ‘Nani’ Reese. Heather Woodbury plays an ex-stripper, 108, as well as the would-be dissertation writer who interviews Reese at her Elysian Park shack in 2014. Woodbury’s virtuosity as writer, actor, and sound artist is impressive, but the scholar’s history isn’t sketched fully enough to explain her final transformation. Bang, 457 N Fairfax Av, L.A., (323) 653-6886. Bangstudio.com.

Sat-Sun at 8. (DS) The Last Schwartz. A domineering older sister, three brothers, and two mates meet in upstate New York for the anniversary of a father’s death in Deborah Zoe Laufer’s comedy, which overcomes feelings

of déjà vu with sharp dialogue and carefully timed revelations. Lee Sankowich’s staging is immensely helpful at illuminating the mishegas. Zephyr Theatre, 7456 Melrose Av, L.A. Info: (323) 960-7789 or Plays411.com/schwartz. Thurs-Sats at 8; Suns at 2. Closes Apr 27. (DS) The London Cuckolds. Edward Ravenscroft’s 1681 farce feels mechanical and long-winded in Richard Tatum’s adaptation. It’s about three husbands with straying wives and the bounders who tempt them.

Darin Toonder injects the most energy into the show as the chief bounder, but seldom have such shenanigans seemed so tedious and less sexy. Ark Theatre, 1647 S La Cienega Bl, L.A., (323) 969-1707. Arktheatre.org. Thurs-Sats at 8; Suns at 7. Closes Apr 26. (DS) The Marvelous Wonderettes. Four queens (Bets Malone, Kim Huber, Julie Dixon Jackson, Kirsten Chandler) of the L.A. musical stage vie to become queen of a 1958 high school prom in the first act of Roger Bean’s mirthful musicalette, using period hits. Later, the women re-unite with new problems, ’60s songs and costumes. Fun but formulaic. El Portal Forum Theatre, 5269 Lankershim Bl, North Hollywood.

Info: (888) 505-7469, Tix.com, or Marvelouswonderettes.com. Thurs-Fris at 8; Sats at 3 & 8; Suns at 2. Closes Apr 27. (DS) Mask. Don’t cry, we’re told near the end of this musical version of the 1985 movie about a terminally disfigured saint (Allen E. Read) at Azusa High, his loving but speed-freakish ma (Michelle Duffy), their biker surrogate family, and a blind girlfriend. Actually, Anna Hamilton Phelan’s script is designed to jerk tears. The Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil score adds energy to Richard Maltby Jr’s staging, but the fullthrottle bathos is wearing. Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S El Molino Ave, Pasadena, (626) 356-7529.

Pasadenaplayhouse.org. Opens Fri at 8. Tues-Fris at 8, Sats at 4 and 8, Suns at 2 and 7. Closes Apr 20.

(DS) No Child… . Nilaja Sun plays 16 characters at the fictional Malcolm X High School in the Bronx – students, teachers, the principal, the janitor – changing postures, voices and accents with unerring precision and rapid-fire dexterity. The show lasts barely an hour, but it’s a rich hour, with a natural arc that produces big laughs as well as misty eyes. Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Bl, Culver City, (213) 628-2772. Centertheatregroup.org. Tues-Fris at 8; Sats at 2 and 8; Suns at 1 and 6:30. Closes Apr 13.

(DS) Point Break Live! The New Rock Theater takeoff on the 1991 Hollywood thriller Point Break adds a tsunami of comedy to the original story, about an FBI agent (who’s cast nightly from the audience and gets to read cue cards) investigating a gang of bankrobbing L.A. surfers. Wicked caricatures and barebones action sequences abound. Charlie O’s in the Alexandria Hotel, 501 S Spring St, downtown L.A., (866) 811-4111. Theatermania.com. Sats-Suns at 7. (DS) Secrets of the Trade. See Stage feature review.

Sexy Laundry. Middle-aged Alice (Frances Fisher) tries to heat up her marriage by booking a swank hotel room for fantasy games with her glum husband (Paul Ben-Victor), using Sex for Dummies. Directed

by Gary Blumsack, Michele Riml’s comedy is predictable but well-crafted, emphasizing moods – not nudes. The actors are superb. The Hayworth Theatre, 2509 Wilshire Bl, L.A., (213) 389-9860. Thehayworth.com. Thurs-Sats at 8. Apr 13 at 7. Closes Apr 26. (DS) Tallgrass Gothic. Melanie Marnich’s dose of rural Midwestern adultery and its unhappy results was inspired by a 1622 play by Thomas Middleton. So it’s an old story, grimly predictable and surprisingly restrained – with no nudity and scant onstage violence. An eyecatching performance by Carrie Witta helps. Jaime L. Robledo directed, tautly. Sacred Fools Theater, 660 N Heliotrope Dr, Hollywood, (310) 281-8337. Sacredfools.org. Tues-Weds at 8. Closes May 7. (DS) Tracers. The John DiFusco-instigated Vietnam War memory play remains powerful in Leon Shanglebee’s revival for Gangbusters Theatre. Think Iraq. We see six G.I.s before, during, and after their service, along with a medic one of them befriends and their drill sergeant. The theatricality goes over the top only during an excessive strobe lit scene. Little Victory Theatre, 3326 W Victory Bl, Burbank, (818) 841-5422. Thevictorytheatrecenter.org. Fris-Sats at 8; Suns at 4. Closes Apr 20. (DS) The Violet Hour. Richard Greenberg’s oddity depicts a 25-year-old publisher (Thomas Burr) in 1919 Manhattan, wavering between books by his desperate friend and his secret lover, when a machine starts issuing detailed reports from the future. Stuart Rogers’s staging overcomes a strangely age-blind casting choice and second-act implausibilities. Theatre Tribe, 5267 Lankershim Bl, North Hollywood, (800) 838-6006.

Theatretribe.com. Thurs-Sats at 8. Closes May 3. (DS) West Bank, UK. An Israeli (Jeremy Cohen) and a Palestinian (Mike Mosallam) are forced to share a London flat. Their story represents decades of Israeli and Palestinian history. This brash, 75-minute Oren Safdie/Ronnie Cohen musical allegory is so packed with allusions and songs that some of it makes no sense.

Beastly Bombing it isn’t. Malibu Stage Co., 29243 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, (310) 589-1998. Malibustagecompany.org. Fris-Sats at 8; Suns at 5. Closes Apr 13. (DS) Wicked. New actors occupy four major roles in the Stephen Schwartz/Winnie Holzman musical steamroller about the formative years of Oz’s witches.

Most important are Caissie Levy as a crackerjack Elphaba and Jo Anne Worley, perfectly suited to the overbearing cackles of Madame Morrible. I like the show more each time I see it. Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood, (213) 365-3500. BroadwayLA.org. Call for performance schedule. Closes Jan 11. (DS)

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THURSDAY, APRIL 10 American Cinematheque at the Aero Theatre, 1328 Montana Av, Santa Monica, (323) 466-3456. Aerotheatre.com.

The Louvre Cinema – City Louvre (La Ville Louvre), 7:30; followed by discussion with Catherine Sueur, Deputy Chief of Le Louvre.

American Cinematheque at the Egyptian Theatre, 6712 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood, (323) 466-3456. Egyptiantheatre.com.

Return to Noir City: The 10th Annual Festival of Film Noir – James Mason Double Feature – The Man Between, 7:30; followed by One Way Street.

CineFamily at the Silent Movie Theatre, 611 N Fairfax Av, Hollywood, (323) 655-2520. Silentmovietheatre.com. Marxist Musicals – Tractor Drivers (Traktoristy), 8.

Echo Park Film Center, 1200 N Alvarado St, Echo Park, (213) 484-8846. Echoparkfilmcenter.org. Indie Documentary Night – Chasing the Dream, 8.

New Beverly Cinema, 7165 Beverly Bl, L.A., (323) 938-4038.

Newbevcinema.com. Dante’s Inferno – Mondo Cane, 7:30; Zulu, 9:40. Mini-festival curated by director Joe Dante.

FRIDAY, APRIL 11 American Cinematheque at the Aero Theatre The Louvre Cinema – Band of Outsiders (Band a Part), 7:30; followed

by Belphegor, Le Fantome du Louvre.

American Cinematheque at the Egyptian Theatre Return to Noir City: The 10th Annual Festival of Film Noir – Hostage Noir Double Feature – Hell’s Five Hours, 7:30; followed by The Night Holds Terror. Discussion between films with Hell’s actress Coleen Gray.

CineFamily at the Silent Movie Theatre Cinevegas: 10 Years on the Edge – The Living Wake, 7:30, Trona, 10.

Cinespace Dinner & a Movie – I Am Legend, 7. Film in a restaurant/bar setting; call for reservations.

Hammer Museum, UCLA Film & Telivision Archive at the Billy Wilder Theatre, 10899 Wilshire Bl, L.A. Info: (310) 2063456 or Hammer.ucla.edu. 18th Annual Celebration of Iranian Cinema – Colors of Memory, 7:30; with director Amir Shahab Razavian, in person.

L.A. County Museum of Art, Leo S. Bing Theatre, 5905 Wilshire Bl, L.A., (323) 857-6010. Lacma.org. A Sterling Legacy: British Directors in Hollywood – The Bride of Frankenstein, 7:30; Nightmare Alley, 9.

Landmark’s Nuart Theatre, 11272 Santa Monica Bl, West L.A., (310) 281-8223. Landmarktheatres.com. The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai, midnight.

New Beverly Cinema Dante’s Inferno – Hollywood Boulevard, 7:30; Truck Turner, 9:20. With Boulevard producer Jon Davison, co-director Allan Arkush, and stars Mary Woronov and Dick Miller, in person. Director Jonathan Kaplan to introduce Truck Turner.

The New Center for Psychoanalysis, 2014 Sawtelle Bl, L.A., (310) 478-6541. Newcenterforpsychoanalysis.org. Friday Night at the Movies – Crimes & Misdemeanors, 7; followed by discussion with Thomas Brod, M.D., and Apurva Shah, M.D. Old Town Music Hall, 140 Richmond St, El Segundo, (310) 322-2592. Otmh.org. Backlot Film Festival student films, 8:15.

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American Cinematheque at the Aero Theatre The Louvre Cinema – The Red Balloon, 4; followed by White Mane. Helen Hunt Tribute – Then She Found Me, 7:30; followed by discussion with director/actor Helen Hunt.

American Cinematheque at the Egyptian Theatre Forever Hollywood, 11:40 a.m. “The Devil Wears Dada,” 2; lecture presented jointly with the Art Deco Society on the effect of Dadaism and Surrealism on Art Deco costuming and fashion. Return to Noir City: The 10th Annual Festival of Film Noir – Peter Lorre Double Feature – Stranger on the Third Floor, 7:30; followed by The Face Behind the Mask. With short The Grand Inquisitor; followed by discussion with Inquisitor actress Marsha Hunt.

Angel City Drive In, 240 W Fourth St, Second Floor, downtown LA. Myspace.com/angelcitydrivein. Hedwig and the Angry Inch, gates at 7, show at 8:30.

Cinespace Dinner & a Movie – I Am Legend, 6:30. Film in a restaurant/bar setting; call for reservations.

CineFamily at the Silent Movie Theatre Fat Man & Little Boy: Sydney Greenstreet and Peter Lorre – The Mask of Dimitrios, 1. Harmony Korine – Gummo, 7. HolyFuckingShit: 2007 – D-War (AKA Dragon Wars), 10:30.

Hammer Museum, UCLA Film & Telivision Archive at the Billy Wilder Theatre The Talking Pictures of Manoel de Oliveira – Manoel de Oliveira panel discussion; with several of Oliveira’s colleagues, as well as film scholars and programmers, 2. No, or the Vain Glory of Command (Non, ou a Vã Glória de Mandar), 4:15. Heinz Emigholz – Loos Ornamental, 7; Schindler’s Houses, 8:45; separate admission to each Emigholz film. With writer/director Emigholz, in person.

L.A. County Museum of Art, Leo S. Bing Theatre Sterling Legacy: British Directors in Hollywood – Across the Bridge, 7:30; The Night of the Hunter, 9:30.

Landmark’s Nuart Theatre The Rocky Horror Picture Show, midnight; with live performance by Sins O’ the Flesh.

New Beverly Cinema Dante’s Inferno – Hollywood Boulevard, 3:50, 7:30; Truck Turner, 5:40, 9:20. With Boulevard pro-

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Old Town Music Hall Backlot Film Festival student films, 2:30, 8:15.

SUNDAY, APRIL 13 American Cinematheque at the Aero Theatre Los Angeles Art Weekend – The Ferus Gallery: A Place to Begin – art films including Tarzan and Jane Regained…Sort of, Elvis at Ferus, Marcel Duchamp: A Game of Chess, and The Work, among others, 3. Followed by discussion with art critic Kristine McKenna and various arists. Helen Hunt Tribute – Project X, 7:30; followed by As Good As It Gets.

American Cinematheque at the Egyptian Theatre Forever Hollywood, 11:40. Return to Noir City: The 10th Annual Festival of Film Noir – Swamp Noir Double Feature – Cry of the Hunted, 7:30; followed by Lure of the Swamp.

CineFamily at the Silent Movie Theatre La Roue, 6. Co-presented with LA FilmForum.

Echo Park Film Center Works in Progress: Documentary, 7.

Hammer Museum, UCLA Film & Television Archive at the Billy Wilder Theatre The Talking Pictures of Manoel de Oliveira – Labor on the Douro (Doura, Faina Fluvial), 7; followed by Aniki-Bóbó and The Hunt (A Caça).

LA FilmForum at the Egyptian Theatre, 6712 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood, (323) 466-3456. Egyptiantheatre.com. Heinz Emigholz: Photography and Beyond – Sullivan’s Banks, 7; followed by Maillart’s Bridges and Miscellanea II. New Beverly Cinema Dante’s Inferno – The Sadist, 3:20, 7:30; The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover, 5:15, 9:25.

Old Town Music Hall Backlot Film Festival student films, 2:30.

MONDAY, APRIL 14 New Beverly Cinema Dante’s Inferno – The Sadist, 7:30; The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover, 9:25.

Santa Monica College Humanities & Social Science Building, Room 165, 1900 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, (310) 4344588. Smc.edu. Political Film Series – The Lost Honor of Katharina Blum, 6:30; followed by discussion moderated by Political Science Professor Alan Buckley and Film Studies Professor Josh Kanin.

UnUrban Coffeehouse, 3301 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, (310) 315-0056. 81x.com/7dudley/cinema. Documental – SpaceDisco One, 8; filmmaker Damon Packard will introduce his film. Shorts & film clips curated by Packard, 6.

Wadsworth Theatre, Veterans Administration grounds, 11301 Wilshire Bl, bldg 226, Westwood, (310) 479-3636.

Wadsworththeatre.com. Reel Talk with Stephen Farber – War, Inc. 7; followed by discussion with co-writer/producer/actor John Cusack.

TUESDAY, APRIL 15 American Cinematheque at the Aero Theatre Sneak Preview – Dark Matter, 7:30; followed by discussion with producer Janet Yang.

L.A. County Museum of Art, Leo S. Bing Theatre Tuesday Matinees – The Mortal Storm, 1.

New Beverly Cinema Dante’s Inferno – The Sadist, 7:30; The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover, 9:25. With Sadist cinemtographer Vilmos Zsigmond, in person.

7 Dudley Cinema at Sponto Gallery, 7 Dudley Av, Venice, (310) 306-7330. 81x.com/7dudley/cinema. Movin’ on Up – The Music and Message of Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions, 8. Live music from The Merchants of Venice, 6:30.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16 American Cinematheque at the Aero Theatre Kevin Thomas’s Favorites – The Searchers, 7:30. Film critic Kevin Thomas will introduce screening.

CineFamily at the Silent Movie Theatre Soviet Silents – Jewish Luck, 8.

Echo Park Film Center Emily Lacy Sings Songs & Screens Films, 8.

Hammer Museum, UCLA Film & Television Archive at the Billy Wilder Theatre The Talking Pictures of Manoel de Oliveira – Abraham’s Valley (Vale Abraão), 7:30.

New Beverly Cinema Dante’s Inferno – The Secret Invasion, 7:30; The Tomb of Ligeia, 9:25.

7 Dudley Cinema at Sponto Gallery Blues & Jazz Voices, 8; performance films of various blues & jazz greats. Live music from Rizorkestra, 6:30.

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

Week of April 10 ARIES

By Rob Brezsny

(March 21-April 19)

High-definition TV makes everything look more vivid than standard broadcast technology. Images are so high-quality they almost appear 3-D. While this is enjoyable to viewers, some performers are uncomfortable with the way it reveals their skin's imperfections. Did you know that Brad Pitt has acne scars? I predict a metaphorically similar development for you in the coming weeks, Aries. Every little thing you do will be more highly visible and have greater impact than before. Wherever you've been 2-D, you'll become 3-D. That could turn out really well for you if you take it as a challenge to fine-tune your commitment to excellence and integrity.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20)

"When nothing is working very well," says astrologer Caroline Casey, "it might be a cosmic conspiracy to get you to experiment." Let's proceed as if that hypothesis were true, Taurus.

Identify a place in your life where you're stuck, where everything you attempt meets with resistance, or where you don't have the motivation you'd like to feel. Then brainstorm about an experiment you could do that would break you out of the holding pattern. Proceed on the assumption that the universe will become friendlier and more helpful if you try an approach you've never used before.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20)

What I hope you'll achieve in the coming days is a state of mind like that described by Dan Linton, one of my readers. This is his report. "Last night I went to Wal-Mart with a friend who was returning some tools. I walked around the store while he was at the service desk. In the shampoo aisle an unusual man who looked like an Aborigine made extended eye contact with me. As he walked past he announced in a happy tone, 'Your mind is empty.' I was super excited and found my friend to tell him. 'Isn't that an insult?' he asked.

'No,' I said. 'The guy meant that my mind is clear, which is true. This is the first time in two years I've felt that my mind is free of shrunken expectations, limiting concepts, and emotional distortions.'"

CANCER

Use a pile driver. Hit the point once. Then come back and hit it again. Then hit it a third time -- a tremendous whack."

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22)

I hesitate to be so blunt, but the fact of the matter is that right now God in on your side. This is true even if you're an atheist. Simply put, the Divine Wow is listening to you more closely than She is to everyone else; She is more prone to slipping you little gifts than all of Her other children; She is plotting to reveal more useful inside information to you than She has in a long time. Here's a tip to ensure you'll get the maximum benefit out of your goodies: Use at least some of your fantastic luck to help people in need.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

"On an average weekday," wrote Saul Bellow, "the New York Times contains more information than any contemporary of Shakespeare's would have acquired in a lifetime." But religious writer F. Forrester Church adds a caveat to that imposing thought. In his book Lifecraft: The Art of Meaning in the Everyday, he writes, "The Times is a fine paper. But for all its information, it only hints, and then only occasionally, at what Shakespeare knew so well: that the beauty of the bird, the symbol of the snake, the courage of the pilot, and the wonder of human love will always be touched with mystery."

In accordance with your current omens, Virgo, I urge you to abstain from the New York Times' specialty and seek out Shakespeare-style soul food for thought. Love enigmas more than certainties.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

"Where would the gardener be if there were no weeds?" asked ancient Chinese sage Chuang Tzu. To that I add: Where would lawyers be without crimes? How would psychotherapists fare without neurotics? What would critics do without the stuff they love to diss? Now let's apply this line of thinking to you, Libra. What thing that you dislike also happens to be something you need? What condition that you're opposed to is essential in constructing your identity? This is a good time to acknowledge the value of everything you oppose, disagree with, and fight against.

(June 21-July 22)

Normally you're inclined to massage problems until they relax, not bash problems until they break. Your preference is to paint fuzzy, impressionistic pictures rather than creating crisp snapshots. Nevertheless, the astrological omens indicate that in the next two weeks, you should take an approach recommended by Winston Churchill: "If you have an important point to make, don't try to be subtle or clever.

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(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Marie Poland Fish was an oceanographer who invented a new form of underwater sound detection for the navy. To perfect the technology, she spent years studying the sounds made by 300 different species that live in the sea. Her innovations allowed attack vessels to tell the difference between enemy submarines and schools of fish, thereby avoiding

assaults on the fish. She's your role model for the coming week, Scorpio. May she inspire you to develop more foolproof methods for distinguishing between actual threats and the harmless influences that may superficially resemble them.

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CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Want to know a secret? I "predict" the present, not the future. In other words, I discern unconscious patterns and invisible influences that are affecting you *now.* I also try to inspire you to read your *own* mind so as to uncover feelings that you've been hiding from yourself. So I can't necessarily tell you what specific events will transpire in the coming days. But I do suspect the following things are true, although you may not be aware of them yet: You are in the midst of redefining what home means to you. You've been neglecting a deep need that's a bit embarrassing to you. And there's a place in your foundation that's in disrepair and requires your attention.

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Opening for travel in 1926, Route 666 ran from Arizona through three other states. It became a problem for fundamentalist Christians, who got obsessed with the idea that 666 is an evil number associated with the devil. As their toxic delusions increasingly poisoned America's collective imagination, there was a growing outcry to rename the road. Finally, highway authorities gave in to the pressure and officially banished 666, turning it into Route 191 in Arizona and Route 491 elsewhere. This is an idiotically superstitious example of an otherwise sound principle that actually has merit: Altering the name of a person or thing can change the way it's perceived, and possibly even transform its essential nature. I bring this up, Aquarius, because now is an excellent time for you to use this principle to your advantage. What or whom would benefit from a renaming?

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20)

Please don't get sidetracked by the pursuit of minor dreams that would give you trivial satisfaction. And please talk yourself out of going after ephemeral rewards that would at best provide you with a false sense of accomplishment. Here's why this advice is even more important than usual: You have an intense but limited amount of driving ambition available to you at the moment, so you've got to make sure you use it on a project or projects that will still be meaningful to you a year from now.

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CITY

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Here's the first thing you need to know about the current state of your destiny: "Everything is blooming most recklessly; if it were voices instead of colors, there would be an unbelievable shrieking into the heart of the night." That message comes to you from poet Rainer Maria Rilke.

Here's the second piece of wisdom you should take with you everywhere you go. It's from Vladimir Nabokov: "For aren't you and I gods? Let all of life be an unfettered howl. Release life's rapture. Everything is blooming. Everything is flying.

Everything is screaming. Laughter. Running."

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