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Greece unravels Greek Prime Minsiter George Papandreou faced calls for his resignation on Tuesday after announcing a vote on the European Union’s bailout package. The bailout package could jeopardize Greece’s Eurozone membership. The Greek government teeters on the verge of collapsing. Also, a key legislator from Papandreou’s Socialist Party stepped down on Tuesday, which threatens the party’s slim majority. The Party has taken several blows recently following a series of defections in the wake of last week’s EU austerity package. Global markets plunged on Tuesday following Papandreou’s announcement of a bailout vote. . French President Nicolas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel will hold an emergency meeting Wednesday with the Greek government, reportedly to push for a quick implementation of the bailout plan.

Several killed in New Orleans New Orleans police reported that on Tuesday two people were killed and another 13 injured in four separate shootings on Halloween night.

There were two shootings in the French Quarter and the Central Business District, where two men where killed and another 10 people injured.

Another three other men were injured in separate shootings a short while later. Two men on Bourbon St. began shooting at each around 12:30 a.m., and all of the victims were caught in the crossfire. Only one man has been arrested so far in the shootings, Baltiman Malcom, 24. He has been charged with one count of first-degree murder and three counts of attempted murder.

Cain’s wife speaks out Following serious sexual harassment accusations, Herman Cain announced that his wife will speak out for the first time since he entered the presidential campaign.

According to the campaign, Cain’s wife Gloria will appear on Greta Van Susteren’s Fox News program on Friday night.

“She will be introduced in terms of some limited exposure. But it’s not her style for her to be with me on every campaign stop,” Cain said.

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Tyson stresses science

Two bills passed, new Senators inaugurated

By BROOKS POWELL Contributing Writer blpowell@smu.edu

Noted astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson emphasized the importance of science and mathematics education in America as he entertained Tuesday’s sold-out McFarlin Auditorium for the Jones Day lecture of the SMU Tate Lecture Series.

Tyson’s presentation was a “wakeup call” about America’s fading place on the cutting edge of engineering and technology worldwide.

In the early 1990s, America was poised to open the most powerful particle accelerator ever conceived just south of Dallas in Waxahachie, Texas. Tyson was a member of the project team. But Congress scrapped the project due to budgetary issues.

A smaller facility known as CERN is now located in Switzerland; American scientists must go there to use it.

America is the new kid on the block, and our influence in the scientific community is relatively weak. Words like “algebra” and “algorithm” have Arabic roots.

British and German scientists have discovered the most elements on the periodic table. And annually, U.S.

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Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses decline of scientific achievements in the U.S.

universities graduate just a tenth the number of scientists and engineers coming out of Chinese universities.

Instead, we produce lawyers, doctors and physical therapists, Tyson said.

The deficit in science and mathematics education in the U.S. is partly a result of Americans’ lack of comfort with either. Tyson highlighted several examples of our irrational superstition and woeful illogic, including the omission of the 13th floor in tall buildings and

the misuse of simple mathematical principles in everyday language.

To become competitive again, America must embrace engineering and celebrate science and mathematics as other nations do, Tyson said.

Encapsulating his passion for physics and astronomy Tyson left the audience with the following statement: “It’s not simply that we are in the universe. The universe is in us.”

Student Senate debated and voted on two pieces of old business legislation.

The first bill, “A Resolution to Implement Electronic Voting to Promote Transparency” was previously presented before the Senate but had been tabled.

Lyle Senators and authors of the bill, Christian Genco and Joe Esau, feel this is a cheap and effective way to expedite Senate voting processes.

At the moment, Senate voting is conducted by a showing of hands, vocally or by roll call.

Under this bill, Senate would invest in software that would record votes.

Senators would vote remotely through either electronic handheld devices or other means.

With electronic voting, the process would be much shorter, and would document each senator’s vote.

Genco and Esau argued that not only is it a more time efficient

method, but a public voting record would improve transparency, and help further integrate the Senate to the SMU community.

Chief of Staff Alex Mace and Cox Senators Jack Dawson and Greg Barro presented “A Resolution Concerning Recycling on the Boulevard.”

This targets the issue of the mass of beverage cans that are thrown away during tailgating.Under this bill, more recycling receptacles would be located on the boulevard and beverage cans used at organization tents would be collected.

Mace said the bill would positively impact campus “because it targets a specific source of recyclable waste and provides a solution, rather than simply encouraging recycling in general.”

Senate passed both bills. Three new senators were inaugurated during the meeting. Now, the majority of seats have been filled at this time.

Student Body President Austin Prentice swore in sophomores Hiba Ibad and Meredith Tavallaee as Dedman II Senators and junior Matt Alexander as a Meadows Senator.

homecoming

Students show support for candidates

By TASHIKA VARMA Chief Copy Editor tvarma@smu.edu

With Homecoming weekend just around the corner, students have a chance to tour the world with Student Foundation’s theme of the year, “Bright Lights, Big City.”

All participating students came out to support their respective homecoming candidates in Rock the Vote Monday night.

Groups, dressed up in their organization colors, came to Westcott field in high spirits holding balloons and noisemakers.

The evening kicked off with a dance routine from the Mustang Mavericks.

Afterwards, Homecoming candidates came out dressed in Halloween costumes ranging from angry birds to Mickey and Minnie Mouse.

“Rock the Vote is a great way for students to show their spirit and also learn a little bit more about all the candidates,” Laura Schur, Chi Omega’s candidate said.

Hosts Alex Ehmke and Adriana Martinez asked every candidate a different question, allowing him or her 30 seconds to answer.

A few questions stayed in line with the Halloween spirit, like “What is your favorite childhood Halloween costume?” To which,

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Members of Pi Beta Phi sorority cheer for Homecoming court candidates at Student Foundation’s Rock the Vote pep rally Monday evening at Wescott Field. The event marked the start of Homecoming court elections.

U11’s candidate, Austin Poynter, replied, “Power Rangers.”

Some questions were SMU related. Beta Theta Pi’s candidate, Seth Ramey, was asked, “What is your favorite SMU memory?”

“My favorite SMU memory was watching SMU beat TCU in football this year,” Ramey said.

Other questions were strictly just for fun. Ehmke asked Chi Omega’s Laura Schur to make a decision, “Team Edward or Team Jacob?”

“Why would I choose either of those sides when I could choose Team Ricky?” Schur said, choosing her partner, Sigma Phi Epsilon’s candidate Ricky Townsend.

SMU cheerleaders made a special appearance at Rock the Vote to get students pumped up about the game on Saturday with a cheer to the song “Party Rock Anthem.”

The winners of field day, Peruna painting and the banner contest were announced as well. For field

day, third place went to Kappa Alpha Theta (Theta) and Pi Kappa Alpha (Pike), second place went to Alpha Chi Omega (Alpha Chi) and Beta Theta Pi (Beta) and first place went to Pi Beta Phi (Pi Phi) and Phi Gamma Delta (Fiji).

For Peruna paintings, Alpha Chi and Beta won third place, Chi Omega and Sigma Phi Epsilon won second place and Kappa Kappa Gamma and Sigma Alpha Epsilon won first place.

Lastly, the banner contest winners were Alpha Chi and Beta in third, College Hispanic American Students (CHAS) and Association of Black Students (ABS) in second place and Theta and Pike in first place.

“It’s a really great way to get everyone pumped up, no matter what organization you’re in,” Marlee Klein, the homecoming candidate for Alpha Chi Omega, said. “People love getting excited about Homecoming and this is just a fun way to do it.”

Elections are now open and students can go to smu.edu/elections to cast their vote for Homecoming Queen and King.

Groups will continue to work on their floats all week, which will debut in the Homecoming parade Saturday at 11 a.m.

During the game’s halftime, the Homecoming Queen and King will be announced as well as the winners of Homecoming overall. The game against Tulane will take 2 p.m. in Gerald Ford Stadium.

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Alumni and current Mustangs will have the opportunity to embrace tradition this Friday as the 77th Pigskin Revue makes its way back into Homecoming festivities.

The Pigskin Revue, a variety show that began at SMU in 1933, will feature six acts ranging from music to magic. Comedy, skits and videos will also be mixed into the show. However, the largest part of the Pigskin Revue, and what makes the show unlike any others, is the Mustang Band.

The band will play various works in between the acts centered around this year’s Homecoming theme “Bright Lights, Big City.”

“The only thing that pulls us together is that we’re all SMU students,” Evan Taylor, the drum

captain of the Mustang Band, said.

“We’ll all be at this event just sharing our talents.”

Taylor has been in the band for two years but has not had a chance to be a part of Pigskin Revue on SMU’s campus.

Two years ago, the tradition came to a halt primarily due to a lack in funding. Last year, Taylor participated in a smaller scale Pigskin that took place at the Hotel Palomar, only involving the Mustang Band.

Although the event was a scaleddown version, past Mustangs believe it was better than nothing.

“As far as I’m concerned, it was Pigskin Revue,” Charles Campbell, the announcer to the Mustang Band, said. “As we often say, it was close enough for jazz.”

Although this is Campbell’s 14th year as the announcer, his days at SMU started long before 1998.

He was a drum major for three years and played bass trombone when he attended SMU as an undergraduate and graduate student.

He attributes his close ties to SMU to the Mustang Band.

The name Pigskin Revue is closely related to the football season, “pigskin” referring to a football and “revue” referencing an entertainment event. In earlier years, SMU would hold Pigskin in McFarlin Auditorium.

Although Pigskin Revue isn’t as big as it once was, Taylor is honored to be one of the people that is helping to bring the tradition back.

“This year is our first year to have everyone involved again,” he said.

The Mustang Band is hoping Pigskin will return to its original location, McFarlin Auditorium, as early as next year and hopes to have more acts, including sorority and fraternity participation.

Courtesy of SMU Historical Archives

Cover of the Pigskin Revue program of 1938.

“We’re definitely growing,” Taylor said. “As soon as this one

is over, we hope to start up again planning the next one.”

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New footwear reduces injuries

By KATIE GODBOLD Contributing Writer kgodbold@smu.edu

If you have ever wondered what it would be like to wear gloves on your feet, here is your chance to find out. Vibram FiveFingers is a revolutionarily designed shoe that makes feet healthier while feeling as natural as possible.

FiveFingers have been nicknamed the “barefoot shoe” because they are built to mimic an actual foot.

This shoe is designed to be virtually flat on the ground and flexible for movement, while comfortably molding to one’s foot.

On top of the natural aspect of the foot, this shoe is designed to strengthen muscles from the legs down to the toes.

This will also help with balance, posture and alignment.

The human foot is constructed of 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments.

Vibram FiveFingers were designed to reduce the number of injuries that running in sneakers provides by fitting the foot more naturally.

This shoe is also designed without any arches or platforms.

The whole idea for making the shoe completely flat is that it will encourage forefoot running.

This means that instead of

running heel first, which causes many injuries, people will be forced to run toe-heel.

What’s the big deal about FiveFingers?

“I think the styling of it is probably one thing, but a lot of people also want to learn how to run more efficiently, which is what it’s designed to [be] used for,” Jonathan Harris, assistant shoe manager at Luke’s Locker, said.

Harris also estimates that anywhere from 10 to 20 people visit the store daily in order to find out about and purchase the odd looking shoe.

He believes that besides the health benefits, people are also infatuated with the unique design.

“It’s something you don’t see a lot of people outside of the running community with… it’s basically a glove on your foot,” Harris said.

According to the Washington Post, Vibram FiveFingers have the look and feel of water shoes because they are thin yet tough, practically flat, and rubber soled.

Dedicated gym member Will Gardiner, 21, has worked out in FiveFingers almost everyday for the past six months and claims they have changed his life.

In fact, Gardiner loves them so much he has started wearing them everyday, not just at the gym.

“Vibram’s are the best shoes ever.

They work on muscles in my legs

By E’LYN TAYLOR Sports Editor ejtaylor@smu.edu

The Big East Conference’s member presidents met Tuesday in Philadelphia to unanimously vote on extending invitations to footballonly and all-sports members.

According to Sports Illustrated, SMU, Houston and Central Florida will be added to the conference for all sports while Boise State, Navy and Air Force will be added to football only.

Big East Commissioner John Marinatto declined to name the additional schools they hope to add.

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FiveFingers fit naturally on your toes and make your feet feel healthier.

and feet I never even knew I had until after the first time I wore them and was extremely sore,” Gardiner said. “My calves have become much more toned than they ever would if I was still wearing regular sneakers, because I now run on the front part of my feet. I am never going back to regular sneakers after discovering them.”

Although many athletes are running to grab a pair, people on the outside are left scratching their heads.

The strange design of the shoe throws many people off.

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“They look like gloves on your feet. Honestly, they confuse me,” Lucy Andrews, a sophomore at SMU, said.

“I see people at the gym wearing them and think they look ridiculous. They apparently help your feet a lot while exercising, but I don’t think I will ever try them,” Glenna Roberts, a student at SMU, said.

While some people are still confused about the appeal, many are stepping into FiveFingers in order to experience the change for themselves.

November 2

“At Issue: Ethics, truth and transparency: business, government and the case for voter concern:” conference from 7:30 a.m to 1:20 p.m. in Crum Auditorium.

THURSDAY November 3

Violence against Women in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: speaker at 4:30 p.m. in McCord Auditorium.

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November 4 SMU Unbridled Vision Book Launch at 4 p.m. in the SMU Bookstore.

MSA Fast-a-Thon: help orphans and enjoy a free banquet at 6:30 p.m. at the Radison Hotel

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12:27 a.m. Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor: Cockrell/McIntosh Hall/5904 Bishop Blvd. A student was referred to the Student Conduct Office for underage drinking.

Closed.

1:17 a.m. Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor/Assault: 6000 McElvaney Hall. A student was referred to the Student Conduct Office for underage drinking and assault. Closed.

Nationally ranked Boise State and Houston along with SMU and UCF could be added as Big East members by Friday, according to CBS sports.

“Boise State, Houston, SMU and UCF prefer to be announced as league members together and must wait until Boise State’s board meeting on Thursday. There have been no “official invitations” extended to the schools, but Marinatto has been in constant contact and spoke to representatives of all six schools after Tuesday’s meeting.”

SMU said, “We are continuing to go through the process, but do not have any comment.”

UT quarterback to transfer to SMU

By BROOKE WILLIAMSON Staff Writer kbwillimason@smu.edu

Former University of Texas quarterback Garrett Gilbert will be transferring to SMU to play for June Jones, according to SBnation.com.

He will not be eligible until the 2013 season in which he would be a redshirt senior.

This news comes after he was

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OCTOBER 31 9:40 a.m. Criminal Mischief: Main Quad/Southwest of Clements Hall. A staff member reported damage to a pony decorated for homecoming. Open.

9:51 a.m. Criminal Mischief: Cockrell/McIntosh Hall/5904 Bishop Blvd. A staff member reported damage to a door in the laundry room. Open.

sighted at an SMU morning practice a few weeks ago. He lost his starting position after game two this season due to a shoulder injury.

After talking to UT coach Mack Brown last week, Gilbert said, “It is in my best interest to transfer. I can’t thank all of my teammates and everyone at Texas enough for all of their support, but I just think I’m at a point in my life where I need a fresh start.”

4:58 p.m. Theft: Dedman Center for Lifetime Sports/6000 Airline Rd. A student reported theft of his bicycle.

The theft occurred sometime between 3:00 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. Open.

11:03 p.m. Public Intoxication/Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor: 6200 Airline Rd. A student was issued a University Park citation, arrested and booked into University Park jail for being intoxicated in a public place.

Another student was issued a University Park citation for underage drinking.

Both students were referred to the Student Conduct Office for their violations.

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Money gone missing from last football game The alumni guy

One hundred and fifty-six million dollars went missing from Ford Stadium at the last SMU football game. No need to call the FBI, your faithful alums know where the money went.

It was sleeping off a tailgate party.

I estimate 3,000 SMU students could have attended the UCF game that Saturday. At $52,000/year for tuition and fees, which include Rick Larson football tickets, by the way, there’s your $156 million.

Sitting in the stadium that beautiful afternoon, I overheard several alums wondering, “Where are the students?” I answered that the way it works now, only a few students need attend the games, that they text back to the missing — or take pictures — on what’s going on.

I think it’s time for the administration to step in and show some “guidance” in making students a little more enthusiastic about their team. After all, I was under the impression that we admitted not only the best and brightest, but the most enthusiastic and loyal.

Apathetic students make for future no-show alums.

I suggest the administration start by cancelling the tailgate parties for the students and keep them for the old folks down the block. We can not only have a few beers, we can still actually walk a straight line into the stadium. We pay attention and get loud, too. When the administration sees a lot more student bodies at the games, then they can have their tailgate parties back. As it is, SMU should have the tailgates on, say, a Thursday, as it obviously doesn’t mean they attend football games afterwards.

The tailgate was designed to “fire up” people for the coming football game, not be bigger than the game itself and certainly not be the excuse for not filling the stadium to support their team. I noticed at the TCU game — where SMU students didn’t show up, either — that the Frog undergrads made the trek into the stadium in droves. Their SMU counterparts should be ashamed. Here, the alums have delivered a new stadium and a successful coach to the school. The team responds by beating TCU and giving their fellow students a winning record, potentially a bowl game, and their fellow students thank them with their silence.

An SMU football player looked up into the student section and felt compelled to write about the apathy he and his teammates saw at the UCF game. His team had been doing their part. Why, he wondered, did so many SMU students see fit to skip out? I wonder if their professors are noticing their blasé attitudes in the classroom, as well?

All I know is that how students support their football program tells the alums and the public what they think about their school.

Having been to the campuses of Notre Dame and the University of Texas during football season, I know that students attend the football games, win or lose. Why not you, SMU? I urge our students to stop in to Ford Stadium this Saturday on the way to the CVS, or coming back from there, and see what we’ve got going on.

Rick Larson, the Alumni Guy, is a 1981 graduate of SMU as well as a member Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. He has been a stockbroker/investment banker for 26 years. He can be reached for comment at richardelarson@ gmail.com

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Opinion Editor

This Friday marks the last day that you will be able to drop a class this semester.

I can already imagine this Thursday Brandon Bub evening at 11:59 the Access servers will likely be inundated with requests of people who vacillated until the last minute before finally deciding to “take the W” for the semester. After all, there’s nothing more tempting than taking advantage of this small power while one still can.

There’s certainly no shame in dropping a class. By this point in the semester you know pretty well what your chances of succeeding in a class are, and if your GPA needs salvaging sometimes a W is the best thing you can do for it.

However, I would encourage you to exercise caution and think the decision through before going through with a drop decision.

One or two W’s on a transcript don’t look that strange to most employers or graduate programs, but if you start dropping classes left and right people start to get suspicious.

You don’t want to develop a reputation that makes it look like you’re not very good at following through on things. As much as we might hate having to deal with the specter of transcripts hanging over our heads, they do still matter, especially if you’re hoping to find a job straight out of college.

Moreover, it’s important to take into consideration why you want to drop a class. If dropping may put you behind in completing your major, then it’s probably not the wisest of choices.

It’s perfectly acceptable to drop a class if you believe there’s no possible way that you’ll be able to pass it, but you should also consider talking to your professor before you make the choice too. If you’ve been an active participator in class, while they likely won’t just hand you

an A as your grade, they will at least be more amenable to your situation and will likely work with you to at least manage a C in the course.

Remember that professors aren’t out to get you and they especially enjoy working with students who have obviously taken an interest in the subject and applied themselves throughout the year. They recognize the students who have actually been putting in effort and they want you to succeed just as much as you do.

While W’s don’t really affect your GPA one way or the other, remember that your GPA isn’t the be-all-end-all of college. Many of my overachieving friends are afraid more than anything else of getting an A- in a class and tarnishing their perfect GPA. While a 4.0 is certainly nice to have, a point score doesn’t determine how much you got out of a certain class.

I’ve gotten As in classes where I did almost nothing to apply myself, and classes like those certainly don’t help with

your education. Conversely, I found myself working the hardest in some of my classes where I didn’t end up receiving an A, and I’d consider some of those classes to be the most important ones I’ve taken in my undergraduate tenure. The letter on your transcript is not the final determinant of how much you gained from an academic experience.

With that said, I encourage everyone who’s planning on dropping one of their classes this week to talk the decision over with their professors, advisors, friends and most importantly, with themselves.

While not of earthshattering importance, it’s still a final and absolute decision and one that ought to be considered seriously.

Brandon Bub is a sophomore majoring in English and edits The Daily Campus opinion column.

He can be reached for comment at bbub@smu.edu.

Introverts and amboverts: you’re not alone I eat by myself on frequent occasions.

Sometimes it’s just too difficult to corral a few friends to go Andrew Pinkowitz to a restaurant.

On occasion, I find myself in a time crunch where I need to quickly eat and get out. Other days I simply need to unwind after a long day and collect my thoughts.

I find it to be a therapeutic experience. It’s a way to escape the hustle-and-bustle of college life and take a moment to reflect and relax. Maybe I’ll catch up on some studies while I eat or simply sit back and enjoy my food.

However, it seems that many of my peers don’t share such an affinity. Upon a quick glance around the room, groups significantly outnumber solitary eaters.

I’ve always had introverted tendencies. Growing up without contributor

siblings, I’ve found ways to be comfortable with myself, and at times, only myself. Surely I can’t be the only one on campus who feels this way, but sometimes, I can feel like a solitary person external from those around me.

However, I don’t define myself as solely an introvert ­­— I still have many extroverted habits as well. I love being the center of attention, specifically when I’m performing. Though many people feel anxious onstage, it’s where I feel at home.

However, despite my willingness to stand out in certain contexts, others still make me anxious.

When I’m with friends, or an environment where I feel generally comfortable, I have no problem being the life of the party. However, when it comes to loud clubs packed with belligerent, drunken people, I can’t help but feel generally uneasy. It’s all about finding the right environment to have fun. Though I might not enjoy crowded bars, I can think of nothing more fun than having a few drinks with friends over

deep conversation.

According to research from the California School of Professional Psychology, people who have both social tendencies but also enjoy spending time alone are called “ambiverts”– personalities that are a halfway point between extroversion and introversion.

Though society often adopts a polarized perception of introverts and extroverts, I argue that people are simply more dynamic. Even the boldest of party-people have their insecurities, and sometimes the quietest in-class can be the most wild at night. Put simply, when we’re in a comfortable environment, we’re more likely to be ourselves.

As Dr. Stephen Diamond mentions in his article in Psychology Today, American culture is largely an “extroverted society.” College nightlife is usually the most prominent example — it is most often the most extroverted dispersed throughout Greenville and Deep Ellum. For those who don’t necessarily enjoy that scene,

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perhaps it’s time to find something a little different as a means of weekend entertainment.

To the more ambiverted and introverted amongst SMU: you’re not alone. Though our voices may not always be the most dominant on-campus, there are still a multitude of people with similar characteristics and personalities.

To those who don’t relish clubbing: that’s all right. But instead of staying in this weekend, find something else that’s fun! Dallas is a large city with a multitude of attractions.

Plan ahead, call up a friend or two, and explore places like the Bishop Arts District, try that new top-rated restaurant on D Magazine, or go for a jog or bike ride on the Katy Trail. You might find yourself right at home.

Andrew Pinkowitz is a sophomore majoring in financial consulting and Spanish with a minor in communication studies.

He can be reached for comment at apinkowitz@smu.edu

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‘Oranges and Sunshine’ radiates authenticity Emily Watson’s new film tells a chilling true story of an often overlooked event

By CHASE WADE A&E Editor cdwade@smu.edu

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n the British drama “Oranges and Sunshine,” the always spot-on Emily Watson plays Margaret Humphreys, a social worker who has taken it upon herself to tackle the U.K. government after unearthing a scandal that involved the mass deportation of over 130,000 kids away from their families.

The film’s story, which takes place in the 1980s is a true tale about how a low ranking social worker can make a world of difference.

Margaret’s journey starts when she meets Jack, a British orphan who was shipped off to Australia as a young child and forced to do what essentially could be defined as slave labor.

Played by Hugo Weaver, Jack acts as a spark, igniting Margaret to do a little research. With just a hint of effort, Margaret gains a Photo Courtesy of ‘Oranges and Sunshine’ sense of obligation to right The picture above shows Emily Watson playing Margaret Humphreys in “Oranges and Sunshine.”

The movie is based on the actual events in the 1980s. the wrongs that left over a hundred thousand children without families to call their orphans. film here to make American films to regain it lightness when that were misplaced by the own.

Watson portrays the real seem boring. needed while still managing to atrocious event.

Of course, like any public life Humphrey perfectly.

On the contrary, “Oranges and remain serious.

Much admiration should be paid figure hoping to take down Humphrey’s book, “Empty Sunshine” is far from sunny at all.

Watson is downright the star of to the rest of the cast compiled by the government on their own Cradles” was the back bone of Considering that the film is this movie, however the actress is “Oranges and Sunshine.” accord, Margaret runs into a the screenplay. marketed as a drama, it makes anchored by a stellar supporting David Wenham as Len and Tara slew of roadblocks and red While the film is sense that the content is heavy and cast as well.

Morice as Pauline were credible tape that deter her on her sometimes slow, Watson slow the direction follows suit.

The best performance comes in their roles in “Oranges and original mission. burns her way through the However, many films of from Hugo Weaver’s Jack.

Sunshine.”

Initially, Margaret is 105-minute movie. this nature sometime slip in a As Jack, Hugo managed to The film’s director Jim Loach is approached by Jack’s sister Ignited by either the true downward spiral that makes the remain a sense of being lost son to another legendary director, Nicky played by Lorraine story or Humphrey’s bravery, film too much to watch. even though he is reunited with Ken Loach.

Ashbourne. The two women Watson is never short of While “Oranges and Sunshine” his sister.

Loach, who comes from the venture to Australia hoping amazing. If this film was eligible sometimes flirts with the idea of In a sense, Jack’s role is a realms of television, transitions to unearth more people like for the Academy Awards come being too heavy, the film manages representation of all the victims well to the big screen.

Loarinne’s brother who March, the British actress could have always questioned their have definitely seen her name belonging in Australia. on the ballot.

Upon Jack’s discovery, the The movie’s title comes from movie is set in a somewhat the actual event itself. slow pace that takes Margaret When the children were around Australia finding stripped of their families and more victims to the British sent to Australia to work in government’s crimes. brutal conditions, the British Much needs to be said about government told the children Watson’s turn as Margaret. that what was waiting for them Watson, who is an evergreen in Australia was “oranges and on screen, is at the peak of her sunshine.” acting abilities. She is down The actual result was far right amazing in her role as the from it. determined social worker.

Perhaps one big mistep of Watson rarely shies away “Oranges and Sunshine” is its from the role’s grittiness. It is title. Even though the origin is as if the dedicated actor took understood and appreciated, every single scene and syllable the title leads one to believe and spoke it through the voices that “Oranges and Sunshine” of the 130,000 misplaced is just another quirky British

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16 Like merinos 17 Commonly upholstered seat 19 Prolific psalmist 20 Some littermates 21 “To continue ...”

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It seems as if Loach’s strategy was to play it safe and let the performances take the wheel.

Loach was humble in his cinematic reach, but through that humility, he was able to frame his cast in a beautiful light and allow for the compelling stories and out-ofthis-world acting.

Helping Loach out in his directing debut is the film’s screenwriter Rona Munro.

Munro was able to take the slate of Humphrey’s book and turn into a complete drama that searches through the trenches of human action and brings to light an issue that many American audiences have probably never even heard of.

With a cast that is worthy of praise and a leading lady that steals the show, “Oranges and Sunshine” is one of the best things to come out of Britain since fish and chips.

While the movie may be dark and downtrodden in some ways, the end result is worth the journey.

“Oranges and Sunshine” is the type of movie that takes its viewers through emotional warfare hoping that the audience will trust it to deliver justice in the end.

And when you have a character as dynamic as Margaret Humphrey, a satisfying ending is something that is almost always guaranteed.

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58 Nautilus skipper 59 Expanded 61 Texas __: oil 63 Stat for CC Sabathia

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