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"Violence is beautiful" award goes to Martin Scorsese for "Raging Bull," starring Robert De Niro as boxing champ Jake La Motta. the movies \ ^ Louise Snider Picking the best and the worst <strong>of</strong> 1980's films Believing that recognition should be more definitive than 10 best or 10 worst <strong>of</strong> anything, I've listed some specific awards I would like to bestow on movies <strong>of</strong> this past year. Most disgusting horror movie: "I Spit on Your Grave," selected for reasons too disgusting to elaborate. Funniest movie: "Airplane," a nutty spo<strong>of</strong> with splendid casting; it maintained its go<strong>of</strong>y vitality from beginning to end. Technological breakthrough: black and white photography. You think color is something? Wait until you see the most recent discovery — black and white. Catch it in "Raging Bull." "The Elephant Man" or "Stardust Memories." Before you know it they'll make movies without sound FLATTEST COMEDIES <strong>of</strong> the year: all those mate-switching movies that seem to have Shirley MacLaine in them. Most energetic and successful film debut: Dolly Parton, who did more than manage against tough competition in "Nine to Five." The Sam Peckinpah "violence is beautiful" award: to Martin Scorsese for the boxing ring bloodletting in "Raging Bull." Best music: "The Competition." How can you beat a score by Beethoven, Prok<strong>of</strong>iev, Brahms, Chopin and Liszt 7 ' JJnsung heros: Daniel Pollock, Eduardo Delgado, Ralph Grierson, Lincoln Mayorga and Chester Swiatowski — the pianists who made Richard Dreyfuss, Amy Irving and the other finalists in "The Competition" sound great. Best animal actor: Clyde, the orangutan, in "Any Which Way You Can." Watch out when he learns to sing and dance. Most misleading title: "The Great Santini," an exceptionally good film about family relationships with a title that made everyone think it was about a circus act. BEST YOUNG ACTOR: a draw between Timothy Hutton, who played the tormented son in "Ordinary People," and Michael O'Keefe, who played the angry son in "The Great Santini." Most disappointing film: "Popeye," for neutering the hero and overworking the social situation in order to make "a statement." Most frustrating title: "The Big Red One." You have to see the movie to figure out which words get the accent and what the title means, then you have to ask yourself if it was worth it. Best Taste: "The Stunt Man," for location shooting at Hotel del Coronado in San Diego. Most damaging to a pr<strong>of</strong>ession: "The Awakening." Lops 30 points <strong>of</strong>f the IQ <strong>of</strong> every archaeologist. Most confusing title: "Gates <strong>of</strong> Heaven," the documentary about pet cemeteries, which is not to be confused with "Heaven's Gate," "Days <strong>of</strong> Heaven," or for that matter, "Gate <strong>of</strong> Hell." TURNABOUT AWARD: to Tommy Lee Jones, who was such a dolt in "The Betsy" and so surprisingly good as Sissy Spacek's (Loretta Lynn's) husband in "Coal Miner's Daughter." Once is enough: to any movie with a "2," "II" or "Two" in the titte. Most successful film debut was made by Dolly Parton as executive secretary to lecherous Dabney Coleman in "Nine to Five/' T« ALTERED STATES (R). Ken Russell sci-fi film about a man's exploration <strong>of</strong> altered states <strong>of</strong> consciousness From novel by Paddy Chayefsky. ANY WHICH WAY YOU CAN (PG). Clint Eastwood, Clyde (the orangutan) and team <strong>of</strong> "Every Which Way But Loose," united for more comic mayhem. THE ELEPHANT MAN (PG). Largely true story <strong>of</strong> grossly deformed man rescued from sordid life by compassionate doctor. Fine acting by John Hurt, Anthony Hopkins and John Gielgud balances out directorial shortcomings. FORT APACHE, THE BRONX (R). Paul Newman and Edward Asner in powerful drama about embattled police precinct in New York's violent and devastated South Bronx. THE INCREDIBLE SHRINKING WOMAN (PG). Lily Tomlin is happy suburban housewife who faces big problems when she finds she is growing smaller every day. THE JAZZ SINGER (PG). Ridiculous remake magnifies all the faults <strong>of</strong> what's at the movies Monday, february 9,1981 (R.W.Q-306C* the first talking motion picture made in 1927. The story doesn't get any better. The songs get worse. KAGEMUSHA (The Shadow Warrior) (PG). Director Akira Kurosawa's spectacular epic <strong>of</strong> the struggle for power among rival clans in 16th century Japan told through the story <strong>of</strong> a thief who takes the places <strong>of</strong> a dying wdrlord he resembles. THE MIRROR CRACKD (PG). Aged but glamorous stars populate film based on Agatha Christie novel with spinster sleuth, Miss Jane Marpie. NINE TO FIVE (PG). Comedy with Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton as three secretaries who scheme to get rid <strong>of</strong> their boss ORDINARY PEOPLE (R). Robert Redford's directorial debut is a smash in this extraordinarily well-acted, moving film about a "perfect" family trying to cope with a son's mental illness POPEYE (PG). It will take more than spinach to save this "Popeye" from defeat brought on by slack direction, a highly forgettable musical score and a generally mean conception <strong>of</strong> characters and situation. Class teaches Piano Readiness to kindergarteners A nine-week Piano Readiness class for kindergarten children will be <strong>of</strong>fered beginning Thursday at Schoolcraft College in Livonia. Music instructor Don Morelock said the class is designed to help parents, children and teachers determine potential musical talent and interest <strong>of</strong> students before making a major commit- ^ O'^i' § 5T ment <strong>of</strong> time and finances to regular piano study. Piano Readiness will provide children an opportunity to experience rhythmic activites, pre-notational reading and creative musical games in an informal atmosphere. It also serves as preparation for future music study, either with piano or another instru- Iggljyv % i» i i » n a ft o m i» o i » • i i €p i • m To a generation raised on rock, the spirit <strong>of</strong> stereo is a band called REO Speedwagon. After a decade on the road, on the radio, on TV and on the turntable, after the years <strong>of</strong> platinum and gold, this classic band has busted out with its biggest hit ever. It should come as no surprise. Hi Infidelity is in the great tradition <strong>of</strong> REO Speedwagon. A well-earned name in the best game there is. DECADE OF ROCK & ROIL >70-1980 f RIDIN" THI STORM OUT , \ % i I I SPEEDWAGON x~ ? •, W ' mjMFIDELlTY • i P B v m j f m R.E.O. T.W.O. you G t r w h ai rou pi a* r o# R.E.Q SPEEDWAGON O % • •» I « H I ( O II l» % « \ II * P.odmrd b» *. ».i i:111• 1 Itiiiit|iu'l u u~ SpvVKil \ ;ik ill IIU I K nm 11 Kcscrval i< hiJTSui&csI c< I •159-4500 Plymouth 5 Mile & Northville Rd.s Call (313) 459-4500 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ? i T / X l Share a special Valentine dinner with your loved one at Wicker Works. 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