Wednesday, February 22, 1978 7 University Dall Kansan Movie mocks search for meaning By KATHLEEN M. CONKEY Reviewer "Semi-Tough" to one of those movies with a bady-flick plot, but the action is so good that it becomes the norm. "Semi-Tough" is not about football or sex, which is what the advertisements suggest. It is not a deep study of the consciousness-raising movement nor is it a realistic look at the emotional problems of sports figures, although all these elements are in the The ample humor in this funny film lies in revealing the difference between football players' images and their real-life life instances, which make them only semi-touch. The film makes fun of, among other things, EST, pyramid power, massage, meditation and religion as the characters grow older. You can then make them as good as everyone else they are made to be. IT is SLAR to screenwriter Walter Bernstein thinks consciousness-raising is an escapist sham. He centers the movie on a fictional program called B.E.A.T., in which people sit in a room for 48 hours and have insults thrown at them by a trainer. Fredrick Bismark, the founder of B.E.A.T., is played by game show host Bert Conv, whose makeup and hair is stylized to give him an almost plastic glow. That portrayal of life as an escapist sham pervades the movie. A minister who is Walker invited to SenEx talk Cyclie Walker, KU athletic director, will be invited to speak at the March 21 meeting of the University Senate Executive Committee. SenEx members decided yesterday. SenEx members said they wanted to talk to Walker about the University's relationship with the University of Kansas Athletic Corporation. Steve Leben, former student body president, wrote a letter to Chancellor Archie R. Dykes two weeks ago that asked for Walker's removal as athletic director. Walker has been criticized recently for not being responsive to student opinions on her work. Dykes has said he will discuss with Walker and other administrators ways to improve the relationship between the athletic department and students. House approves pothole repairs WASHINGTON (AP) -The House approved $250 million yesterday to help fill in the budget gap. Backers of the bill said the winter weather had had a disastrous effect on roads, creating what amounts to a pothole emergency. one bill would allocate the money to the states from the Highway Trust Fund, which is financed primarily by a nickel-a-gallon federal gasoline tax. The House sent the bill to the Senate on a vote of 274 to 137. Texas lawman gunned down DENTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers, the lawmen whose name recalls the old West, grieved yesterday at the news that one among them had been shot dead— Bobby Paul Doherty was gunned down late Monday night as he stood guard behind a manhole in Manhattan. Narcotics officers stormed through the front door, two men rushed out the back and then, after one shot, Doherty lay mortally wounded. Doherty died en route to a hospital in nearby Fort Worth, Gregory Arthur Ott, 27, was taken immediately into custody and charmed with murder. The other man was captured but not charged by yesterday afternoon. supposed to perform the marriage tax deductions and Swiss bank accounts. Burt Reynolds and Kris Kristofferson round out that portrayal, making a fine comedy due to the players who are love with the bookman, the Bookman, played by Jill Clayburgh. Kristofferson, with his sensitive face and manner, will be cast as Shake Tiller, who thinks his life has been improved by B.E.A.T. Shake quotes Latin, sit in the sun in the lotus position and speaks of football plays as Asked about a rumor that at the White House's request the FBI was in trouble, "That's not true and it is just an example of the slaycry that is coming on out of this." WASHINGTON (AP) - Hamilton Jordan may be hampered in carrying out his duties as President Jimmy Carter's chief aide because of allegations that he was in a barroom alteration with a young woman, Carter's chief spokesman said yesterday. Jody Powell, Face House press secretary, faced lengthy questioning at the daily White House news briefing about the alleged incident. The Washington Post reported Sunday that Jordan, rebound in his attempt to strike up a conversation with a woman in a Washington singles bar, split his drink down the front of her blouse. Jordan denied the allegation. Monday the White House released 35 pages of statements about the allegations. Burt Reynolds, with his macho swagger and stud-with-the-heart-of-gold image, is Billy Clye Puckett, who believes only in himself. Jill Clayburgh plays Barbara Jane Bookman with an ease that displays her comical talents. Barbara Jane is a quasifrassy, brassy Daddy's girl who has been living platonically with Shake and Billy Clyde most of her life. BILLY CLYDE quotes Gene Autry, wears coats and cowboy hats and does commuter shopping. Clayburgh's characterization of Barbara Jane is excellent, right down to the way she When Bernstein deals with aspects other than characterization in the movie, problems arise. The main storyline of love, friendship and football is not plotted well. Major turns in the story are contriended and lack motivation. Lines and incidents are simple, comic, value. Such characters as Big Ed, the team's owner, are written to fill them. wears her hair and her Texas accent. She has improved vassin since the "Silver Streak." The movie has too many focuses to concentrate on any theme. It tries to be satirical and realistic, an action movie and a love story all at the same time. Jordan possibly hurt by barroom rumors Reviewer Rv PAM EKEY 'Gershwin'recaptures giddy era A taste of metropolitan madness was brought to the stage last weekend in the opening performance of "Gershwin—Music by George, Lyrics by Ira." The 1980s style about the lives and music of the Gershwin brothers was bright and well staged. THE MUSIC also was incorporated into the Gershwins' personalities. For example, "Gershwih" was the idea of Howard Collinson, SUA Fine Arts chairman. Because the production was an original, SUA called upon directors Lambrinch Hedge and Anne Abrams to write the script. The three writers then met in times but Hedge explained that all the lines were direct quotes made by the Gershwihs or about them. The dialogue provided a weak connecting link for the 25 songs included in the revue, but since the music was the focal point of the show, a stronger dialogue would have detracted from the production. Its purpose was to reinforce the lives and personalities of the Gershwins. George Gershwin withheld the song "Love Walked In" from publication so that he could sing it to the girls he dated and each one he wrote it just for her. Bill Gilmansky did a credible portrayal of George. The flamboyant, gregarious nature of the composer was well represented in Gilmansky's solo performances of "I've Got to Be There." "I Got Rhythm" and "Embrace You." Sean Murphy, Topeka senior, drew an appreciative response from the audience for his performance. Kevin Kinkead, Mission senior, filled the role of Ira, the introspective lyric writer. Although Kinkead's songs were good, his dancing was mediocre. His dance performance of "Slap That Bass" was sloppy in terms of timing and always dancing in rhythm with the music. KINEADK'S RENDITION of "Swanze," the Gershwins' most popular song, redeemed his overall performance, however. His spiritmed song, accompanied by the rest of the cast on kazoos, brought one of responses of the evening from the audience. Kahler, Lawrence graduate student, realized her singing potential in "Someone to Watch Over Me," although earlier in the evening her voice had been drowned out by the musical ensemble and by the other cast members. For an evening of pure entertainment, "Gershwin" is worth the price of a ticket. The bright, original production takes the audience on a delightful trip into the past. "Gerswish" will continue at 8 tonight through Saturday in Woodruff Auditorium for a lecture. A spellbinding piano duet of "Rhapsody in Blue" was the evening's highlight. Even without the rest of the "Gershwin" performance, this piece made the entire show worthwhile. Performed by David Spence, Stanley senior, and James Douglas Kent, Jr., also with The Harkness and represented the pinnacle of George Gershwin's composing career. Pre-Dental Students Discussion Featuring: Dr. Albert W. Burgstahler Professor of Chemistry, KU Wednesday, February 22. 8:00 p.m. Council Room, Kansas Union This organization is partially funded by Student Activity Fee JOB OPPORTUNITY 1978-79 Academic Year RESIDENT DIRECTOR ASSISTANT RESIDENT DIRECTOR and RESIDENT ASSISTANT Resident assistants must currently have at least a sophomore standing. Resident director & assistant resident director applicants should be fifth-year or graduate students. Naismith Hall, 1800 Naismith Drive. Deadline for submitting applications is 12 Noon, Thursday, February 23, 1978. Information including job requirements, descriptions, and applications may be obtained from the Manager's Office. Naismith Hall is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer; male/female. Thai Association University of Kansas Lawrence, Kansas Proudly presents THAI NIGHT Sunday, February 26, 1978 5.30 - 9.00 p.m. Kansas Union Cafeteria and Woodruff Auditorium Featuring : Featuring : 5 item Thai dinner Dessert and beverages Classical & Folk dances Thai drama Thai music ate Admission $ 3.50 Ticket available at SUA Office, Meena 841-6698 or contact any Thai student right UK TVListings Wednesday 6:30 Gong Show 4 Price is Right 5 Wild, Wild World of Animals 9 MacNeil Lehner Report 11, 19 Old Dogs 27 May Yler Moore 27 When Havev Struck 41 7:00 Grzicky Adams 4,27 Movie "Spectacular Olympics" Missouri 16,27 Eight is Enough 19 Nova 19 New Game 41 Game 41 7:30 Hollywood Connection 41 8:00 Black Sheep Squadron 4,27 Charlie's Angels 9 Great Performance 19 11 Must See Chelsea Thief" Starrying Cary Grant 41 9:00 Police Woman 4, 27 Mary Taylor Moore Special 5, 13 Starsky & Hutch 8 Louise's Bar 7th and Michigan 9:30 Book Beat 11 Anyone for Tennyson? 19 10:00 News 4, 5, 9, 13, 27 Growing Years 11 Dick Cavett 19 Star Trek 41 10.30 Toniqn 4,27 Medical Center 5 Mary Tyler Moore 9 Adid Cahoon 11,19 Adid Cahoon Five-O 13 Everything you need is in the UDK 111 Flint This space for rent. 864-4358 111 Flint 864-4358 11:00 Odd Couple 9 Gunnie smoke 4 11:30 Untouchables 9 Forever Fernwood 9 11:40 Kojak 13 12:00 Tomorrow 4,27 Merv Griffin 9 Wrestling 41 12:30 Movie—"Bells Are Ringing" Starring Dean Martin 5 1:00 News 4 Movie—"To Catch a Thief" Starring Grant 41 2:30 News 5 Love, American Style 41 3:00 Art Linkletter 5 Dick Van Dyke 41 3:30 Night Gallery 41 4:00 Thriller 41 5:00 Fashion 41 5:00 Untamed World