WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 4, 2015
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arts & features
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Todav is an 8
HOROSCOPES
Today is an 8 You're winning. It's easier now to determine what to keep and let go. And it's a very lucky moment for love. Play passionately, even if the game seems reversed or slow moving. Review and revise strategies.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today is a 9
You have wealth beyond your wildest dreams, in the comfort of your own home. Listen carefully, be respectful and set priorities together. Do something nice for someone, without recognition or fuss. Love is abundant. Soak it up.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Today is a 9
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Your words seem golden today. Negotiate a win-win situation, or write a chapter. You find what you need close at hand. Research flows. Plan a trip, and make arrangements. The itinerary with everyone involved.
cancer (June 21-July 22)
Today is an 8
Accept a big assignment. Business depends on practical decisions. You have more materials than you need. You can provide valuable results. Delegate less urgent tasks and watch the numbers. Adapt to delays with close communication.
The moon in your sign washes silver fortune your way. Expand your possible outlets. Partnership makes everything go farther. Accept an accountability in a group project. Contribute and reap satisfaction. There's love all around.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is a 7
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Today is a 9
Today favors peaceful productivity and thoughtful planning. Look back at what worked to determine future strategies, remaining open to innovation.
Count your blessings. Retrospection and reflection spark a valuable insight.
Use your experience for good.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Today is a 9
It's a good day to resolve old misunderstandings. Forgive someone, even (or especially) yourself. Friends bring good fortune today. There's more than expected. Gather as much as you can. Share it, and celebrate together with something delicious.
Believe you can prosper, put in the work and reap the benefits. Replenish your reserves. Great abundance is available now. Respectfully question authority. A rise in status is possible. Eat heartily. You're very attractive now.
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Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Todav is a 9
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today
is a 9
A business trip could be perfect to have fun while making money. Expand your customer base. Plan your moves in detail, and then go for it. Allow extra time for connections and unexpected delays. Bring reading material.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Totav is a 9
Go for the gold! Everything seems possible. There's hidden treasure just below the surface. Dig for it. Investigate new options and directions. You're gaining confidence. Accept assistance from a partner. Together, you can rake in the bucks.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb.18) Today
Make plans, and take measured action. Important people are watching. Rise naturally to the top. Change occurs whether you like it or not. You and your partner have a lot to be thankful for. Express your appreciation.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Torav is a 9
Luck blesses the one who's willing to work for what they want. Broaden your hopes. Travel beckons, but take care. Think fast under pressure. Put in consistent efforts and achieve the goal. Encourage optimism. Venture farther out.
Filmworks group revived by University students
TIM MCGINNIS
@tim_mcginnis
When Savannah Rodgers was 12 years old, she watched the movie "Chasing Amy" and immediately fell in love with film. In that moment, she realized she could turn her love of film into a career, and today, her goal is well within reach.
Rodgers, a sophomore from Olathe, recently restarted KU Filmworks, a student film organization at the University. Rodgers' inspiration to restart the group came from her passions for producing film and helping others. Filmworks was originally created in 1999, but has been closed for the past two years due to a lack of membership. Recently, however, Rodgers revived the program with the help of Mason Kilpatrick, a junior from Hutchinson, and Becca Huerter, a junior from Chanute.
"When I was a freshman I had no idea where to go to get involved in film production," Rodgers said. "I think bringing back Filmworks will be a great opportunity for students who are looking for a place to hone their craft."
In past years, Filmworks has created multiple short films, a web series and a feature-length movie. Rodgers said
Rodgers said this group is important to her because it gives her a chance to step out of her comfort zone and participate in something she loves. She said Filmworks has created endless opportunities for her, and she wants to provide those same opportunities for other students.
One of the main semester goals for the group is to get as many students as possible involved in the organization. Jacobson said in past years, Filmworks has had as many as 100 members, but at the moment they have about 12.
this year's group hopes to follow in the footsteps of past groups by creating films that are interesting and enjoyable. Kilpatrick said the group also plans on producing promotional videos for local businesses and University organizations.
Filmworks faculty advisor Matt Jacobson said the revamping of Filmworks has been a tiresome process, but once the group begins producing films, all the hard work will have paid off.
"One of my goals before leaving school is to make KU better," Rodgers said. "I want to leave the place better than I found it and I'm hoping to accomplish that with Filmworks."
Jacobson said the only reason the group is able to function is because of each member's passion and dedication to film.
Much like Rodgers, Kilpatrick's love for film began at a young age. Kilpatrick said in grade school he took part in school plays and in middle school he decided he wanted to write and produce films for a career. He said Filmworks has allowed him to pursue his goals by providing him with the tools and resources he can't get in the classroom.
"Filmmaking always works best when it is a collaborative project, and that is what Filmworks does best," Jacobson said.
jacobson said Filmworks allows students to gain real world experience in film writing and production, and it helps them prepare for a future in a difficult industry. One former member of Filmworks, Chris Martin, won an Emmy for his work on the television series "Heroes."
"Not only is this my work, this is my passion and my hobby," Kilpatrick said. "I feel like I am nowhere near where I can be in terms of potential and skill, and I want to strive for that through Filmworks."
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS
Edited by Jordan Fox
Actor Gregory Peck is shown as attorney Atticus Finch, a small-town Southern lawyer who defends a black man accused of rape, in a scene from "To Kill a Mockingbird," based on the novel by Harper Lee. Lee and her publisher announced Tuesday that this summer they'll release the 88-year-old author's second book, "Go Set the Watchmen," a kind of sequel to "To Kill a Mockingbird."
Harper Lee sequel raises questions about release date
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The sequel to Harper Lee's novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" called "Go Set A Watchman," is set to be released on July 14, raising concerns about the release date more than 50 years after it was written.
LYNDSEY HAVENS
@LyndseyAlana
Social media shockwaves erupted Tuesday following the announcement of a supposed sequel to Harper Lee's classic debut novel "To Kill A Mockingbird." The novel, "Go Set A Watchman," will be released on July 14 and will tell the story of Scout's return to New York to visit her father, Atticus Finch.
While the news itself sent fans into a frenzy, several underlying aspects are causing controversy, such as why the novel, which was written in the 1950s, is just now being released and who made the call to release it.
In an article by the New York Times, some have expressed concern about Lee's role in the approval of the release. According to the article, "All of Harper's communication with Ms. Lee about the new book came through her lawyer, Ms. Carter, and her literary agent, Andrew Nurnberg, including the statement she gave expressing delight that the novel would finally be published, according to Jonathan Burnham, senior vice president and publisher of Harper."
The article went on to say that Burnham didn't think speaking directly with Lee was necessary and that she understood the terms of the deal. Though Lee, a known recluse, has yet to speak out on the matter.
The once considered "long-lost" manuscript for the book was found last fall, according to BBC News, and was attached to an original transcript for "To Kill A Mockingbird." Supposedly, Lee wrote the sequel prior
to "To Kill A Mockingbird" but was told by her editor to rework some of its sequencing.
Lee, now 88 years old, said in a statement, "It features the character known as Scout as an adult woman, and I thought it a pretty decent effort. My editor, who was taken by the flashbacks to Scout's childhood, persuaded me to write a novel (what became 'To Kill a Mockingbird') from the point of view of the young Scout."
While resurfaced releases are no new concept, especially in the music industry — Bob Dylan's recently released "Basement Tapes" stirred up excitement a few months ago — the more than 50-year-long gap since Lee's last release is one of the longest spans of time for a writer to release a new work. However, considering the book was written in the 1950s and is, in some sense, a draft to her Pulitzer Prize-winning debut novel, do the decades matter?
For some, such as Ellen DeGeneres, the real question at hand deals less with who granted permission for the release and more with the confusion between a mockingbird and mockingjay. According to a tweet from her official account, she shared her excitement to "read what kind of trouble Katniss gets up to in this one."
Others, such as musician Amanda Palmer, expressed their inspiration by the release. Though, for a release that is engulfed in so much controversy, how inspiring can it be if Lee is left in the dark?
Edited by Jordan Fox
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