University Daily Kansan, June 10, 1982 Page 5 to can hat Tip clock Demon- ability invention. It is, now that the Ameri- weren't ferences in this ence the exceed- selves as orders if proc- over the l, long- system of that per con- political notice of r illus- pposed of that e Unit- Brown states a do no are with g and a running onders of the ts will overnem posing asked one that payment. and arise. nns a 13 accept so except by figures s. and a very barrels saved over- energy rely on armedicaments grow vaccinium invasion invasive bust their their itis the wurk- warmer longer by the concern on concern and sanitary TALO TAXPOL 'Dead Men' does wear thin By ROSE ROUSSEAU Contributing Reviewer Gazing from under a slouched fedora, cigarette dangling loosely between his sneering lips, detective Rigley Reydon (Stephen Doyle) is very keenly detective. Reardon, the hero of the new Carl Reiner Film, "Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid" makes every effort to convince his audience that he is a bona fide private eye of estimable vintage and not a comedian of the 80s given to sly and dirty means of evoking laughter. His accessories and associates are exactly what one would expect. He has the small, slightly seedy upstairs office his profession requires, his name stenciled on the glass in the door. His friend and sometimes mentor is none other than Philip Marilow (Humans Rogart), who is even willing to assist protection on an occasional tough case. BEST OF ALL, early in the film Reardon gains a client-a client of the tall, stacked, brunette type who will obviously figure in Reardon's reluctant heart in the future. An Aspen Film Society production. "Dead Men" is a marvelous spoon on and salute to the American detective film genre of the 40s and early 50s. Given Writer Martin, and director by Reiner, the film stars Martin and Rachel Ward as Reardon's client, Juliet Forestest. THE GENUS of the film is not the thin, absurd yet funny plot, not the manner in which Martin and Ward have us embarrassingly howling at certain off-color references. But by splicing carefully selected film clips of Bogart, Ray Milland, Alan Ladd, Lana Turner, Ava Gardner, Bette Davis and numerous other screen luminaries, Reiner has infinitely enlarged 'Dead Men' scenes through effective editing, these actors and actresses function as necessary characters in "Dead Men's" story line. Costumes for the contemporary actors, designed by the late Edith Haed, have been meticulously created in sequences with those in the film clips. "DEAD MEN" clever premise is also its downfall. We can easily laugh at the gags like Hotel Guanao, but we can laugh at the gags like "precious enchida" in an obscure South American night club and the vision of a drugged Reardon happily shaving his tongue in eagerness preparation for a date with Ingrid Martin, working his face into an alternate grimace of determined authority or doped oblivion, is a strange interoper in the pieced archives of films that "Dead Men" represents. HIS RELATIONSHIP with Forest is even less believable. She certainly seems no more real or attractive than females with whom she is justapted. Instead, the audience gradually develops the eerie feeling that Martin is simply another Walter Mitty living a modern-day life of fantasy and adventure through his head. RigbyJeordonen's body part is farce is farce, the substance of it is ultimately, though pleasantly, shallow. After a stormy discussion, Lawrence city commissioners voted 41 at Tuesday night's meeting to pass a resolution officially adopting the six neighborhood and the Downtown Comprehensive plans. By KATE DUFFY Staff Reporter During the discussion, commissioner Don Binn accused his fellow commissioners of "back-dooring the issue and irritating the planning commission." Under Kansas statutes, the Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commission, a 10-member, appointed advisory group, has the exclusive authority to adopt comprehensive plans. "In the past, the City Commission has always on plans and the after they've come from the planning commission." Clark said Wednesday. But City Commissioner Barkley Clark said the City Commission's role was not clear. Commission adopts plans for land use And if the plan is contested in court, he said, it has more judicial clout if the City Commission has approved it. it The problem lies in the wording of the original resolutions approving the plans, which designate present and future land use and zoning for Lawrence's six older central city neighborhoods and downtown. Last month, the planning department issued a report stating that the plans, already approved by both commissions, had not been adopted in a manner that would amend Plan '96, the city's comprehensive policy and land use CITY COMMISSIONERS ASKED the staff to draw up a resolution that would make the plans a part of Plan '95 and official city documents. Since that time, Clark said at the meeting, he received a phone call from a planning commission member asking the City Commission "not to elevate the neighborhood plans so much that they supersede the comprehensive plan." "We'll consider them in conjunction with Plan 95." Clark said. "We'll be coordinating them and use the whole effort to think the conflict is resultably downfall." Bims, placing the only dissenting vote, said he feared the planning commission members would view the adoption as a surrption of their power. LINDA FINGER, acting director of the Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Department, said Wednesday that she felt there was simply a misunderstanding between the two commissions. She said she was not sure whether the planning commissioners would discuss the resolution at their June meeting. Last year, the commission voted to amend the code for children above the age of three, but rescinded the amendment in January. In other business, commissioners voted 4-1 to have the staff study problems associated with revising the Uniform Building Code to allow children under the second grade on the second floor of day care centers and schools. Carolyn Thomson, a teacher-supervisor at the Educare Day Care Center at the University of Kansas, told the commission that the present code restricted the number of day care slots in Lawrence. "CHILD CARE IS A CRITICAL issue for many people in town," she said, "and the code's restrictions make it harder to find." Thomson said the Health Department, which inspects day care centers, received about 20 calls a month from persons interested in starting centers. However, she said, most cannot fit the building code's floor requirements because there are few appropriate one-story buildings in town. Free pitcher of pop with the purchase of a large or medium pizza (Bring coupon) Eat in only Sun-Thurs. 11:00-1:00 Fri & Sat. 11:00-1:00 Clip Coupon 843-9111 Expires June 30 Save $100^{00} on any Motobecane! Whether you want a lightweight sprint bicycle or a classic French long distance touring bicycle, we have the bike or you can Motobecane will be $0 off its regular price, plus $50 worth of accessories will be included in the deal. Hurry! Sale limited to supply demand. Mick's 1339 Mass. 842-3131 HOURS: Mondays 12-6 1400 N. 3rd Tues., Wed., Fri. 10-6 Thurs. 10-8 Lawrence New Discovery Hombrons Sat. 10-4 Closed Sundays 749-0001 Features full 90 day unlimited mileage warranty, shaft drive, built-in oil warning light, and over 100 MPG 1982 Yamahopper ONLY $39500 There is a store selling wine, with choices economical and fine, They've the perfect selection for your cellar collection . . . Or a wine for PICNIC TIME! 15% DISCOUNT Eagan-Barrand Retail Liquor A new concept that's long overdue. Southwest Plaza Shopping Center located behind windows 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. on any shampoo, cut, and blow dry or perm. Offer good for the month of June Call us at 841-7667 and receive a We believe we have the finest salon in Lawrence. We are happy to consult with you to insure that you will be satisfied with our services and products. Our work is always guaranteed. EXCALIBUR offers the finest in hair and skin care: RK and Redken products. We have available all hair care, Redken make-up, and ear piercing. EXCALIBUR offers the finest in hair and skin care: RK and (By Wesminster XGALIBUR RK and Redken Products 2711 W, 9th, Suite D (913) 641-7887 K964A For Appointments Fulf Service Balon Heir Cutting For Men And Women Half Slab HOG HEAVEN RIB SPECIAL he fines in deep pit B.B.Q. flavor Enjoy Coke Half Slab Small End No Coupons Accepted With This Offer Half Slab Big End $A25 $6^{25}$ Full Slab To Go Only $8^{50}$ This special good now thru Sun. June 13 Downtown Lawrence 719 Massachusetts St. Lawrence, Kansas Warehouse Closeout Sale 1981 WA50 Express II WAS $498.00 NOW $39500 Features full warranty, 2 speed automatic transmission, front luggage rack, and extra large bucket seat—OVER 100 MPG IT'S A GAS NOT A GUZZLER! Mondays 12-6 1811 W. 6th Tues. Wed. Fr. 10-6 Lawrence Thurs. 10-8 Sat. 10-4 843-3333 HONDA - HARLEY-DAVIDSON Closed Sundays Summer Pitcher Specials at FRIDAYS 6-12 $1.25 pitchers Mr. Bill's SATURDAYS noon-6 $1.00 pitchers 6-12 $1.50 pitchers $1.50 pitchers MONDAYS 6-12 $1.00 pitchers