WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2012
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HOROSCOPES
Because the stars
know things we don't.
Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Today is a 9 -- Do something you've always wanted to do. Then make happy plans, and create time for romance. A female adds the right touch. Gather information because you don't have all the facts yet.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- Today is a 9 -- You can tell if it's true love, but you may want keep your feelings to yourself, for now. Inspiration is all around. Friends are charming and charmed.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is an 8 — It's a beautiful moment to relish. What you have to say is important, so say it. You have a gift with words. Leave them wanting more. A social event provides surprises.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Today is a 7 -- It's easy to find the resources. A little research goes a long way. Keep a secret. An old friend will repay a favor or a debt. The outcome is beneficial.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today is a 9 -- Brilliance comes at you with lighting speed. Capture as much as you can, taking good notes so you'll remember. Let what you're learning sink in. Make time for love, too. Keep a secret.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Today is a 6 -- Being graceful and grateful comes in handy, especially now. You learn a different way of getting things done. Get outdoors. Let go off the things that don't serve you.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- Today is an 8 -- Fail in love all over again. Dip your oars into social waters, and row with gusto. Take advantage of your psychic senses. Creative work pays well. Postpone an outing.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Put your heart into it as well as your other muscles. It will take inspiration and perspiration ... and it will be worth it. Sudoku or some other math game can keep your brain exercised.
CROSSWORD
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- Today is a 7 -- Entering two days of steady work effort. Profit from meticulous service and charm. It's a winning combination. You can find the resources to manifest a dream.
**ANNOUS**
1 Speed-of-
sound
number
5 Away from NNE
8 Differently
12 Jai
follower
13 Island
garland
14 Cambodia
neighbor
15 Price
reduction
17 African
herd
18 Goes in
19 Old
foundation
garment
21 "Gee, ya think?"
22 Goblet
feature
23 Young
Lincoln
26 "Family
Guy"
daughter
28 Burn with
steam
31 "Go away!"
33 Fix the sound-
track
35 Sandwich
cookie
36 Chess
soldiers
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Today is an 8 -- Work interferes with playtime. Do it for love, not money, and don't be afraid to ask for what you're worth. An upgrade may be necessary. The overall outcome is positive.
Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18) -- Today is an 8 -- Partnering is essential for two more days. Negotiate a little bit more to refine the plan. Relaxation helps. Accept an invitation from a special person.
38 Periodical, for short
40 Barbie's companion
41 Approach
43 Dinner for Dobbin
45 Plot
47 Rhododendron kin
51 "Hi, sailor!"
52 Native country
54 Part of GSN
55 Coach Par-seghian
56 Small combo
57 News-paper pg.
58 Small shots
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Today is a 6 -- Ask and you shall receive.
Consider what you're asking for. Think over a friend's suggestion very carefully. Seek harmony in romance. The odds are in your favor.
DOWN
1 Auntie of Broad-
way
2 "Two and a
Half"
Men" role
3 Wagon
4 Walked through
the
woods
5 Inebriated
6 Stitch
7 Offstage
areas
8 Crete-
born painter
9 Sight-
seers' stop
10 Devil's purchase
11 Brutus'
being
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THE ANSWERS
59 Tosses in
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Snare, for one
20 "Monty Python" intro
23 Recipe meas.
24 "Eurekal!"
25 Quaint and unpretentious
27 Wrigley product
29 Director Spike
30 "SNL" announcer Pardo
32 Like some jacks
34 Nassau's islands
37 America's uncle
39 Stare
42 Place to heal
44 1945 conference site
45 Palm starch
46 Fellow
48 Fat
49 Oklahoma city
50 Commo-tions
53 Sphere
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12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70
EXCESS HOLLYWOOD WITH ALEX LAMB
ALEX LAMB
alamb@kansan.com
The straightforward story of a struggling writer achieving success by stealing the work of someone else isn't enough to reach the general public's standards for an intriguing movie, and Brian Klugman and Lee Sternthal, co-writers and directors of "The Words," seem to know it.
Woody Allen employed such a tale of plagiarism to great effect as a subplot before. However, to expand this concept into the main narrative of a feature-length film, Klugman and Sterthal dress it up as part of a story within a story within a story, attempting to frame this simple tale with a layered conceit.
an enamored Olivia Wilde) narrating his new book. The book itself unfolds on-screen as the central narrative in which frustrated writer Rory Jansen (Bradley Cooper) can't get his career off the ground. Upon finding a 60-year-old unpublished manuscript about a deeply affective love story, Rory claims it as his own, and it subsequently becomes an unfathomable hit.
So, to compensate, they try to polish a dud with a fancy structure and pretty actors, but in the end the movie can't transcend the familiar morality play were all tired of seeing when it has nothing new to offer — despite its good intentions.
The weakest layer of the film has Dennis Quaid as an author in front of an audience (and later with only
The young hopeful who originally wrote this lost masterpiece, now an old man (Jeremy Irons), then confronts Rory and reveals the real tale behind his book. This plays out as a visually engrossing, tender but tragic romance in post-World War II Paris, working as both the heart of "The Words" and the most compelling section.
Saldana can escape the shallowness of the script, at least the legendary Irons highlights the film with his sage, gravelly voiced narration and mysterious, magnetizing humanity. Quaid, on the other hand, turns his unnecessary portion of "The Words" into a disposable nuisance. He lacks any authentic conviction in his delivery, and even though Wilde is the only other actor he interacts with, they're never believable because of their uncomfortably weak chemistry with each other. By the time this layer of the movie actually adds some depth to the overall plot and theme, it comes too little too late, long after viewers have already checked out.
Unfortunately, the surrounding narrative of Rory's relationship with his wife (Zoe Saldana) and his ethical turmoil concerning his literary theft never particularly engages viewers, more frequently boring them with many recycled character clichés.
While neither Cooper nor
Edited by Christy Khamphilay
SUDOKU
Difficulty Level ★★★
9/12
MEMORIAL
LOS ANGELES — Tom Hanks, Jay Leuio, Holly Robinson Peece, Loretta Devine and Stevie Wonder were among those who helped celebrate the life of Michael Clarke Duncan during a
Celebrities honor late character actor Duncan
ASSOCIATED PRESS
nearly four-hour memorial service marked by heart-felt speeches, rousing gospel performances and photos of the always-smiling actor.
was still a celebrity bodyguard. Devine spoke of how the actor would do anything for a laugh.
Wonder appeared via video, solemnly playing piano and singing the opening verses of his life-affirming song "As" for the man he
Hanks
Hanks and Leno shared stories about "The Green Mile" star at Monday's service. Peete talked about meeting Duncan while he
Duncan died Sept. 3 at age 54, having never fully recovered from a heart attack in July. His physician, who revealed Duncan used a pacemaker, was
Backed by a gospel choir, singers Angie Stone, Kelly Price, Kenny Lattimore and Abraham McDonald lent their voices to the private funeral. State Assemblyman Mike Davis and Los Angeles City Council President Herb Wesson also attended, with the council declaring Monday as "Michael Clarke Duncan Day."
called "a gentle giant."
Former reality TV star the Rev. Omarosa O. Manigault, who was Duncan's fiancée, also attended along with Duncan's mother, sister and nephews.
among the speakers at the service at Forest Lawn Memorial Parks and Mortuaries in Los Angeles.
Leno said he was touched by the actor's positivity and lack of cynicism.
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MUSIC
Red Bull throws 'huge party' at Granada tonight
The show will take place at the Granda da and will be hosted by Lawrence's own Approach, a hip-hop/funk/soul artist. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. and the show begins at 9 p.m. The supporting bands and DJs are: Sunu with DJ Kimbarely Legal. My Brother, the Vulture with DJ G Train, and a special guest performance from
According to Red Bull's site, their Locally Thrown events are "a whole new spin on local music." The event aims to create the first major collaborations between local Lawrence bands and local DJs "to deliver a uniquely Lawrence musical experience," as said on the event's Facebook page. This Wednesday, Sept. 12, Lawrence will get to experience this firsthand.
Past Locally Thrown events have been popular. "They threw one in Kansas City a few months ago; a couple thousand people showed up," said Brett Crawford of My Brother, the Vulture. His band has regularly played shows in Kansas City and Lawrence, including previous performances at the Granada. When asked how this show will be any different for the band, Crawford said that they have been promoting this show especially, expecting a "huge party." The show is free, and Red Bull will be sold for $2 a can. You must be 18 or older for admittance.
Making Moves with DJ Brent Tactic & DJ B-See. The event's Facebook page also stated that the artists and DJs have collaborated in advance to "produce a new, DI-inspired version of the band's existing tracks."
Lyndsey Havens