BA2 Terrace Review — Wednesday, September 4, 1991 The Best from the Stacks Reviews of books from the — Terrace Public Library by Harriett Fjaagesund Teklords by William Shatner Adult fiction published by G.P. Putnam's Sons. In this sequel to Shatner’s first novel, Tek War, tough ¢x-cop and ex-con Jake Cardigan returns once again to decadent 22nd century Los Angeles to battle the savage multi-national cartel that deals Tek, a deadly electronic drug, Now employed by the Cosmos Detective Agency, Jake and his wisecracking partner Sid Gomez have been assigned to an unusual case that is as puzzling as it is dangerous. Zombies — pre-pro- grammed humans — are stalking lawmien and drug agents, including Cardigan himself. These zombies are a hundred times more deadly than the average android assassin because there doesn’t seem to be any way to de-program them. Worse yet, a synthetic plague that kills its victims within a matter of days has been released in San Francisco. Cardigan takes a per- sonal interest in the case when his ex-wife and son fall victim to the plague. He desperately needs to find the antidote fast, but all clues seem to point to the Teklords themselves. | Every bit as good as the first novel, this is an excellent read for sci- fi (and William Shatner) fans. _ One Side Laughing by Damon Knight Adutt fiction published by St. Martin's Press Tn this collection of 17 science fiction tales told by the man who is considered to be the master sci-fi storyteller of this century, the author takes you on an electrifying journcy to the far edge of infinity itself. You'll visit a planet where everything is absolutely perfect, a paradise where admittance is by invitation only. But you'll soon discover that perfection exacts a high price. Your next stop will be in a place where point of view is everything. Literally. Then you'll visit a time in future history where the letter O has disappeared from the language. Doesn’t sound like much to worry about, does it? Unless, of course, your name begins with O. They you'll run across something called a God Machine that will give you complete peace of mind... among other things. And you'll find out exactly what it feels like to be locked inside a cage in a Z00 where smiling visitors stare at you all day long. Have you ever wondered what the world would be like if we all lived forever? You might find the answer to be a nasty surprise. Don your space suit for this book. It’s an out-of-this-world read that will keep you glued to your scat. On the Small Screen = Video reviews by Harriett Fjaagesund Summer drama school winds up season with performance Contributed by Marianne Brorup-Weston About 75 people crowded into the McColl Playhouse on the . evening of Aug. 23 to, watch the final performance of the Terrace Little Theatre Summer Drama School's participants. _ . While the July “Theatre Brats _ Ensemble” focused a lot of atten- tion on a serious play about death, this group had only aspirations to have fun. The evening opened with The Return of Bobby Shafto, featuring several “ladies” await- ing the arrival of a handsome sailor who has evidently promised to marry each of them. Naturally, Reward for painting offered Terrace seniors are off to the B.C. Seniors’ Games being held in Coquitlam this week. They’ve held furid raisers, trained hard and had a lot of fun doing it. Senior swimmer Marion Duffus loves the Games, but the event brings back memories of her loss of a very special painting last year. The painting of Kalum Lake was inadvertently sold at a Seniors Games garage sale almost a year | ago. Despite pleas for its return in two issues of the Terrace Review, ~ the painting is‘still missing. ° Duffus says she still gets asked about the painting, Old students and people on the street stop her to offer their support and give conso- lation. As a last-ditch effort, she is offering $65 (the original cost of the painting) for its return. Anyone who has information about the painting is asked to call Marion § Duffus at 635-5885. Home Alone feel a twinge of loneliness, two house burglars (Pesci and Stern) Starring Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern. Produced by John Hughes. Directed by Chris Columbus. Rating: PG. Running time: 105 minutes. Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister (Culkin) is fed up with his large, noisy family, espe- “cially his older brother. He wishes they would all just disappear into thin air. Imagine his surprise when his wish comes true! Unbeknownst to Kevin, the rest of the family has flown off to France for the Christmas holidays, acci- dentally leaving him behind. ~ Now Kevin's out to have a grand time doing all those forbidden things he could only dream about before. Consuming huge mounds of ice cream’ and watching TV into the wee small hours of the . morning will do for starters. The only sore spot in his new game plan is the basement, it’s a down- right creepy place to be avoided at all costs. And just when he’s beginning to come along to liven things up. It looks like a straightforward job... until they run headlong into Kevin. As the new man of the house, Kevin is stubbornly deter- mined to defend his territory. So he sets out to “deck the halls” with a series of mind boggling boobytraps that will make these two criminals wish they’d stayed behind bars! This movie has been bilied as one of the top three box-office hits of all time. He Said, She Said Starring Kevin Bacon, Elizabeth Perkins. Produced by Frank Mancuso, Jr. Directed by Ken Kwapis and Marisa Silver. Rating: PG 13, Running time: 115 minutes. Dan Hanson and Lori Bryer (Bacon and Perkins) are compet- ing journalists at the Baltimore Sun. These two are pathetic -- they can’t agree on anything, except maybe that they’re madly in love. Maybe. They can’t agree on what constitutes love. Then they’re given a TV spot as battling co-hosts of their own talk show. The only problem is that they’re too good. The friction that drives the ratings up and makes the show an instant success threatens to cancel the romance. Then she throws a coffee mug at him on the air, making the ratings (and their tempers) soar even higher. Now each begins evaluating the relationship from their own indi- vidual perspective. She thinks he's a womanizer afraid to make a commitment. He thinks she’s a ball and chain trying to cramp his suave style. . evaluate, the madder they get. Scrap the relationship -- this is an all out war! The only problem with this movie is that it's a bit too long, It becomes somewhat repetitious after awhile. the humble maiden gets her man in the end, but not after a great deal of delightful scene-stealing by young Alexandra Wiese and strong stage presence by Kyle Dows. This was followed by Salt in the Soup. An expectant “Ma” (Meghan Dusdal) asks for some- one to salt the soup before Aunt “Emma arrives and salt it gets. The set included the best cardboard stove seen in the theatre for some time! After a brief and high-spirited intermission, the main feature was presented. Robin Hood and the ’ Match at Nottingham was a visual treat, with every senior actor on stage in a grouping reminiscent of Shakespeare or a Greek tragedy, with lavish use of costumes and set levels. Lincoln Green (Jamie Kerman) introduced the scenario - - yes, it was. an archery contest complete with real bows -- and | the role of Prince John was played with great menace, whining and sullenness toward the haughty Queen (Amy Nygard) who was definitely on to her son's tricks. “Robin” himself was wonderfully played by Chris Kerman, and his archery rivals (Josh McDonald an@ Darren Chalupiak) were con- vincing as they strung their bows with imaginary arrows. Tasha Young co-ordinated the Summer Drama Schoo! with fel- low instructors Toby Nunn, Erin Parr and Kevin Lorenz, The TLT hopes to run the program again in 1992, * Ages 8-13 * No experience necessary * Place: to be announced * Maximum 40 singers Northwest Academy of Performing Aris presents — * Monday evenings - 6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. * Fee: including music $105.00 * Practices begin September 23, 1991 "REGISTRATION: CALL 635-9649 for appointment August 30 & 31, 1991 Youth a _—— | Bridget Moran, author of the award-winning books - about contemporary issues facing natives in central B.C., will be doing a reading of her two books, . Stoney Creek Woman and Judgement at Stoney Creek. Reading will take place | at The Reading Place 4722 Lakelse Ave., Terrace 7:30 p.m., MutgRwer 4606 Lakelse, Terrace Sept 11, 1991 635-4428 [Centennial Christian School | operated by the Terrace Calvin Christian School Society INVITES all present and former STUDENTS AND TEACHERS OU toa CELEBRATION a of its : TWENTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY | October 3, 1991 7:30 p.m. at 3608 Sparks St., Terrace