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About Oregon daily emerald. (Eugene, Or.) 1920-2012 | View Entire Issue (Nov. 23, 1993)
Holiday season brings release of videos, compact discs Holiday break is coming and what is a student to do with all that tree time? Pay bids? Get a job? Nol Kick back and check out the latest in video and compact disc releases. The video releases will give stu dents a chance to catch some hit movies that they may have missed or want to see again, and the lat est compact discs can provide a chance to escape the pressures ol holiday gatherings and listen to good music. On Wednesday video stores will be releasing tour movies, which range in themes from the mistak en identity ot a king to a trip on the river by Huck Finn. Huck Finn, starring Robbie Cottrane and Jason Robards. is an action- adventure film about the life of Huck Finn. The story is based on the novel by Mark Twain and is sure to include river adventures and cave explorations that will leave the viewer wanting more. Made in America is a comedy starring Whoopi Goldberg and Ted Dan son and provides a humorous view of a not-so-humorous situa tion. Goldberg begins the movie by going to a sperm bank in hopes of finding the sperm of a tal. good looking black man. When she learns that Danson is the donor, the story takes a hilarious twist about a couple with almost noth ing in common. Splitting Heirs is a comedy star ring Rick Moranis, whose charac ter is switched at birth and in time becomes the king of England. Eric Idle, Barbara Hershey and John Cleese also star in the movie and add a Monty Python style of humor. Michael J. Fox also makes his appearance this week on video in the movie Life with Mikey The sto ry portrays Fox as a kid star turned Hollywood agent whose job is to find another rising kid star On Dec 1 the video stores will release the suspense action thriller. Rising Sun, The movie stars Wesley Snipes as a Los Angeles police officer who is sent to Japan to investigate the murder of an American prostitute The movie deals with many Japanese customs, and in order lor Snipes to blend in he must work with Sean Connery, who plays a special operative person lor Japan The hit movie Sleepless m Seat tle will hit the video stores on Dec. 8. The movie stars Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan, who with their on screen chemistry make this movie a great comic love sjory The movie starts out with Hanks mov ing to Seattle and spending his first Christmas alone as a widower When his son calls a radio station and lefts the story of his dad's lone liness. the love letters pour in, and the story begins between Hanks and Ryan. Also being released is Guilty as Sin, which is an erotic thnller star ring Don Johnson and Rebecca De Mornay. De Mornay plays a lawyer who is being persuaded by Johnson that he is innocent of the murder of which he is accused, when actuary he a staking her the whole time. If you're in the mood for some non-slop action, then check out the movie Dragon, which portrays the legend, the mystery and the entire e. Tha Conahaada, coming In January, an /uat on* oi a boat ol now nlaaaaa *at to Nt th* sh*tv*a ol your local vktao atom thla aaaaon. story of Bruce Lee's life. A true ciassrc for Lee fans. Super Mano Brothers will also be out in time for the holidays and stars Dennis Hopper, Bob Hoskins and John Leguizamo. The movie is a takeoff of the popular video game, and the real gem of it can be found in the computer anima tion. A good movie for all ages Dec. 15 brings the video release of The Firm. The movie is a sus pense thriller starring Tom Cruise, who plays a lawyer in a firm that is involved in more than law. When Cruise discovers what is actually going on and attempts to leave the firm, the suspense escalates. On Dec. 22 the video stores will receive the hi movie, Dave. The movie stars Kevin Kline and Sigourney Weaver. Kline ends up in the role of the president of the United States and what follows Is a must-see for the holidays. If music is your thing, or if you are searching for a compact disc for a gift, then here is a list of ten top-selling CDs for Christmas. 10) The band Blind Melon has just broken into the music scene big this year and its Blind Melon CD is sure to give listeners a taste of some spacey rock'n'roll music with a hint of influence by uratetui Dead guitarist Jerry Garcia. 9) Cypress Hill's Black Sunday is a hot-selling rap CD, and if giv en to the right person, it will bnng a definite smile to his or her face 8) Garth Brooks' In Pieces is one of the top-selling CDs and is a must lor anyone interested m the new realm of country. 7) For all pop fans, Janet Jack son's latest, janef. is a perfect com plement for yours or a friend's collection. 6) The Nirvana CD, In Ulero, is in stores now and is a must for any "grunge scene" rocker 5) Michael Jackson's greatest hits' CD is coming out soon, and for any Jackson fan this would be an important addition to the col lection. 4) Also due out today is the debut CD from Snoop Dog — Dogie Style. The rapper is already making a name for himself thanks to fellow rapper Dr. Dre, and for those into rap. this CD will be big. 3) The Guns *n' Roses CD. which is all cover songs of other artists, is due out for the holidays and would be a nice addition to some collections. 2) For anyone who likes the Seattle scene, the Pearl Jam CD Vs would be a great pick. And the No. 1 compact disc on this Christmas list is any Grateful Deed CD. It is sure to be a hit for any Dead Head or for anyone who wants to hear the magic that has captured millions. — Bill Geary I OR \ OUR r\KI \ IS Your parents will appreciate this unique gift for years to come!! The University of Oregon rose represents the university's tradition of excellence. This beautiful rose is a brilliant deep yellow with rich green foliage. The University of Oregon Rose makes a rare addition to any garden and a wonderful gift. This year is the only time the Umirrsity of Oregon Rose will be available. ORDER TODAY. SUrFLY IS LIMITED! 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