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ii hi piisur of a spring break flick? JS. ‘Hot Pursuit’ Starring: John Cusak, Ben Stiller and Jerry Stiller By Mason West and Rebecca Wilson Oregon Daily Emerald After looking at many movies, it has become apparent to us that John Cusack was the only actor available for lead male roles in the ’80s, which is fine with us. He was just so damn cute — not in a sexy Brad Pitt way, but in an innocent, 17-year-old way. How could any Hollywood director not want to make him the object of the coun try’s affection? In honor of our fancy “Spring Break Issue,” we present “Hot Pur suit,” an epic adventure from 1987 about girls, guns and ganja. Cusack plays Dan, a young prep school stu dent scheduled to go on a spring va cation to the Caribbean with his girl friend, Lori, and her family. But because he fails a chemistry final, he has to stay behind and make it up. Fortunately, the lovable chem istry teacher raises Dan’s grade at the last minute and lets him go on vacation. But Lori’s family has al ready left for the airport. From this point, he is in “hot pursuit” of his girlfriend through the black-heart ed oceans and jungles of the Caribbean. Along the way, he encounters a series of endearing eccentrics, such as the jolly Rastafarians who teach Dan to “go wit de flow.” We would be lying to you if we said they achieved such tranquility without 686-2458 492 E. 13th Ave Till BEST PICTURE OF TUT YEAR! Starting Soon: Hottse Of Mirth Before Night Falls Alec Baldwin & Sarah Jessica Paricer ^ State & Main n:00pm Tiger, Hidden Dragon Shows Nightly at 5:15,6:10,7:45,8:35 & 10:15pm - Sun Mat 2:45 & 3:20pm r.ivis Mnchxii. mi: new vokk times “AN EPIC THAT BREAKS THE LAWS OF GRAVITY!” the aid of certain chemical sub stances. Then there is Mac, a mys terious sea captain who helps Dan tame the wily seas. Mason: Dyarrrrrrrrrrr! Rebecca: Shut up, Mason. During his journey, Dan’s mis sion changes from just finding his girlfriend to saving her family from the clutches of evil pirates in white shorts played by Jerry and Ben Stiller. Hardened by the beating sun and crashing waves, Dan trans forms into a hero, who looks sur prisingly Rambo-esque. Rebecca: Complete with a head band and a machine gun. It’s breathtaking. Really. Mason: You should see me with a headband and a machine gun. Rebecca:... ew. We originally thought “Hot Pur suit” would be a porno flick. In stead, it turned out to be a genuine ly cool movie, which we figured was a good thing. Mason: I didn’t. The eye-candy shots of tropical scenes and the synthesizer music blend nicely in the background to subtly influence the fun mood. Of course, “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” fills its requisite role in the sound track — never mind the lack of li ons in the Caribbean. “Hot Pursuit” also shows hints of Cusack’s evolu tion beyond his “sweet guy” roles and into the mature actor we see in movies such as “Grosse Pointe Blank” and “High Fidelity.” As an added bonus, this movie is chock full of grade-A buzz lines. Here are some to whet your whis tle. “I can’t afford to switch schools like underwear.”—Dan “Yeah, Dan’s got a stomach prob lem all right — a lack of guts.” — UNIVERSITY %■ 9 NT by ^/i*A/h- F Robinson Theatre Jan. 26 & 27 Feb. 1, 2, 3, 9,10- 8 pm Sunday, Feb. 4-2 pm Benefit Performance: Womenspace: 485-8232 UO Tix: EMU- 346-4363 Q -y UT Box Office: 346-4191 Day of Performance Only Lori’s Dad “Love, the chemistry of life.” — lovable chemistry teacher “Mon belong to de woman, but de woman she don’t belong to de mon.” — jolly Rastafari ans “Some of us drink from the fountain of knowl edge; others gargle.” — Mac . Mason: grlaaarrlaaal ralabblaalbaarrr Rebecca: Mason, stop gargling. I think Mac was speaking metaphorically when he mentioned the fountain of knowledge. Mason: Damn. You certainly don’t need to be smart to enjoy this movie. Actually, it probably helps a little if you aren’t. Let’s just say that certain things are better left un questioned, such as how Dan actu ally gets to the Caribbean. We give this movie three stars. But the rating isn’t important; what’s important is not flunking any of your finals before spring break. But if you have to choose one, pick chem istry. Ernesto’s Juice & Java •unlimited smoothie choices •organic coffees; full espresso bar •fresh organic juices •daily specials •delicious soups and salads Located in the Rec Center 346-1100 • We accept campus cash
