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WedNEsdAy, ,^^¡1 17, 2002
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Hugh grants us lots of laughs
JENNIFER KANE
Staff Writer
Ah, typecasting at its fin
est. Hugh Grant starring in a
romantic comedy that takes
place in London. Immediately
I figure this movie will go
along the same lines as his
others, like “Four Weddings
and a Funeral” or “Notting
Hill.” Yet another sappy ro
mance in which the main
couple breaks up and gets
back together seven times be
fore they finally get hitched.
And for the first 15 minutes
of Universal Pictures “About
A Boy,” I seemed to have
been right with my assump
tions. But by the end, I will
admit I was somewhat wrong.
“About A Boy” is the story
of Will (Hugh Grant), a 36-
year-old hip, fashion-savvy
Londoner who does nothing
for a living, but is rich be
cause of the royalties from a
one-hit wonder his' father
wrote. He dates quite a bit,
but always ends up getting
bored and breaking up with
the women within weeks.
Now almost 40, he is in
search for not true love, but a
woman who will in fact break
In the dark, all the horses look
black. Remember these words as
you go through your weekly
chores and responsibilities. An old
enemy might take you by surprise.
Your magic chore of the week:
washing dishes.
Taurus (April 20-May20)
It’s time to get organized ! Don’t let
chaos take over. This week, you will
be surprised by a loved one. Don’t
forget to act surprised or you might
hurt someone’s feelings. Your magic
chore of the week: dusting.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
It’s time for a change. Get rid of old
habits and try something new. Visit
a new restaurant, for example. Your
fridge is way too empty. Your magic
chore of the week: cleaning a fish
bowl.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
You need to watch your wallet this
week. Someone might try to rob
you. Be alert and don’t walk around
by yourself in the middle of the
night Yourmagicchoreofthe week:
getting the mail.
Leo (July 23-Aug 22)
You might experience some car
trouble this week. Don’t drive like
a crazy person, you are in danger
of loosing your muffler. You will be
up with him. Will’s counter
part is Marcus (Nicholas
Hoult), a 12-year-old social
outcast coping with his
mother’s depression and re
cent suicide attempt.
While Will is in search for
his perfect woman, Marcus is
simply looking for friends.
The two come across one an
other when Will decides to
join a social group for single
parents. He has no children
himself, but is hoping to find
women who do not want long-
lasting relationships. Instead
he stumbles upon Marcus.
The two slowly become
friends and in turn teach each
other life lessons. Will learns
what women really want, while
Marcus learns how to deal not
only with a suicidal mother
but also with the torments of
junior high school.
Throughout the movie,
thoughts of the two main char
acters are narrated, and make
for some hilarious one-liners.
I found myself smiling, if not
laughing, throughout the en
tire film, and the rest of the
audience seemed to be in ac
cord. A few parts in the movie
even brought about eruptions
of laughter. Not bad for a
Hugh Grant movie.
Sadly, the basis of the plot is
somewhat predictable. Of
course, the end of this movie
ends with everybody feelibg
warm and fuzzy inside.
While I usually deem that
most romantic comedies are t
he Friday-night-stay-at-home-
type (meaning they’re not
worth the $8 they charge at the
theaters), I would venture to
say this one is different.
For comparison’s sake, I’d
say it’s like “Big Daddy” with
English accents, minus the
adorable blond kid. Because it
is more comedy than romance,
a date is not needed at this film.
I would actually advise not go
ing with a date if you happen
to snort or convulse while
laughing, because the movie is
funny. You will definitely laugh
out loud, possibly more than
once.
“About A Boy” is based on
the book by Nick Hornby, who
also wrote “High Fidelity.” It
is rated PG-13 due to a bit of
foul language and will be re
leased in theaters May 17.
chore of the week: fixing your car.
Now is the time to get revenge. You
have been waiting long enough. Be
careful though, someone knows
your most secret secret. Your magic
chore of the week: take out garbage.
Virgo (August 23-Sept 22)
Unwanted guests might visit you.
Be friendly, even though you don’t
like them. Something is wrong with
your shower curtain. Avoid pub
lic places this week or you might
catch a cold. Your magic chore of
the week: vacuuming.
Libra (Sept 23-Oct 22)
Take a break for a while. You have
been stressed a lot lately. You are
running the danger of getting
wrinkles if you don’t slow down.
A surprise is waiting for you. Your
magic chore of the week: trimming
"About A Boy" opens
in theaters
everywhere May 17th
Rachel Weisz, Hugh Grant and Nicholas Hoult star in
"About A Boy," directed by Chris and Paul Weitz.
Someone important is try ing to reach
you. Stay near your phone. Maybe
it’s time to get a new job. Your magic
chore of the week: painting the walls
with a special brush.
You know you have to make a deci
sion. There are things that are un
said. Someone is waiting for an an
swer. Your magic chore of the week:
cleaning the porch.
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Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov.21)
Do not make assumptions without
checking the facts. Too much
candy is not good for you. It’s time
to go to the dentist. Cavities are
settling down. Your magic chore
of the week: mopping the kitchen
floor.
Sagittarius (Nov.22-Dec.21)
Things are a little bit frustrating
right now. Don’t worry, a wonder
ful thing will happen soon. So,
don’t forget to smile in the morn
ing when you look in the mirror.
Your magic chore of the week: walk
ing the cat.
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Friday-
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Grill:
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