Taxi Driver Review Faces Graphic Violence and Moral Ambiguity
A Stage Three screening of Taxi Driver starring Robert DeNiro presents a sociological horror tale of a loner turned killer. Martin Scorsese crafts a technically flawless, unsettling film with standout performances despite questions about the director’s intent and the violence.
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Robert DeNiro
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Martin Scorsese
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Cybill Shepherd
Peter Boyle
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Jodie Foster
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Family Plot Review Reflects Hitchcock Style and Humor
A detailed critique notes Hitchcock’s Family Plot blends intrigue and irony with familiar themes. Cast includes Karen Black Bruce Dern Barbara Harris William Devane, with Barbara Harris praised for standout performance in a tale of deception and a kidnapping plot. LA JOLLA AP review adds political remark from Hayakawa on Kis of State.
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Cathleen Neabitt
Arthur Adamson
Edward Shoebridge
Carter Margin Narrowed by Republican Crossovers in Wisconsin
CBS New York Times survey shows about 8 percent of Democratic primary voters were Republicans. It estimates Carter gained roughly 22,000 Republican votes and Udall 13,700, yielding a net edge of 8,300 and potentially altering the margin by about 1,000 votes.
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Wisconsin
Jimmy Carter
Georgia
Morris Udall
Cbs-New York Times
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Udall
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Hijackers Show Interest in Freedom Flight Plan
In Bangkok three Moslem hijackers indicated they may release 12 hostages and surrender their arms in exchange for a freedom flight to Libya. Airline sources said amnesty until arrival at final destination would be needed, with the hijackers to drop weapons and free captives for a commercial Bangkok exit.
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Thailand
Libya
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Royal Dutch Airlines
Jan van Beutekom
Cairo
Egypt
Ride a Wild Pony review shows Disney touch lacking
A Buena Vista release from Walt Disney Production, Ride a Wild Pony stars Robert Bettles Eva Griffith and Michael Craig. Filmed in Australia with lush scenery the film centers on a boy and a girl disputing a wild Welsh pony as Disney veterans deliver solid performances but the story lacks the full magic of earlier productions.
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Dumbo
Eostown Cinema
Disney
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Bettles
Scotty Pirie
Cherub
Kevin Corcoran
Toby Tyler
Australia
EPA says pesticide makers supplied false information
Washington AP report says pesticide manufacturers submitted false information to gain permission for chemical use. EPA Administrator Russell Train announced preliminary findings of a study reviewing 23 pesticides, with 17 needing more testing, one eligible for approval, and five still under review. No manufacturers or pesticides named.
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Environmental’ — Protection Agency
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Russell Train
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