Suspiria film review finds few merits amid flaws
The article critiques the 1977 Suspiria remake style with Jessica Harper and Stefania Casini, calling the Argentine production by International Classics harrowing only in promise. It cites poor acting, phony horror, a meandering plot, and a claustrophobic Freiburg setting as Susan Bayon’s dance school ordeal unfolds.
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The Horror Film Suspiria Reviewed as Tepid
A critic rakes Suspiria for weak suspense and failed cinematic devices. The movie centers on a girl tracking witches at a school, but the ending arrives too late to redeem the film. The gratuitous blood and a hanging bat fail to evoke horror or justify its R rating.
Tour Delayed as Ireland Trip Faces 24 Hour Wait
About 250 people signed up for the Iowa Hospital Association tour to Ireland faced a 24 hour delay after the charter plane had maintenance problems. Passengers and sponsors offered sparse details and warned a possible extension may depend on Ireland hotel availability. Forty Cedar Rapids residents are among participants.
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Smoother Traffic Predicted at U of I Today
Iowa City campus security said the traffic and parking chaos seen at the Iowa Iowa State game last week should not recur for today’s Iowa Arizona match unless heavy rain hits. Capt Oscar Graham noted many factors behind the prior problems including lack of out of town charter buses and vehicles with few passengers. He praised orderly parking overall and reported no arrests as crowds attended the rivalry game weekend without tickets, aided by regional television.
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Suit Seeks $1.3 Million Over Blairstown Accident
Rosemary Patton of Boone sues Marc D. Wallace and parents of Van Horne and Terry's Place Blairstown alleging a March 14 crash north of Blairstown caused her husband Donald Patton’s death. The complaint blames illegal serving of alcohol to a minor, speeding and negligent driving. Damages include 250,000 punitive and 250,000 compensatory from each defendant plus losses for companionship and economic life and funeral costs.
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New Hope for America's 14 Million Ulcer Victims
A Sunday Parade report highlights advances in ulcer treatment promising relief for about 14 million Americans. Medical researchers discuss new therapies and potential breakthroughs aimed at easing chronic stomach ulcers nationwide.
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Adult Swim Lessons At Bender Pool Beginning Oct 6
Cedar Rapids Recreation Commission offers adult swimming instruction at Bender Pool in cooperation with the American Red Cross. Classes run Thursdays 8 to 9 p.m. for 10 weeks, with registration at Ambroz Recreation Center Monday. Red Cross services are free, but a $10 program fee is charged to help defray costs. Contact pool at 364-9981 for details.
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