Taps Review Sparks Debate On Military Ethics And Power
A 1981 film profile examines Taps as a message drama about a military academy takeover by students led by Major Brian Merlin. The story pits loyalty to a hero General Beach against pressures from trustees and fate, prompting viewers to weigh honor, duty, and inevitability of war.
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General Beach
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Timothy Hutton
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Angel Street delights Venice Little Theatre on opening night
The Venice Little Theatre opened Angel Street directed by Alice Smith to strong praise. Angela Petri as Mrs Manningham impressed in the mad scene while Jim McCoy as Mr Manningham delivered a standout performance. The cast and crew received enthusiastic responses and box office details were provided at 488-2419.
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Smith
Donna Mabry
Nancy
Mrs. Manningham
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Venice
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