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Dates: during 1970-1979
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Some may be disappointed by Time After Time's lack of social satire. Eschewing any real criticism of contemporary values, Meyer takes only an occasional jab, as when Amy takes Wells to Exorcist IV. Nor does Time After Time make any deep comment about the development of society, beyond the obvious one that the present's no paradise. "Ninety years ago, I was a freak. Today I'm an amateur," Stevenson says, treating Wells to a typical TV smorgasbord of news reports, war movies, and sadistic cartoons. Early on, Meyer sets up two conflicting theories of man's capacity...

Author: By Troy Segal, | Title: A Ripping Good Time | 10/11/1979 | See Source »

TIME AFTER TIME refrains from making sociological statements, except to warn against the dangers of violence. "It's catching, like measles," says Wells in a typically charming metaphor. Charming sums up the film very well, with its well-acted quips and well-edited terror. And charm is a rare commodity these days, as antiquated as voluminous petticoats, and gentlemen's agreements, and faith that man can make the world a better place...

Author: By Troy Segal, | Title: A Ripping Good Time | 10/11/1979 | See Source »

Baltimore's win overshadowed a fine relief effort by the Pittsburgh staff, called by manager Chuck Tanner "the best bullpen in baseball." Relievers Rooker, Romo, Robinson, and Jackson held the Orioles to 3 hits and no runs over the final 7 2/3 innings, allowing the Pirates to make their late...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: Birds Survive Late Rally; Take Series Opener, 5-4 | 10/11/1979 | See Source »

...Well now, that all depends. Some people make from 40 to 100 dollars a night. But you have to learn to hustle." When I looked up with a worried question in my eye, she laughed: "No honey, I mean hustle drinks." I breathed. "We'll start you down the street at our other club if you like Rhythm and Blues better," she said...

Author: By Sarah G. Boxer, | Title: New Orleans Nocturne | 10/11/1979 | See Source »

Ferris said the university is trying to keep the wastes scattered throughout the campus to reduce the danger of flammability. "We've not really had a chance to make up a battle plan," he added...

Author: By Robert O. Boorstin, | Title: Waste Disposal Problem May Soon Slow Research | 10/10/1979 | See Source »

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