Word: portrayal
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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Marat Sade thus presents a dual challenge to its cast--they must portray both lofty historical figures and loonies at the same time. The actors attack this problem with great skill, capturing the madness and hysteria of France's Reign of Terror as well as of the grimmer episodes of the 20th century. Directed by Maja Hellmold, this Marat/Sade suceeds in drawing us into an asylum that is a microcosm of our own crazy world...
...most expensive U.S. legislative campaign ever, costing at least $20 million, 60% of it spent by Helms. The Senator charges that his opponent would too willingly resort to tax increases as a means of solving Washington's fiscal problems. For his part, Hunt has sought to portray Helms as part of a right-wing clique that includes Moral Majority Leader Jerry Falwell and Texas Oilman Bunker Hunt and is intent on seizing power in the U.S. The most recent poll by the Charlotte Observer showed Hunt with a slight lead, 46% to Helms...
...Chinese are careful not to portray their new Ostpolitik in terms that might offend Moscow. Still, Soviet diplomats in Peking have reportedly complained that China is trying to drive a wedge between the Soviets and their allies. Whatever the motive, the bold gambit in Moscow's backyard may reflect China's growing self-confidence in international affairs...
...most avid supporters of these roles are, not surprisingly, the women who portray them. "It's fun," says Merrill, whose wealthy character on Hot Pursuit has her husband murdered and frames an innocent woman for the crime. "You get all the aggressions out of your system." Diahann Carroll, who joined Dynasty at the end of last season as the haughty Dominique Deveraux, announced proudly that she would be playing "TV's first black bitch." On the other hand, Collins insists that there is more to Alexis than malevolence: "Women look to her struggles, her strong sense of identity...
Hunt's message has changed as frequently as the polls. The governor has hit hard at Helms, assailing the senator for votes against Social Security, Medicare and Veterans benefits. And recently, Hunt has attempted to portray Helms as the "Prince of Darkness"--the leader of a national right-wing cabal intent on re-writing the U.S. Constitution and replacing the Republican Party...