Dec 01, 1995

Issue #303

Cover Story

Talking with David Letterman about his fight to get back on top

by Ken Tucker | Dec 01, 1995
Burned in the ratings, the talk show host puffs and huffs, eats caviar with a surprise guest, and answers all our questions Read Article
Magazine Cover (Dec 01, 1995)

Encore

A tragic end to a turbulent decade

by Tim Purtell | Dec 01, 1995
The Rolling Stones' free fest at Altamont took a brutal turn 26 years ago Read Article

Monitor

Monitor

by Casey Davidson , Jessica Shaw | Dec 01, 1995
Celebrity news for December 1, 1995, including Tony Randall and Heather Harlan's marriage, and the death of Jack Finney Read Article

Book News

Calendars for the new year

by Erica K. Cardozo | Dec 01, 1995
These colourful items will make every day a charm Read Article

O.J. book contracts

by Erica K. Cardozo | Dec 01, 1995
Deals for inside accounts of the trial have been signed in recent weeks Read Article

Cover Story

Talking with David Letterman about his fight to get back on top

by Ken Tucker | Dec 01, 1995
Burned in the ratings, the talk show host puffs and huffs, eats caviar with a surprise guest, and answers all our questions Read Article

Digital News

The power of cyberspace

by Erin Richter | Dec 01, 1995
Bruce Boxleitner chats about ''Babylon 5'''s online fanbase Read Article

What stars are saying online

Dec 01, 1995
Quotes from Richard Dreyfuss, Kevin Smith, Ming-Na Wen, and Steven Weber the week of December 1, 1995 Read Article

Digital Review

Rolling Stones: Voodoo Lounge

by Ty Burr | Dec 01, 1995

NYCD-ROM

by Glenn Kenny | Dec 01, 1995

The Space Race

by George Mannes | Dec 01, 1995

Total Distortion

by Ty Burr | Dec 01, 1995

Internet Review

Tromaville

Dec 01, 1995

Jim Mullen's Hot Sheet

Jim Mullen's Hot Sheet

by Jim Mullen | Dec 01, 1995
The 15 hottest topics for the week of December 1, 1995 Read Article

Mail Page

Mail from our readers

Dec 01, 1995
Check out letters from those who agreed with us, and those who didn't, about Jim Carrey and Demi Moore Read Article

Movie Commentary

The best title sequences

by Tim Purtell | Dec 01, 1995
See why we love the opening credits from ''Casino,'' ''Goldeneye,'' ''Seven,'' and ''To Die For'' Read Article

Movie News

CAA's fortunes have nosedived in recent months

by Charles Fleming | Dec 01, 1995
The heavyweight talent agency is on the defensive with execs and stars departing in quick succession Read Article

Entertainment news for December 1, 1995

Dec 01, 1995
Wesley Snipes, Pierce Brosnan and Keanu Reeves made headlines this week Read Article

Al Green: The preacher superstar

by Chris Willman | Dec 01, 1995
18 years after going gospel, The Reverend is singing ''Baby'' again Read Article

Jennifer Lopez on her burgeoning film career

by Kate Meyers | Dec 01, 1995
The costar of ''Money Train'' chats about her upbringing and influences Read Article

Hollywood is readying a new wave of action thrillers

by Pat H. Broeske , Jeffrey Wells | Dec 01, 1995
''Die Hard With a Vengeance'''s success is spurring imitations, including ''Daylight,'' ''Executive Decision,'' and ''Sudden Death'' Read Article

Insider casting tips for an O.J. film

by Chris Nashawaty | Dec 01, 1995
We talk to industry professionals about their choices for the cast of the inevitable feature film Read Article

John Sayles recalls his best-known work

by David Everitt | Dec 01, 1995
We speak to the independent filmmaker about movies like ''Alligator' and ''Matewan'' Read Article

Spotlight on Famke Janssen

by Tiarra Mukherjee | Dec 01, 1995
We look at the ''Goldeneye'' villainess' career Read Article

Movie Review

Two Bits

by Bruce Fretts | Dec 01, 1995

Reckless

by Bruce Fretts | Dec 01, 1995

White Man's Burden

by Owen Gleiberman | Dec 01, 1995

Money Train

by Ken Tucker | Dec 01, 1995

Casino

by Owen Gleiberman | Dec 01, 1995

Nick of Time

by Ken Tucker | Dec 01, 1995

Music News

LL Cool J displays his sensitive side

by Kate Meyers | Dec 01, 1995
The rapper and star of NBC's ''In The House'' speaks to EW about his new album, ''Mr. Smith'' Read Article

Christmas CD preview

by David Browne, Tiarra Mukherjee, Michelle Romero, Ethan Smith, Chris Willman | Dec 01, 1995
Our music experts check out the latest releases to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list Read Article

A new magazine decodes dirty lyrics

by Chris Willman | Dec 01, 1995
''Entertainment Monitor'' aims to guide parents through the cryptic world of teen culture Read Article

Music Review

Waiting to Exhale

by Josef Woodard | Dec 01, 1995

Actual Miles: Henley's Greatest Hits

by Chris Willman | Dec 01, 1995

Natural Wonder

by Ethan Smith | Dec 01, 1995

New Beginning

by Tom Sinclair | Dec 01, 1995

Orange Crate Art

by Josef Woodard | Dec 01, 1995

Built to Spill Caustic Resin

by Ethan Smith | Dec 01, 1995

eternal E

by David Browne | Dec 01, 1995

Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls

by David Browne | Dec 01, 1995

Blue Skies

by Chip Deffaa | Dec 01, 1995

''Uninvited''

by Chuck Eddy | Dec 01, 1995

''Missing''

by Jeremy Helligar | Dec 01, 1995

It's a Mystery

by Chuck Eddy | Dec 01, 1995

Pop Culture News

A round-up of celebrity brawls

by Jess Cagle, Jeffrey Wells | Dec 01, 1995
We recap the tiffs currently doing the rounds, including Kathie Lee Gifford vs Michael Gelman, and Rob Schneider vs ''Inconvenienced'' Read Article

'Tis the season for fund-raisers

by Degen Pener, Michael Szymanski, Chris Willman | Dec 01, 1995
Celebs fete Frank Sinatra and support cancer research at charity dos Read Article

Sound Bites

Sound Bites: The week's best TV quotes

Dec 01, 1995
TV's funniest lines the week of December 1, 1995 Read Article

TV Review

The Twilight Zone

by Ken Tucker | Dec 01, 1995

The X-Files

by Ken Tucker | Dec 01, 1995

Television News

Jessica Hecht enjoys the taste of success

by Bret Watson | Dec 01, 1995
The former dramatic actor now has parts in hit shows ''Friends'' and ''The Single Guy'' Read Article

Jason Alexander takes wing in ''Bye Bye Birdie''

by Kate Meyers | Dec 01, 1995
The ''Seinfeld'' star returns to his roots Read Article

A roundup of replacement shows

by Kristen Baldwin, A.J. Jacobs | Dec 01, 1995
''Champs,'' ''The Faculty,'' and ''3rd Rock From The Sun'' head the list of rookie hopefuls Read Article

Video Capsule Review

Video News

Monster women in the movies

by Ty Burr, Tim Purtell | Dec 01, 1995
A look back at six classic demon femmes Read Article

Profile of Rick Rossovich

by Kate Meyers | Dec 01, 1995
The ''Cover Me'' star chats with EW about his career and future aspirations Read Article

Video Review

Voodoo

by Tiarra Mukherjee | Dec 01, 1995

Criss Cross

by Steve Simels | Dec 01, 1995

The Killers

by Steve Simels | Dec 01, 1995

Wicked City

by Glenn Kenny | Dec 01, 1995

Wicked City

by Glenn Kenny | Dec 01, 1995

Mutant Species

by Glenn Kenny | Dec 01, 1995

Species

by Glenn Kenny | Dec 01, 1995

Detonator II: Night Watch

by Michael Sauter | Dec 01, 1995

Amateur

by Ty Burr | Dec 01, 1995

The Secret of Roan Inish

by Lawrence O'Toole | Dec 01, 1995

First Degree

by Michael Sauter | Dec 01, 1995

Watershed: 10 Years of Underground Video

by Tiarra Mukherjee | Dec 01, 1995

Jaws

by Chris Nashawaty | Dec 01, 1995