Jun 28, 1996

Issue #333-334

Cover Story

James Caan's career is on the rebound

by Jeff Gordinier | Jun 28, 1996
Having recovered from addiction and poor movie choices, ''The Godfather'' actor is ready for his next big break Read Article
Magazine Cover (Jun 28, 1996)

Encore

''St. Elmo's Fire'' was piping hot

by Rebecca Ascher-Walsh | Jun 28, 1996
Twentysomethings Demi Moore, Andie McDonnell, Rob Lowe, and more shined 11 years ago Read Article

Flashes

Flashes: The Age of Aquarium

by Jeffrey Wells | Jun 28, 1996
Entertainment news for June 28 Read Article

Flashes: Sheet Music

by Monica Corcoran | Jun 28, 1996
Entertainment news for June 28 Read Article

Monitor

Monitor

by Jessica Shaw | Jun 28, 1996
Celebrity news for the week of June 28 Read Article

Style

Models leave agents for Hollywood handlers

by Degen Pener | Jun 28, 1996
Cindy Crawford and Christy Turlington want to do more than just model Read Article

Book Capsule Review

A User's Guide to the Millennium

by Megan Harlan | Jun 28, 1996

Book Commentary

Book News

Big Deals

Jun 28, 1996
Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson gets a book deal Read Article

''Deep End'' auther gets inspired by her dreams

by Alexandra Jacobs | Jun 28, 1996
Jacquelyn Mitchard has a vision for her book's forthcoming movie Read Article

Book Review

TV's Biggest Hits

by Ken Tucker | Jun 28, 1996

Omnivores

by Megan Harlan | Jun 28, 1996

Her Own Rules

by Rhonda Johnson | Jun 28, 1996

Howard Stern: King of All Media

by Alexandra Jacobs | Jun 28, 1996

Batting Against Castro

by Erica K. Cardozo | Jun 28, 1996

Where Peachtree Meets Sweet Auburn

by Gene Lyons | Jun 28, 1996

Going Down

by Margot Mifflin | Jun 28, 1996

The Unofficial ''X-Files'' Companion

by Ken Tucker | Jun 28, 1996

The Green Mile, Part 4: The Bad Death of Eduard Delacroix

by Tom De Haven | Jun 28, 1996
SHOCKMEISTER STEPHEN KING TAKES IT A 'MILE' AT A TIME Read Article

The ER Companion

by Ken Tucker | Apr 07, 2000

What's Your ''Mad About You'' I.Q.?

by Ken Tucker | Apr 07, 2000

Push

by Margot Mifflin | Jun 28, 1996

Cover Story

James Caan's career is on the rebound

by Jeff Gordinier | Jun 28, 1996
Having recovered from addiction and poor movie choices, ''The Godfather'' actor is ready for his next big break Read Article

Profiles of cool people

Jun 28, 1996
We talk to John Travolta, Heather Matarazzo, Rene Russo and more Read Article

Commercial breaks turn breakneck

by Degen Pener | Jun 28, 1996
Mountain Dew, Taco Bell, Reebok, and more air high-pace advertisements to catch viewers' attention Read Article

''Preacher'' is the latest comic book hit

by Ken Tucker | Jun 28, 1996
Extreme storylines keep readers interested Read Article

Extreme sportswear becomes extremely fashionable

by Degen Pener | Jun 28, 1996
Snowboard boots, mesh, and clashing colors hit the catwalk Read Article

Television embraces extreme sports

by Jessica Shaw | Jun 28, 1996
''Extreme Blue,'' ''Pacific Blue,'' and more have bikes and surfboards propel their plots Read Article

Cool quotes from celebs

Jun 28, 1996
Jim Carrey, Downtown Julie Brown, and Chastity Bono tell us what's cool and uncool Read Article

Gina Gershon gets ready for ''Bound''

by Benjamin Svetkey | Jun 28, 1996
Actress looks to rebound from the famous flop that was ''Showgirls'' Read Article

Lauryn Hill has a honey of a voice

by Tiarra Mukherjee | Jun 28, 1996
The Fugees' singer talks about their new record ''The Score'' Read Article

Joi is hip, pregnant, and working overtime

by Tiarra Mukherjee | Jun 28, 1996
Singer is working on ''Fled'' soundtrack and her own album ''The Amoeba Cleansing Syndrome'' Read Article

Heather Matarazzo excels in the ''Dollhouse''

by Ethan Smith | Jun 28, 1996
Teen is poised, confident, and ready for high school Read Article

Marilyn Manson's music has dark inspirations

by Jim Farber | Jun 28, 1996
Singer's ''Smells Like Children'' has mass appeal and plenty of critics Read Article

Natalie Portman is a border-line adult

by Degen Pener | Jun 28, 1996
Actress stars in aptly-named ''Beautiful Girls'' Read Article

Cool Quotes

Jun 28, 1996

Kathleen Quinlan is waiting for the right role

by Russ Spencer | Jun 28, 1996
Actress starred in ''American Graffiti'' and ''Apollo 13'' Read Article

Rene Russo is ready to rumble in ''Tin Cup''

by Rebecca Ascher-Walsh | Jun 28, 1996
Actress has shined in films like ''Outbreak,'' ''Lethal Weapon 3,'' and ''Major League'' Read Article

John Travolta talks about his ''Phenomenon''

by Jeff Gordinier, Dave Karger | Jun 28, 1996
Actor's latest films, ''Get Shorty'' and ''Pulp Fiction,'' have increased his leverage in Hollywood Read Article

U.S. becomes a nation of thrill-seekers

by A.J. Jacobs | Jun 28, 1996
''Extreme'' sports, drinks, styles, and more become the latest pop culture craze Read Article

Digital News

Cyberhosts help celebs chat online

by Patrizia DiLucchio | Jun 28, 1996
With help from the tech saavy, stars like Jackie Chan can interact with fans online Read Article

Check out these online advice columns

by Bob Strauss | Jun 28, 1996
''Ask Mr. Bad Advice!,'' ''Internet Agony Entity,'' and more offer loopy advice for online readers Read Article

Digital Review

Nine Worlds

by Bob Strauss | Jun 28, 1996

Les Miserables in Concert

by Steve Daly | Jun 28, 1996

Internet Review

Mail Page

Mail from our readers

Jun 28, 1996
Check out letters from those who agreed with us, and those who didn't Read Article

Movie Capsule Review

Switchblade Sisters

by Owen Gleiberman | Jun 28, 1996

Movie News

Hollywood updates ''The Women''

by Richard Natale | Jun 28, 1996
Meg Ryan and Julia Roberts try to remake the 1939 classic Read Article

Burning question for ''The Cable Guy''

by Jessica Shaw | Jun 28, 1996
What is the deal with Medieval Times? Read Article

Irene Bedard is not a Native American Barbie

by Bret Watson | Jun 28, 1996
Actress stars in ''Pocahontas,'' ''Crazy Horse,'' and ''The Song Hiawatha'' Read Article

Treat Williams plots his comeback

by Kate Meyers | Jun 28, 1996
Actor's ''The Phantom'' and ''Mulholland Falls'' fall a bit flat with audiences Read Article

Comic gangster flicks are in the works

by Jason Cochran | Jun 28, 1996
Danny DeVito and Quentin Tarantino have new movies on the way Read Article

Movie Review

Heavy

by Ken Tucker | Jun 28, 1996

Moll Flanders

by Lisa Schwarzbaum | Jun 28, 1996

The Nutty Professor

by Owen Gleiberman | Jun 28, 1996

Music Capsule Review

Different Times: Lou Reed in the '70s

by Tom Sinclair | Jun 28, 1996

Music Commentary

Chez Lounge re-issues

Jun 28, 1996
Dean Martin, Desi Arnaz, and Mel Torme have new compilations of old hits Read Article

Recall the good times with this '80s music

by Nisid Hajari | Jun 28, 1996
''The Big '80s'' and ''Live From the Masque'' channel pop fluff and fledgling punk Read Article

Singer-Songwrithers are re-released

by David Browne | Jun 28, 1996
Smooth 1970s music is rehashed for modern day Read Article

Vanity Fare music re-issues

by Chris Willman | Jun 28, 1996
John Travolta and Cher have new compilations for listeners to check out Read Article

The Byrds' 4 reissued albums

by Tom Sinclair | Jun 28, 1996
Our critic takes a look at ''Mr. Tambourine Man,'' ''Turn! Turn! Turn!,'' ''Fifth Dimension,'' and ''Younger Than Yesterday'' Read Article

Bootsy Collins' hits from the '70s

by Josef Woodard | Jun 28, 1996
''Aah...The Name is Bootsy, Baby!'' and ''Ultra Wave'' are checked out by our critics Read Article

Music News

Music from Jackson 5's early days

by Ethan Smith | Jun 28, 1996
''Pre-History'' has first studio recordings from 1964 Read Article

''Totally '80s'' compiles the best of the decade

by Tony Scherman | Jun 28, 1996
Mail-order CDs tap into the under-30 crowd Read Article

Music Review

Heartbreak Hotel

by Steve Futterman | Jun 28, 1996

Where Did You Sleep Last Night

by David Browne | Jun 28, 1996

Styx: Greatest Hits Part II

by Mike Flaherty | Jun 28, 1996

S'Wonderful

by Chip Deffaa | Jun 28, 1996

The History of Dot Records

by Tony Scherman | Jun 28, 1996

I Just Wasn't Made for These Times

by Ethan Smith | Jun 28, 1996

Beyond the Beatles 1964-66

by Bob Cannon | Jun 28, 1996

Time Tough: The Anthology

by Steve Futterman | Jun 28, 1996

The Essential Series

by Alanna Nash | Jun 28, 1996

The Very Best of the Pointer Sisters: Fire

by Jeremy Helligar | Jun 28, 1996

Different Times: Lou Reed in the '70s

by Tom Sinclair | Jun 28, 1996

Pop Culture Commentary

Jenny McCarthy is suddenly everywhere

by Chris Nashawaty | Jun 28, 1996
''Singled Out'' host can be spotted on ''Playboy,'' ''YM,'' and the ''The Tonight Show'' Read Article

Pop Culture News

Cool Quotes from celebs

Jun 28, 1996
John Lithgow, Rosie O'Donnell, Mike Myers and more tell us what's cool and uncool Read Article

Jodie Foster sues PolyGram

by Anne Thompson | Jun 28, 1996
Actress is upset with film company, despite PolyGram's relationship with Foster's production house Egg Pictures Read Article

EW's Extreme Hall Fame

by Chris Nashawaty | Jun 28, 1996
We bring back decades of extreme entertainment with Madonna, Jackie Chan, ''Psycho,'' and more Read Article

Entertainment news for the week of June 28

by Cindy Pearlman, Nancy Mills | Jun 28, 1996
Eddie Murphy, Demi Moore, and ''Melrose Place'' made the news this week Read Article

Jim Mullen's Hot Sheet

by Jim Mullen | Jun 28, 1996
The 15 hottest topics the week of June 28 Read Article

Cool quotes from celebs

Jun 28, 1996
Rita Wilson, Leslie Nielsen, Charlie Sheen, and more tell us what's cool and uncool Read Article

Cool quotes from celebs

Jun 28, 1996
David Spade, Geena Davis, Jay Thomas and more tell us what's cool and uncool Read Article

Cool Quotes

Jun 28, 1996

Sound Bites

Sound Bites: The week's best TV quotes

Jun 28, 1996
TV's funniest lines from June 22 to 28 Read Article

TV Review

The Rosie O'Donnell Show

by Ken Tucker | Jun 28, 1996

Television Commentary

Television News

Rosie gets Merv's stamp of approval

by Kristen Baldwin | Jun 28, 1996
''The Rosie O'Donnell Show'' has won over the creator of ''Wheel of Fortune'' Read Article

Mid-season TV roundup

by Kristen Baldwin | Jun 28, 1996
Which shows are likely to get picked up by the networks? Read on and see. Read Article

Video News

10 Smart Questions for Mel Brooks

by Kate Meyers | Jun 28, 1996

Hollywood's greatest movie star comebacks

by Peter Gerstenzang | Jun 28, 1996
John Travolta, Katharine Hepburn, and more have sunk and risen again Read Article

Video Review

Mr. Holland's Opus

by Ty Burr | Jun 28, 1996

Man with a Gun

by Glenn Kenny | Jun 28, 1996

The Sweeper

by Glenn Kenny | Jun 28, 1996

Crosscut

by Glenn Kenny | Jun 28, 1996

Naked Souls

by J.R. Taylor | Jun 28, 1996

Broken Arrow

by Michael Sauter | Jun 28, 1996

Undertow

by Nisid Hajari | Jun 28, 1996

Sense and Sensibility

by Ty Burr | Jun 28, 1996

Bed of Roses

by Melissa Pierson | Jun 28, 1996

Eye for an Eye

by J.R. Taylor | Jun 28, 1996

Dracula: Dead and Loving It

by Glenn Kenny | Jun 28, 1996

Two-Bits & Pepper

by Michael Sauter | Jun 28, 1996

Dead Man Walking

by Ty Burr | Jun 28, 1996