Mar 01, 1991

Issue #55

Cover Story

Becoming Jim Morrison

by Gregg Kilday | Mar 01, 1991
Behind the scenes of Oliver Stone's ''The Doors'' starring Val Kilmer Read it
Magazine Cover (Mar 01, 1991)

Encore

''Tie a Yellow Ribbon'' makes a bittersweet comeback

by Jess Cagle | Mar 01, 1991
The ballad for soldiers by Tony Orlando & Dawn is back on the radio for those fighting in the Persian Gulf Read it

Feedback

Mail from our readers

Mar 01, 1991
Check out letters from those who agreed with us, and those who didn't Read it

Flashes

Entertainment news for March 1, 1991

Mar 01, 1991
Jennifer Grey, ''Head of the Class,'' and Flavor Flav made headlines this week Read it

Book Article

Playful books for kids

by Ann Reeks | Mar 01, 1991
''The Jolly Postman,'' ''Hold It!'' and more offer more than just words for children Read it

Book Review

The Kids' Book of Chess

by Jeff Unger | Mar 01, 1991

Feasts

by Sada Fretz | Mar 01, 1991

The Taste of China

by Sada Fretz | Mar 01, 1991

MMII: The Return of Marilyn Monroe

by Jeff Giles | Mar 01, 1991

RAP

by Ron Givens | Mar 01, 1991

The Miracle Game

by L.S. Klepp | Mar 01, 1991

Widows

by Ed McBain | Mar 01, 1991

Wet Work

by Gene Lyons | Mar 01, 1991

Cover Story

Becoming Jim Morrison

by Gregg Kilday | Mar 01, 1991
Behind the scenes of Oliver Stone's ''The Doors'' starring Val Kilmer Read it

DVD Article

'70s and '80s film noir

by Ty Burr | Mar 01, 1991
Rent ''Night Moves,'' '' The Late Show,'' and ''Farewell, My Lovely,'' if you liked ''Chinatown'' Read it

When actors yell ''action''

by Ty Burr | Mar 01, 1991
Barbra Streisand, Marlon Brando, Richard Pryor and others have stepped behind the camera to add directing to their resume Read it

Hot Sheet

Jim Mullen's Hot Sheet

by Jim Mullen | Mar 01, 1991
The 15 hottest topics from March 1, 1991 Read it

Movie Article

John Goodman's upcoming roles

Mar 01, 1991
After ''King Ralph,'' Goodman will work on ''Barton Fink,'' ''The Babe,'' and ''The Flintstones'' Read it

New York romance on film

by Steve Daly | Mar 01, 1991
''Saturday Night Fever,'' ''Working Girl,'' and other films feature class-jumping love Read it

Jodie Foster is in control

by James Kaplan | Mar 01, 1991
The Oscar winning star of ''Silence of the Lambs'' takes on a new challenge as director of ''Little Man Tate'' Read it

''King Ralph'' promotional goodies

by Kate Meyers | Mar 01, 1991
Universal's commemorative items for the John Goodman film include coins, stamps, and plates Read it

Campaigning for an Oscar with the help of videos

by Damien Bona, Mason Wiley | Mar 01, 1991
An increasing number of films and actors use videocassettes to secure a nomination Read it

Close up on Sarah Jessica Parker

by Meredith Berkman | Mar 01, 1991
The ''L.A. Story'' actress talks about her famous locks, sex scenes, and her future in film Read it

Movie Review

King Ralph

by Owen Gleiberman | Mar 01, 1991

Nothing But Trouble

by Owen Gleiberman | Mar 01, 1991

Queens Logic

by Owen Gleiberman | Mar 01, 1991

He Said, She Said

by Owen Gleiberman | Mar 01, 1991

Music Article

A reassessment of The Doors

by Bill Wyman | Mar 01, 1991
Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, John Densmore, and Robby Krieger's legacy as musicians is rexamined Read it

The real meaning of gold and platinum records

by Ron Givens | Mar 01, 1991
We investigate the murky definition of the music industry's measure of financial success Read it

Grading the Doors

by Bill Wyman | Mar 01, 1991
We review the band's discography from their self-titled debut to ''The Best of the Doors'' Read it

Joni Mitchell's discography

by Linda Sanders | Mar 01, 1991
We review the entire canon of this ''Blue'' artist Read it

What albums Paul Simon is buying

Mar 01, 1991
Is the ''Graceland'' singer looking to Gregorian chant as his new inspiration? Read it

Music Review

Mo' Ritmo

by Jim Farber | Mar 01, 1991

Pure Schuur

by Linda Sanders | Mar 01, 1991

Columbia Country Classics

by Alanna Nash | Mar 01, 1991

Trixter

by Janiss Garza | Mar 01, 1991

The 2 Live Crew Live in Concert

by David Browne | Mar 01, 1991

Coming Down

by Gina Arnold | Mar 01, 1991

Emotionally Yours

by Dave Marsh | Mar 01, 1991

Time After Time

by Jim Farber | Mar 01, 1991

Night Ride Home

by Linda Sanders | Mar 01, 1991

News Article

Auditioning for Disney World

by Jess Cagle | Mar 01, 1991
Our reporter's diary of his undercover try out for the theme park's stage Read it

Turkey magazines

by Martin Booe | Mar 01, 1991
A surprising amount of magazines devoted to turkeys will hit newsstands soon Read it

Richard Lewis kvetching

by Kate Meyers | Mar 01, 1991
The ''Anything But Love'' star dishes about his love scenes with the sexy Jamie Lee Curtis Read it

The expense of war for National Public Radio

by Lani Luciano | Mar 01, 1991
The member-supported station faces financial difficulty due to the cost of covering the Persian Gulf War Read it

TV Article

Who's Who in TV's military experts

by Kate Meyers , Benjamin Svetkey | Mar 01, 1991
We give you the facts about the talking heads from television Read it

Commercials aimed at Baby Boomers

by Leslie Savan | Mar 01, 1991
New ads for Taster's Choice feature flirty forty-something neighbors Read it

Patti LuPone's ''Life Goes On'' grievances

by Mark Harris | Mar 01, 1991
The star of the ABC drama discusses her disappointment with the way her character, Libby, is written Read it

Controversy over Peter Arnett's war coverage

by Ken Tucker | Mar 01, 1991
While some praise the CNN reporter for his bravery, others call him a propagandist for Saddam Hussein Read it

The real stars of ''Up All Night''

by Ken Tucker | Mar 01, 1991
Rhonda Shear and Gilbert Gottfried provide comic relief on the USA late night show Read it

How to Build a Network

by Benjamin Svetkey | Mar 01, 1991
The founder of ABC, Leonard Goldenson, talks about his autobiography and his least favorite current ABC show Read it

Jerry Seinfeld's true comedy

by Steven Rea | Mar 01, 1991
We talk to the comedian about playing himself on ''Seinfeld,'' his early career, and the thrill of success Read it

TV Review

Barbara DeAngelis

by Ken Tucker | Mar 01, 1991

The 10 Million Dollar Getaway

by Ken Tucker | Mar 01, 1991

Yearbook

by Ken Tucker | Mar 01, 1991

Big Bird's Birthday or Let Me Eat Cake

by Ken Tucker | Mar 01, 1991

Harry and the Hendersons

by Ken Tucker | Mar 01, 1991

Lies Before Kisses

by Ken Tucker | Mar 01, 1991

A Closer Look

by Ken Tucker | Mar 01, 1991

Video Review

Chinatown

by Ty Burr | Mar 01, 1991

The Catered Affair

by Jess Cagle | Mar 01, 1991

My Family and Other Animals

by Jeff Unger | Mar 01, 1991

The 50th Barbara Walters Special

by Jim Farber | Mar 01, 1991

State of Grace

by Lawrence O'Toole | Mar 01, 1991

Waylon: Renegade, Outlaw, Legend

by Alanna Nash | Mar 01, 1991

Beyond the Forest

by Melissa Pierson | Mar 01, 1991

Death Warrant

by Jess Cagle | Mar 01, 1991

Shoot the Piano Player

by Lawrence O'Toole | Mar 01, 1991

The Two Jakes

by Ty Burr | Mar 01, 1991

The Unbelievable Truth

by Ty Burr | Mar 01, 1991